Baby's
Sleep Issues
All about baby's sleeping patterns and bedtime safety.
How
Much Sleep Does a Baby Need?
Quick stats on
how many hours of sleep your baby should be getting.
How much sleep
does your child really need? Use these guidelines:
1 week old: 16.5
total hours, including 4 naps
1 month: 15.5
total hours, including 3 naps
3 months: 15
total hours, including 3 naps
6 months: 14.25
total hours, including 2 naps
9 months: 14
total hours, including 2 naps
1 year: 13.75
total hours, including 2 naps
18 months: 13.5
total hours, including 1 nap
Age 2: 13 total
hours, including 1 nap
Age 3: 12 total
hours, including 1 nap
Age 4: 11.5 total
hours, with no naps
Ages 5 to 9:
10-11 total hours, with no naps
Ages 10 to 15:
9-10 total hours, with no naps
Your
should know:
The
information on this Web site is designed for educational purposes
only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical
advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose
or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your
pediatrician or family doctor. Please consult a doctor with any
questions or concerns you might have regarding your or your child's
condition.
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