How many formula tins will I need?
Use our guide to estimate how many 800g tins you may need over 30 days.
Exclusively formula feeding
| Baby's age | Approx. tins for 30 days* | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Birth–1 week | 3 tins | Approx. 6 feeds per day |
| 1–4 weeks | 3–4 tins | Approx. 5 feeds per day |
| 1–2 months | 3–4 tins | Approx. 5 feeds per day |
| 3 months | 4 tins | Approx. 5 feeds per day |
| 4–5 months | 5 tins | Approx. 5 feeds per day |
| 6 months | 4–5 tins | Approx. 4 feeds per day |
Combination feeding
If your baby has a mix of breast and formula feeds, you'll generally need fewer tins. As a simple guide:
| Formula feeds per day | Approx. tins for 30 days* | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 tin | Approx. 1 formula feed per day |
| 2 | 2 tins | Approx. 2 formula feeds per day |
| 3 | 2–3 tins | Approx. 3 formula feeds per day |
| 4 | 3–4 tins | Approx. 4 formula feeds per day |
| 5 | 4–5 tins | Approx. 5 formula feeds per day |
These are approximate shopping estimates based on the typical feed sizes and feeding frequency in our feeding guide. The amount your baby takes at each feed can vary, so your actual usage may be higher or lower.
How are these estimates calculated?
We use the approximate feed sizes and number of feeds per day, together with the 800g tin size. One level scoop contains 4.3g of powder. These figures are intended as a guide for planning your shopping and are not a recommendation of how much your baby should drink.
Want to know more?
For more information about how much formula your baby may need at different ages, including approximate feed sizes, feeding frequency and responsive feeding, read our Newborn Formula Feeding Guide.
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