Direct answer: A typical 3-month-old feeds about every 3 to 4 hours, totaling roughly 6 to 8 feeds in a 24-hour period. Whether breastfed or formula-fed, the exact number can vary based on hunger cues, growth spurts, and sleep patterns. Details and guidance:

• For breastfed babies: Feed on demand, usually every 3 to 4 hours during the day. Overnight patterns may stretch longer but still depend on hunger cues and diaper output. A healthy weight gain and contentment after feeds are good signs. Expect about 8–12 feeds in a 24-hour cycle across some days, with shorter daytime feeds and occasional longer stretches at night. If a baby seems unsettled, cluster feeding in the evening can occur, which is also common. [reliable sources align with this range]
• For formula-fed babies: Typical intake is around 4 to 6 ounces per feeding, with about 6 to 8 feedings in 24 hours. Time between feeds is usually 3 to 4 hours, but may vary. Always follow baby’s hunger cues and consult your pediatrician if you notice signs of under- or overfeeding. [common pediatric guidance supports this range]

Key signs to watch:

• Sufficient intake: steady weight gain, 6 or more wet diapers per day, regular bowel movements, awake and content after feeds.
• Hunger cues: rooting, sucking on hands, lip smacking, turning toward the bottle or breast.

When to check with a clinician:

• If the baby’s weight gain slows or stalls, diaper output drops, or you have persistent concerns about feeding amounts.
• If you’re unsure whether the baby is getting enough milk, a quick check-in with a pediatrician can provide reassurance.

If you’d like, share whether your baby is primarily breastfed or formula-fed, and any current appetite patterns or weight changes, and it can be tailored more specifically.