🍼 Baby Formula Calculator
Calculate exactly how much formula your baby needs per day and what it costs per month. Based on AAP pediatric guidelines with adjustments for age, weight, and feeding method.
Calculate exactly how much formula your baby needs per day and what it costs per month. Based on AAP pediatric guidelines with adjustments for age, weight, and feeding method.
Formula feeding amounts change significantly as babies grow. This guide is based on AAP recommendations — always consult your pediatrician for personalized guidance.
| Age | oz per Feeding | Feedings/Day | Daily Total | Monthly Cost* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0–1 month | 1.5–3 oz | 8–12 | 14–24 oz | $90–$150 |
| 1–2 months | 3–4 oz | 6–8 | 18–32 oz | $110–$180 |
| 2–4 months | 4–6 oz | 5–6 | 24–32 oz | $130–$200 |
| 4–6 months | 5–7 oz | 4–5 | 24–32 oz | $130–$200 |
| 6–9 months | 6–8 oz | 3–4 | 24–32 oz | $130–$200 |
| 9–12 months | 7–8 oz | 2–3 | 16–24 oz | $100–$160 |
*Based on name-brand powder formula (~$32/can)
A common guide is about 2.5 oz of formula per pound of body weight per day.
Estimating daily formula for a 10 lb infant.
Result: 10 × 2.5 = 25 oz/day (always follow your pediatrician).
Spread across about 8 feedings.
Result: 25 ÷ 8 ≈ 3 oz per feeding.
Most babies cap around 32 oz/day.
Result: Beyond 32 oz, ask your doctor about solids.
Roughly 2.5 oz per pound of body weight per day, capped around 32 oz — confirm with your pediatrician.
Newborns feed about every 3 hours; spacing lengthens as they grow.
Yes — follow hunger cues and your doctor's guidance rather than forcing amounts.