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Newborn Diaper & Feed Tracker (Free Printable)

A printable daily tracker for newborn diaper output and feeds — including what counts as normal in the first weeks, when to call the pediatrician, and a clean weekly grid.

Reviewed by: Whispie Editorial Team Evidence-Based Parenting Research

Published: 2026-05-30

This article is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician or doctor about your child.

Sources: WHO, CDC, AAP and NHS guidance. Recommendations differ between countries — for local advice see the NHS or CDC.

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What counts as normal in the first weeks

First 48 hours (breastfed, NHS and UNICEF UK): likely only 2 or 3 wet nappies; the first poo is black and tar-like (meconium).
By day 3: wet nappies becoming more frequent; poo changing to a lighter, loose, greenish colour.
From day 4: at least 2 soft, yellow poos a day for a breastfed baby.
From day 5: at least 6 heavy, wet nappies every 24 hours for a breastfed baby. For a formula-fed baby, the NHS says around 6 wet nappies a day from a few days after the birth, and at least 1 poo a day.
Feeds: the NHS says newborns tend to breastfeed at least 8 times in 24 hours for the first few weeks.

If output drops below these ranges, your baby is hard to wake for feeds, or you are worried — speak to your midwife, health visitor or pediatrician.

Weekly tracker — print one per week

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Wet diapers (target ≥6)
Dirty diapers
Feeds (count)
Total intake (ml/oz)
Longest night sleep (h)
Weight (if measured)
Notes / concerns

Call your pediatrician if…

Fewer wet diapers than usual, or fewer than the NHS's at least 6 a day from day 5.
No poo in the last 24 to 48 hours in a young baby (UNICEF UK's leaflet says to speak to your midwife or health visitor).
Dry mouth, sunken soft spot, no tears, or unusual sleepiness.
Persistent vomiting, blood in stool, or any concern that doesn't sit right.

This tracker is general information, not medical advice. Trust your instincts — call if you are worried.