Pregnancy Due Date / Baby Feeding Chart
The Pregnancy Due Date / Baby Feeding Chart is a reference tool covering baby feeding chart, newborn feeding chart, baby feeding schedule, how often to feed newborn. Use the chart below to look up values instantly. Printable and downloadable versions are available on this page.
Baby Feeding Calculator
Enter your baby's age and feeding type to get recommended frequency, volume per feed, and daily total.
Pregnancy Due Date Chart by Last Menstrual Period
Find your last menstrual period (LMP) date in the left column to estimate your due date — calculated as 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of your last period.
| First Day of Last Menstrual Period (LMP) | Estimated Due Date (EDD) |
|---|---|
| January 1 | October 8 |
| February 1 | November 8 |
| March 1 | December 6 |
| April 1 | January 6 (next year) |
| May 1 | February 5 |
| June 1 | March 8 |
| July 1 | April 7 |
| August 1 | May 8 |
| September 1 | June 8 |
| October 1 | July 8 |
| November 1 | August 8 |
| December 1 | September 7 |
Note: The EDD is an estimate — only about 5% of babies are born on their exact due date. Most births occur within two weeks before or after the EDD. Your doctor will confirm gestational age with an ultrasound in the first trimester which provides a more accurate due date than LMP calculation.
Source: ACOG — Methods for Estimating the Due Date (Naegele's rule: due date = LMP + 280 days)
Pregnancy Milestones by Week
| Week | Baby Development Milestone | Maternal Milestone or Screening |
|---|---|---|
| Week 4 | Implantation complete. Embryo the size of a poppy seed. | Home pregnancy test now positive. |
| Week 6 | Heartbeat detectable by transvaginal ultrasound. | First OB appointment typically scheduled. |
| Week 8 | All major organs beginning to form. Size of a kidney bean. | Morning sickness typically peaks. |
| Week 10 | Fingers and toes visible. All critical structures present. | CVS (chorionic villus sampling) window if needed. |
| Week 12 End of Trimester 1 | End of first trimester. Risk of miscarriage drops significantly. | First trimester combined screening and NT ultrasound. |
| Week 16 | Movement may be felt by experienced mothers. Sex often visible. | AFP screening and quad screen. |
| Week 20 | Anatomy scan ultrasound — detailed structural check. | Mid-pregnancy anatomy ultrasound — most detailed scan. |
| Week 24 | Viability threshold — survival possible with intensive care. | Glucose challenge test (GCT) for gestational diabetes. |
| Week 28 Third Trimester | Third trimester begins. Rapid brain development. | RhD-negative mothers receive Rh immunoglobulin. |
| Week 32 | Baby weighing approximately 3.75 lbs. | Appointment frequency increases to every 2 weeks. |
| Week 36 | Baby considered late preterm if born now. | Group B Strep (GBS) swab. |
| Week 37 | Full term begins. | Weekly appointments. Cervical checks may begin. |
| Week 39 | Optimal term — lung development complete. | Most recommended time for elective delivery if needed. |
| Week 40 Due Date | Due date. | Normal to deliver up to 2 weeks before or after EDD. |
| Week 42 | Post-dates pregnancy — induction typically recommended. | Most hospitals recommend induction at 41–42 weeks. |
Source: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and NHS Pregnancy Week by Week
Baby Feeding Chart — Newborn to 6 Months
| Age | Breastfed Frequency | Formula Amount and Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn (0–2 weeks) | Every 2–3 hours — 8–12 times per day | 1–3 oz every 2–3 hours | Stomach size is marble-sized at birth. Feed on demand. |
| 2 weeks – 1 month | Every 2–3 hours — 8–12 times | 2–4 oz every 2–3 hours | Growth spurts at 2–3 weeks increase frequency temporarily. |
| 1–2 months | Every 2–4 hours — 7–9 times per day | 3–4 oz every 3–4 hours | Watch for hunger cues — rooting, hand to mouth, fussiness. |
| 2–4 months | Every 3–4 hours — 6–8 times | 4–6 oz every 3–4 hours | Some babies sleep longer stretches at night. Night feeds still normal. |
| 4–6 months | Every 3–4 hours — 5–7 times | 4–6 oz every 3–4 hours | Solids introduction begins around 6 months — not a breast or formula replacement. |
| 6 months | Every 3–4 hours. 24–32 oz breastmilk or formula per day. | 6–8 oz per feeding | Begin introducing solid foods alongside continued breast or formula feeding. |
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) — Infant Feeding Guidelines and World Health Organization — Breastfeeding
Baby Feeding Calculator
Enter your baby's age and feeding type to get recommended feed frequency, volume per feed, and daily total — with a flag if current intake seems too high or low.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the due date calculated?
The standard due date is calculated by adding 280 days (40 weeks) to the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP) — this is called Naegele's rule. A first-trimester ultrasound provides a more accurate due date because it measures actual foetal size.
How accurate is the due date?
Only approximately 5 percent of babies are born on their exact due date. The majority of births occur within two weeks before or after the EDD — between weeks 38 and 42.
What does full term mean in pregnancy?
Full term pregnancy is defined as 39 to 40 weeks gestation. Births at 37–38 weeks are considered early term and while outcomes are generally good, 39+ weeks offers the best chance for optimal brain, lung, and liver development.
When should I start feeling the baby move?
First-time mothers typically feel foetal movement (quickening) between 18 and 25 weeks. Women who have been pregnant before often notice movement earlier — as early as 14 to 16 weeks.
How often should a newborn eat?
Newborns should be fed every 2 to 3 hours — approximately 8 to 12 times in 24 hours. Feed on demand whenever the baby shows hunger cues — rooting, sucking on hands, fussiness — rather than by a strict schedule.
How do I know if my newborn is getting enough milk?
Signs of adequate intake include 6 or more wet diapers per day after day 5, regular bowel movements, steady weight gain after the initial newborn weight loss, and a satisfied settled baby after feeds. Consult your paediatrician or a lactation consultant if you are concerned.
When can babies start solid foods?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends introducing solid foods at around 6 months of age when the baby shows developmental readiness — sitting with minimal support, good head control, and interest in food. Solids complement but do not replace breast milk or formula during the first year.
What is a growth spurt in babies?
Growth spurts are periods of rapid physical growth when babies feed more frequently than usual — typically at 2 to 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months. During a growth spurt a baby may feed nearly constantly for 24 to 48 hours before returning to normal pattern.