Feeding by age · Month 11
How much should an 11-month-old eat?
Last reviewed November 2026 against AAP, CDC, NHS and WHO guidance · Sources
Quick answer
At 11 months, most formula-fed babies drink around 14 oz (400 ml) of milk a day across 2–3 feeds of about 6–8 oz (180–240 ml), alongside solid meals. Breastfed babies nurse on cue, often 3–5 times a day. Plan ahead for the switch from formula at 12 months. Follow your baby's cues.
- Per feed
- 6–8 oz (180–240 ml)
- Feeds / 24h
- 2–3
- Daily formula
- Around 14 oz (400 ml)
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How much should an 11-month-old eat?
| Formula | Breast milk | |
|---|---|---|
| Per feed | 6–8 oz (180–240 ml) | 4–6 oz (120–180 ml) per bottle of expressed milk; at the breast, your baby leads |
| Feeds in 24 hours | 2–3 | 3–5 breastfeeds |
| Daily total | Around 14 oz (400 ml) | Varies; breastfed babies adapt to how much food they eat |
| Typical gap | 2–3 feeds: morning, nap, bedtime | On cue, often 3–5 times a day |
What's different at 11 months?
At 11 months, many babies have 2–3 milk feeds a day, often at wake-up, nap and bedtime, alongside three meals.
The NHS guide for formula-fed babies at 10–12 months is around 400 ml (about 14 oz) of milk a day. Breastfed babies nurse on cue and adapt as they eat more.
Start thinking about the 12-month switch. The CDC says that at 12 months you can move from formula to plain whole cow's milk, gradually if you like.
Sample 11-month-old feeding schedule
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 7:00 am | Milk feed: 6–8 oz (180–240 ml) bottle, or a breastfeed |
| 8:00 am | Breakfast |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| 3:00 pm | Snack |
| 5:30 pm | Dinner |
| 7:00 pm | Milk feed: 6–8 oz (180–240 ml) bottle, or a breastfeed |
Two milk feeds (morning and bedtime) plus three meals and a snack is common at 11 months. Add a nap-time feed if your baby wants one. Responsive feeding (offering milk when your baby shows hunger cues) matters more than the clock.
What are hunger and fullness cues at 11 months?
Hungry
- Reaches for or points to food
- Opens mouth when a spoon or food comes close
- Gets excited when food appears
- Uses sounds or hand motions to ask for more
Full
- Pushes food or the bottle away
- Closes mouth when food is offered
- Turns head away from food
- Uses sounds or hand motions to say they're done
What changes next month?
At 12 months, many families switch from formula to whole cow's milk, and breastfeeding can continue as long as you both want.
Read next: How much should a 12-month-old eat?
When to call your pediatrician
- A fever along with poor feeding, unusual sleepiness or fewer wet diapers, or any fever lasting more than a day.
- Far fewer wet diapers than usual (the AAP notes at least 4 wet diapers a day is reassuring), dark urine, a dry mouth or no tears.
- Refusing milk and food for most of a day, or feeding much less than usual for several days.
- Forceful or green vomiting, or vomiting with a swollen, hard belly.
- Red, black or white/pale gray poop, or large amounts of blood, mucus or water in the stool.
- Not gaining weight, or your pediatrician has asked you to watch intake and it's dropping.
- Trouble breathing, blue or gray lips, or your baby is limp or very hard to wake: call 911 (or your local emergency number) now.
If something feels wrong, trust that feeling and call. You never need a reason beyond worry.
Questions parents ask
How much should an 11-month-old eat?
Most 11-month-olds eat three meals a day plus 2–3 milk feeds. As a guide, the NHS suggests formula-fed babies drink around 400 ml (about 14 oz) a day at 10 to 12 months.
Can I give cow's milk at 11 months?
As a main drink, wait until 12 months. The CDC says that's when you can switch from infant formula to plain, unsweetened, pasteurized whole cow's milk. Your pediatrician can help you plan the switch.
Is it normal for my 11-month-old to drink less milk?
Yes. As meals grow, milk naturally drops toward roughly 400 ml (14 oz) a day for formula-fed babies (NHS). Wet diapers, energy and steady growth tell you your baby is getting enough overall.
How do I know my 11-month-old is eating enough?
Steady growth at checkups, regular wet diapers and a baby with energy to play are the best signs. Intake varies from day to day as solids grow. If milk and food both drop for several days, or wet diapers do, call your pediatrician.
Related guides
- Baby feeding chart by age: ounces and mlA baby feeding chart from week 1 to 12 months: ounces and ml per feed, feeds per day and daily totals for formula and breast milk, with sources.
- How to tell if your baby is getting enough breast milkSigns a breastfed baby is getting enough: wet and dirty diapers by day, weight gain, swallowing and contentment after feeds, plus the warning signs to act on.
- Formula vs breast milk amounts: why the numbers differWhy breastfed babies take smaller bottles than formula-fed babies: daily totals by age, the 25 oz (750 ml) breast milk guide, and combo-feeding bottle sizes.
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Sources
Last reviewed November 2026. Numbers are ranges from these public health sources; 1 oz ≈ 30 ml.
- NHS: Your baby's first solid foods
- CDC: How Much and How Often to Feed Infant Formula
- CDC: Signs Your Child is Hungry or Full
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: Fever and Your Baby
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: How to Tell if Your Breastfed Baby is Getting Enough Milk
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