How many growth spurts will my baby have? During the first year,
your baby’s body weight will triple and he will have grown 8 to
10 inches. (1, 2) All this growth happens in short bursts,
lasting two or three days. Your baby will have five of these
growth spurts by the time he turns 1 year old, usually between
one and three weeks and six and eight weeks, then at three
months, six months and nine months. (1) One doctor has reported
seeing babies gain one to three ounces and grow almost a
centimeter in 24 hours. (2) What are the signs of a growth
spurt? You will begin to notice the following signs that usually
indicate a growth spurt is coming: 1) Increased feeding Whether
your baby is breast fed or formula fed, your baby will want to
feed more often. Some breastfed infants have been known to nurse
15 or 16 times a day. (2) 2) More waking at night Your baby may
wake up more during the night to feed, or wake up earlier from a
nap. 3) Extra Sleepiness After all this extra feeding, your baby
may sleep longer and m