At 3 months old, breastfed babies typically consume about 24 to 30 ounces of breast milk per day. This is usually divided into 4 to 6-ounce feedings every 3 to 4 hours, with about 6 to 8 feedings in a 24-hour period
. More specifically:
- Each feeding is generally around 3 to 4 ounces, sometimes up to 4 to 6 ounces as the baby grows
- Babies often feed every 2 to 3 hours during the day and may have longer intervals of 2 to 6 hours overnight
- The total daily intake ranges from about 24 to 32 ounces, depending on the baby's size and appetite
- Feeding on demand is recommended, following the baby's hunger cues rather than a strict schedule
This amount meets the nutritional needs of most exclusively breastfed babies at this age, with no need for solids until around 6 months as per current pediatric guidelines
. In summary, expect a 3-month-old baby to consume roughly 24-30 ounces of breast milk daily, spread across 6 to 8 feedings of about 3 to 4 ounces each, adjusting as needed based on the baby's hunger signals
