For mothers with insufficient breast milk secretion, they may choose mixed feeding by adding formula milk to their babies. Understanding the baby’s formula milk needs is crucial to ensure it meets the baby’s hunger without overfeeding. So, how much milk powder should a one-month-old baby be given each time?
In fact, there is no fixed standard for the amount of formula milk intake for newborns, primarily based on the baby’s individual needs, with the principle of ensuring the baby is full. Typically, a one-month-old baby is fed on demand, with approximately 30 ml of water mixed with a spoonful of milk powder; if it’s one spoonful of milk powder, it should be diluted with 60 ml of water, fed every three hours. However, each baby’s stomach capacity and needs vary, so the specific amount should be adjusted according to the baby’s actual situation.
Additionally, formula milk needs can be estimated based on the baby’s weight. Generally, a baby needs about 500 grams of formula milk per kilogram of body weight each month. For example, a 6 kg baby needs approximately 3000 grams of formula milk per month, and the daily milk amount can be calculated by multiplying around 128 ml by the body weight.
It is recommended that the total daily milk amount for the baby should not exceed 1000 ml, divided into 5 to 6 feedings, to avoid overburdening the baby’s digestive system or causing obesity due to excessive nutrition.
The above guidelines are mainly based on the growth and digestive capacity of most babies. For babies with a strong appetite and rapid growth, these recommended amounts may not be sufficient. In such cases, parents can increase the feeding amount accordingly. If the baby finishes all the milk in the first feeding, the next time can try adding 20-30 ml and gradually adjust to meet the baby’s needs.
During feeding, some parents may consider switching to formula milk completely due to concerns about insufficient breast milk, which is a common misconception. In fact, breast milk is the ideal food for babies under four months, even if it can only provide half to one-third of the baby’s food intake, there is no rush to wean.
In conclusion, the formula milk feeding amount for a one-month-old baby should be adjusted flexibly based on individual differences. As long as the total daily milk amount does not exceed 1000 ml, it can better meet the growth needs of most babies.
