Newborn, day by day · Day 14
Newborn day 14: diapers, poop and feeding
Last reviewed November 2026 against AAP, CDC, NHS and WHO guidance · Sources
Quick answer
On day 14, expect 6 or more wet diapers and Often 3–4 or more poops (yellow). Most newborns feed 8–12 or more times in 24 hours, and formula-fed babies take about 2–3 oz (60–90 ml) per feed. Most babies are back to birth weight by about two weeks. Every baby is different, so watch diapers and cues.
- Wet diapers
- 6 or more
- Poops
- Often 3–4 or more
- Feeds / 24h
- 8–12 or more
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What's normal on day 14?
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Wet diapers | 6 or more |
| Poops | Often 3–4 or more (formula-fed: at least 1) |
| Poop color | Yellow and seedy (breastfed); tan to yellow (formula) |
| Feeds in 24 hours | 8–12 or more |
| Breast milk per feed | Often 2–3 oz (60–90 ml) if given by bottle |
| Formula per feed | About 2–3 oz (60–90 ml) |
| Milk | Mature milk |
| Weight | Back to birth weight for most; nearly all by 3 weeks |
How much does a 14-day-old eat?
Two weeks. The AAP says most babies are back to birth weight by about now, and almost all by three weeks. Feeding is often 8–12 times a day, with formula-fed babies taking around 2–3 oz (60–90 ml).
From here, the week-by-week guides take over, starting with how much a 2-week-old eats.
How many diapers should a 14-day-old have?
6 or more wet diapers a day remains the standard. Breastfed babies usually still poop often. The AAP notes that by 3 to 6 weeks some breastfed babies poop much less often, which can be normal if stools stay soft and weight gain is good.
See every day side by side in wet diapers by day and the baby poop color guide.
What else is normal on day 14?
- Breastfed babies, and babies taking less than about 32 oz of formula a day, need a vitamin D supplement starting soon after birth (CDC). Ask your pediatrician which drops to use.
What comes after day 14?
Week 3 often brings a growth spurt. See how much a 3-week-old eats.
Read next: How much should a 3-week-old eat?
When to call your pediatrician
- A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a baby 3 months or younger. The AAP says to call right away, even if your baby seems otherwise well.
- Fewer wet diapers than expected for the day of life (see the table above), or dark yellow urine.
- No meconium (black, sticky poop) in the first 48 hours, or still black or dark green poop on day 5.
- Pink or brick-red staining in the diaper that keeps showing up after the first few days, or blood in the urine.
- Not back to birth weight by about 2 weeks, or your baby seems hungry after nearly every feed.
- Breastfeeding parent: milk hasn't come in by day 5, or breasts stay hard and full after feeds.
- Very sleepy and hard to wake for feeds, floppy, or unusually quiet.
- Yellow skin or eyes that spread or deepen, or any yellow color in the first 24 hours.
- 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
What should my 2-week-old's weight be?
Back to birth weight or close to it. The AAP says babies are usually back to birth weight by about two weeks, and almost all by three weeks. After that, the AAP looks for steady gain of roughly 5 to 7 ounces a week.
Does my breastfed 2-week-old need vitamin D?
Yes. The CDC says babies who are exclusively breastfed, or get less than about 32 oz of formula a day, need extra vitamin D starting shortly after birth. Your pediatrician will recommend drops.
How many wet diapers should a 14-day-old have?
Expect 6 or more wet diapers in 24 hours on day 14, plus Often 3–4 or more poops that are yellow. Fewer wet diapers than that, or dark urine, is a reason to call your pediatrician.
Related guides
- How many wet diapers should a newborn have?Newborn wet and dirty diapers by day, from day 1 to week 2: how many to expect, poop color changes, and when fewer diapers mean it's time to call.
- Baby poop color guide: what's normal and what's notA baby poop color chart: meconium, transitional green, mustard yellow, formula tan, plus the colors (red, black, white) that mean call your pediatrician.
- 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.
- How much should a 2-week-old eat?How much a 2-week-old eats: 2–3 oz (60–90 ml) per feed, 8–10 times a day. Daily totals, a sample schedule, hunger cues and when to call the doctor.
- How to track baby feeding and diapersWhy pediatricians ask about feeds and diapers, exactly what to log for breast, bottle and combo feeding, and paper vs notes app vs tracking app compared.
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Sources
Last reviewed November 2026. Numbers are ranges from these public health sources; 1 oz ≈ 30 ml.
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: Your Baby's First Month: Growth & Physical Appearance
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: Warning Signs of Breastfeeding Problems
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: Baby's First Days: Bowel Movements & Urination
- CDC: How Much and How Often to Breastfeed
- NHS: Breastfeeding: milk supply
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: How to Tell if Your Breastfed Baby is Getting Enough Milk
- AAP · HealthyChildren.org: Fever and Your Baby
Feedoo Baby shares general information, not medical advice. Every baby is different. If you're worried about feeding, weight gain, diapers or your baby's health, call your pediatrician, midwife or health visitor.