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What Quantity Of Enfamil A+ Should Be Given To An Infant?
Hi. my baby is 7 weeks old. his weight was 3kg when he was born. now his weight is 4.5kg .now i am giving enfamil A+ to him. he is drinking 200 ml of formula for every feeding. is the quantity ok for his age? or i need to reduce the qunatity? and how many scoops should add for 200ml of water? from few days he is releasing some gas sounds. should i need to change the brand?
Wed, 26 Apr 2023
Hi,
The recommended amount of Enfamil A+ for a 7-week-old infant is about 2-3 ounces (60-90 ml) per feeding, with 6-8 feedings per day. So, 200 ml per feeding seems to be a higher amount. It is best to consult with your pediatrician to determine the appropriate amount of formula for your baby based on weight, age, and nutritional needs.
Regarding the number of scoops, the instructions on the formula package should guide the correct amount of water and scoops of formula powder to use. The number of scoops can vary depending on the concentration of the formula.
Gas sounds are common in infants, and it may not necessarily mean that there is an issue with the brand of formula. However, if you are concerned, it is best to speak with your pediatrician to rule out any underlying issues.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
The recommended amount of Enfamil A+ for a 7-week-old infant is about 2-3 ounces (60-90 ml) per feeding, with 6-8 feedings per day. So, 200 ml per feeding seems to be a higher amount. It is best to consult with your pediatrician to determine the appropriate amount of formula for your baby based on weight, age, and nutritional needs.
Regarding the number of scoops, the instructions on the formula package should guide the correct amount of water and scoops of formula powder to use. The number of scoops can vary depending on the concentration of the formula.
Gas sounds are common in infants, and it may not necessarily mean that there is an issue with the brand of formula. However, if you are concerned, it is best to speak with your pediatrician to rule out any underlying issues.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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