 [ Symptoms ] how much should 1 year old eat [ Disease ] toddlers need between 1 000 to 1 400 calories a day this depends on age size and physical activity although most toddlers are considered active this link will provide the daily servings per food group with examples for a 12 24 month old toddler it also gives tips for toddler development such as signs when a toddler is ready to self feed