Breastfeeding Tracker
Time feeds, log bottles and pumping, and see if your baby is feeding often enough. Your data stays on this device.
Feed timer
While a feed is running, tap the other breast to switch sides.
Add a past feed
Last 24 hours
Feeds per day, last 7 days
Log
Signs your baby is getting enough
- Feeds at least 8 to 12 times in 24 hours in the first weeks.
- By day 5 to 7: 6 or more wet diapers and at least 3 stools a day, with yellow, loose stools.
- Seems content for 1 to 3 hours between feeds, and gains weight after the first days.
Talk to your doctor if
- Your baby feeds fewer than 8 times a day most days, or will not wake to feed at least 8 times.
- Fewer than 3 stools and 6 wet diapers by day 5.
- Your baby's skin looks yellow, keeps losing weight after day 5, or is often fussy after feeds.
Source: AAP (HealthyChildren.org) and CDC newborn breastfeeding guidance. This tracker is not medical advice.
How to use
- Optional: enter your baby's date of birth to see the newborn feeding guide.
- Tap Left or Right when a feed starts, then Stop and save when it ends.
- Use Add a past feed for bottles, pumping or anything you forgot.
- Check the last 24 hours and the 7-day chart. Download the CSV or print it for your doctor.
Breastfeeding Tracker
How Often Should Your Baby Feed?
“Is my baby getting enough milk?” This is the biggest worry for most new mothers. You cannot see how much milk your baby takes, so tracking helps. Our free breastfeeding tracker times each feed, logs bottles and pumping, and checks your baby’s feeds against the newborn guide.
This guide explains how often babies feed, how to tell they are getting enough, and when to ask for help.
How Often Should a Newborn Breastfeed?
Newborns feed often. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC both advise about 8 to 12 feeds in 24 hours in the first weeks. Breast milk digests quickly, and a newborn’s stomach is tiny.
In practice, many babies feed every 1 to 3 hours in the day, and some go 3 to 4 hours at night. Feeds are counted from the start of one feed to the start of the next. Waking a sleepy newborn to feed is normal in the early days if your baby has not fed for several hours. Ask your doctor how long is too long for your baby.
Breastfeeding at a Glance
| What to look for | Typical newborn guide |
|---|---|
| Feeds in 24 hours | 8 to 12 |
| Time between feeds | About 1 to 3 hours by day, up to 3 to 4 hours at night |
| Wet diapers | At least 6 a day by day 5 to 7 |
| Stools | At least 3 a day by day 5, yellow, loose and seedy |
| Mood after feeds | Content for a while |
These numbers come from the AAP and the CDC. Every baby is different, so use them as a guide, not a test.
How to Tell Your Baby Is Getting Enough Milk
You do not need to measure ounces. Look for these signs:
- Your baby feeds 8 to 12 times in 24 hours in the first weeks.
- You hear or see swallowing during feeds.
- Your baby seems relaxed after a feed.
- From day 5, your baby has 6 or more wet diapers and at least 3 yellow stools a day.
- Your baby’s weight goes up after the first few days.
Diapers are the easiest check. Log them with our Baby Diaper Tracker and compare them with the guide for your baby’s age.
When to Talk to Your Doctor
Call your doctor if:
- Your baby feeds fewer than 8 times a day most days, or will not wake to feed
- Your baby has fewer than 6 wet diapers and fewer than 3 stools by day 5
- Your baby’s skin or eyes look yellow
- Your baby keeps losing weight after day 5
- Your baby is often fussy after feeds, or feeding hurts you
- You are worried for any reason
Early help makes a big difference. Many feeding problems are easy to fix, and a lactation consultant can help with latch and positioning.
Why Track Breastfeeds?
Memory fails when you sleep in short pieces. A log gives you facts you can share. It helps you:
- See your baby’s pattern and what a normal day looks like
- Check that your baby reaches 8 to 12 feeds
- Remember which breast you used last
- Show your doctor or lactation consultant exactly what is happening
It also reassures you. When you can see 9 feeds in your log, the worry about “enough” often fades.
What the Breastfeeding Tracker Does
- Feed timer: tap Left or Right when a feed starts, and tap again to stop. Tap the other side to switch. The timer keeps running even if you reload the page.
- Past feeds: add breastfeeds, bottles and pumping with the time and amount, in mL or oz.
- Last 24 hours: shows the number of feeds, minutes at the breast and time since the last feed.
- Newborn guide: if you enter your baby’s date of birth, it compares your feeds with the guide of 8 to 12 for the first 6 weeks.
- Which breast next: reminds you which side you used last, so you can start on the other, or on the one that feels fuller.
- 7-day chart, plus a CSV download and a print option for your doctor’s visit.
- Private: your data stays in your own browser. It does not go to a server, and it will not show on another phone or computer.
Sessions less than 15 minutes apart count as one feed. This way, feeding on both sides in one sitting is not counted twice.
Bottle and Pumping
Many mothers also pump or give an occasional bottle. You can log both, so the totals include them. If you use formula as well, work out the right amounts with our Baby Formula Quantity Calculator. For feeding times, the Baby Feeding Reminder can help you stay on schedule.
What About Your Own Nutrition?
Making milk uses energy. The official recommendation adds about 330 calories a day for the first six months and about 400 for months 7 to 12, and protein of about 1.1 grams per kilogram of body weight. Our Pregnancy Calorie and Protein Calculator has a breastfeeding mode that works this out for you. Do not skip meals, and drink water when you are thirsty.
When Solids Begin
Breast milk stays your baby’s main food for the first year. Around 6 months, solid foods start to add iron, zinc and energy, while breastfeeding continues. See when your baby is ready with the Baby Solid Food Start Planner.
Growth and Check-Ups
Check your baby’s growth with the Baby Height and Weight Percentile Calculator and the Baby Height and Head Circumference Percentile Calculator. A steady curve matters more than one number. Find your baby’s exact age with the Baby Age Calculator, and keep vaccines on time with the Baby Vaccination Schedule Calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times should a newborn breastfeed in a day?
About 8 to 12 times in 24 hours in the first weeks.
How long should each feed last?
It varies a lot between babies. Let your baby finish a breast, and watch for swallowing and a relaxed baby after the feed, rather than the clock.
Should I wake my baby to feed?
In the first days and weeks, many doctors advise waking a newborn who goes several hours without feeding. Ask your doctor what is right for your baby.
Is cluster feeding normal?
Many babies feed very often for a few hours, usually in the evening, and then sleep longer. It is common and does not mean you lack milk. Mention it to your doctor if your baby seems unsettled.
Which breast should I start with?
Start with the one that feels fuller, or the one you finished with last time. The tracker shows the last side you used.
How do I know if I have enough milk?
Look at feeds, wet and dirty diapers and weight gain. If you are unsure, ask your doctor or a lactation consultant.
Is my data safe?
Yes. It stays in your own browser and is not sent anywhere. Download the CSV if you want to share it.
Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org), How to Tell If Baby Is Getting Enough Milk; CDC, Newborn Breastfeeding Basics; Allina Health guidance on feeding intervals; National Academy of Medicine, Dietary Reference Intakes for lactation.