After what age do infants typically no longer need to eat during the night?

Infants typically no longer need to eat during the night around the age of 3 months. At this stage of development, most babies have developed a more consistent nighttime sleep pattern and are capable of consuming enough calories during the day to sustain them through the night. By 3 months, many infants are growing rapidly and can often go longer stretches without needing to feed overnight.

The progression of an infant’s sleep patterns is influenced by both physiological and developmental factors. By this age, their stomachs can hold enough milk to last longer periods, which facilitates longer sleep intervals. Parents may find that after this time, some babies will sleep through the night without requiring nighttime feedings, while others may still intermittently wake up for a feed if they require additional comfort.

As infants continue to grow and develop, their nutritional needs change. While some infants may not require nighttime feedings after 2 months, it is more common and expected at 3 months to see a decline in night feeding as a routine practice for most babies. This aligns with developmental milestones many infants reach by that age.