We're formula feeding and the can says 8-10 times a day but my 2 week old only seems hungry like 5-6 times. Everyone has different opinions. My mom says I'm not feeding enough, the pediatrician says he's fine, my wife is stressed about it. Just want to make sure he's getting enough. How often is your baby eating?
My kid was the same way at 2 weeks. The pediatrician said as long as he's producing wet diapers and gaining weight at checkups, let him eat on demand. Some babies are just more efficient feeders than others.
That sounds about right actually. Every baby is different. If he's gaining weight and having wet diapers, he's probably fine eating when he wants. Don't stress about the can's schedule too much, they're giving you a max range not a requirement.
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Honestly formula fed babies can go longer between feedings sometimes compared to breastfed. If your pediatrician isn't worried about weight gain then you're golden. Trust your kid's appetite over the can.