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About how much formula should a 9 week old drink at each feeding?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

4-5 ounces: For infants weighing 11-12 lbs, an average amount of formula would be 4 1/2 - 5 ounces per feeding when infant is fed every 4 hours.

Dr Villaplana and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/11/2012

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