How much is a 5 day old baby suppose to eat?

Depends !: It depends on your babies size and activity level. Most newborns need eight to 12 feedings a day , volume varies from 2 to 3 ounces per feeding , increase the volume as tolerated slowly . Watch for 6 to 8 wet diapers in a 24 hour cycle.

Enough to gain: Amount varies depending on the size of the baby and frequency of eating. However, most 5 day olds are taking 1-2 ounces every 2-4 hours or nursing 10-20 minutes every 2-3 hours. Look for nmber of wet diapers - by da five should be 7-10 in 24 hours. Also should be moving toward normal yellow to yellow/green poops with every to every other feed. Gaining 1/2 - 1 ounce a day in weight.