Is it ok that I only give my 7 week old 2 ounce of formula every 2-3 hours

Question

Is it ok that I only give my 7 week old 2 ounce of formula every 2-3 hours

Answer 1

As long as he/ she is gaining weight, then that's completely fine.

Answer 2

If that's what baby wants/needs, that's the right amount.  (That's what .. around 20 ounces a day?  That's fine for a baby under around 10 pounds.)  

Answer 3

thats how much i give her and my daughter is also the same age, they say you should give 4 oz by that age but she is doing good with 2 oz and gaining weight fine, sometimes she will drink 4 oz but most of the time 2oz. its totally fine.  

Answer 4

If your baby is content on that amount then yes.  However, if he/she is drinking all the bottles for a couple of days you may want to consider increasing the amount. It sounds a little on the low side, but then again, my baby was always a big drinker.

Answer 5

You should give your baby as much as he or she needs. You will know by if your baby is content (not crying all the time) and if your baby is gaining weight. My baby personally was drinking about 5 oz every 2 - 3 hours at 7 weeks. If you  are concerned talk with your babys doctor. Every baby is different. They grow different and they eat different. I would personally check with my doctor though my baby was eating 2 oz the week she came home and moved up pretty quick.