Breastfeeding Calorie Calculator
Calculate extra calories needed while breastfeeding.
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Breastfeeding Guide: What to Expect
| Age | Feeds/Day | Per Feed | Key Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1–3 | 8–12 | Colostrum (small amounts) | Colostrum is gold - High in antibodies |
| Week 1 | 8–10 | ~30–60ml | Milk comes in, engorgement common |
| Month 1 | 8 | ~60–90ml | Growth spurts increase demand |
| Month 2–3 | 7–8 | ~90–120ml | Feeds becoming more efficient |
| Month 4–6 | 6–7 | ~120–150ml | Longer spacing possible |
| 6+ months | 5–6 | ~150–180ml | Solids start supplementing |
Signs of good latch
Wide open mouth, chin touching breast, no clicking sounds, comfortable for mother.
Hunger cues
Rooting, hand-to-mouth, turning head, soft crying. Don't wait for hard crying.
Signs of enough milk
6+ wet diapers daily, regaining birth weight by 2 weeks, steady weight gain.
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