How do I know my baby is eating enough?


Some babies eat larger volumes while some eat less. It becomes difficult to gauge the quantity they need to eat. Jar food sold at supermarkets are pre-packed according to age - perhaps you can use that as a rough guide. These jars are usually sold in age categories viz 4-6 months, 7-9 months, 9-12 months and the portions contained will give you a fair idea of how much babies that age can or should consume. Again this is this a rough guide because food should not be measured in exact proportions. Generally a well fed baby is a happy baby and they should be sleeping through the night. Taking baby's weight on a regular basis is a good way to keep track of her development in terms of growth, which should be steady. Your doctor will be able to determine this; any concerns otherwise should be discussed.