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Typically, powdered formula will need to be used within one month. Even when containers of powdered infant formula are sealed, they can still potentially contain harmul bacteria that can make your baby ill.

Formula feeding guide As a rule of thumb, infants under 6 months who haven't yet started solids should be taking 2 to 2½ ounces of formula per pound of body weight over a 24-hour period. In practice, that may work out to somewhere between 18 and 32 ounces per day, depending on your baby's size and mood.

If your baby currently consumes 25 ounces of milk per day, you can expect to spend between $821.25 and $2,920 in your baby's first year ? depending on the brand you choose.

Shopping Tips. Don't stock up before the birth. If you're planning to use formula, ask your pediatrician for a recommendation, but don't buy much of it until after your baby is born. Many companies are generous with free samples, and the hospital may load you up with samples when you go home.

For many, the decision to breastfeed or formula feed is based on their comfort level, lifestyle, and specific medical situations. For moms who can't breastfeed or who decide not to, infant formula is a healthy alternative. Formula provides babies with the nutrients they need to grow and thrive.

To start transitioning to formula, replace breastfeeding with a bottle. Try choosing a feeding time your baby is the least interested in, or one that's inconvenient for you. As your baby adjusts to the change, gradually drop additional breastfeedings one at a time, until you've hit the schedule you're looking for.

Average formula amounts based on baby's age AgeNumber of feedings per dayAmount of formula per feed1-3 months5-64-5 ounces3-6 months4-56-7 ounces6-9 months3-47-8 ounces9-12 months37-8 ounces2 more rows

Average formula amounts based on baby's age AgeNumber of feedings per dayAmount of formula per feed1-3 months5-64-5 ounces3-6 months4-56-7 ounces6-9 months3-47-8 ounces9-12 months37-8 ounces2 more rows