The energy requirement of an infant, for planning aificial feeding is:
Aificial Feeding - Principles 1. Energy requirement - 100 kcal per kg body weight, per day. 2. Protein requirement of: Age 0-6 months 2 g per kg body weight per day 6-12 months 1.5 g per kg body weight per day 3. Carbohydrate requirement of 10 g per kg body weight per day. 4. Undiluted boiled and cooled milk to be given after 4 months of age. 5. Feeding frequency of 6-8 times a day in infants, and 5 times a day in older children. 6. Increased calorie demand during illnesses (e.g. fever) should be considered.