How accurate are these sleep recommendations?

The schedules are based on consensus guidelines from pediatric sleep experts and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Every baby is different, so treat these as a starting framework and adjust to your child's cues.

What is a wake window?

A wake window is the amount of time a baby can comfortably stay awake between sleep periods before becoming overtired. Younger babies have shorter wake windows (45–60 minutes) while older toddlers can stay awake 5–6 hours.

When should my baby drop from 3 naps to 2?

Most babies transition from 3 naps to 2 naps between 6–8 months. Signs include consistently refusing the third nap or taking longer to fall asleep for it.

My baby does not follow this schedule — is something wrong?

Not at all. Sleep schedules are guidelines, not rules. Developmental leaps, growth spurts, illness, and teething all affect sleep. If you have serious concerns, consult your pediatrician.

Can I change the wake-up time?

Yes. Select any wake time in the tool and the entire schedule adjusts automatically to preserve correct wake windows and nap durations.

Does this cover toddlers?

Yes. The tool covers ages from newborn (0 weeks) through 36 months. By 18 months most toddlers are on one nap, and by 3 years many drop naps altogether.

How much sleep does a baby need?

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends 12 to 16 hours per 24 hours, including naps, for babies 4 to 12 months old, 11 to 14 hours for 1 to 2 years and 10 to 13 hours for 3 to 5 years (Paruthi et al., 2016). It makes no recommendation for babies under 4 months because their sleep varies so widely.

What time should a 1-year-old go to bed?

Most 1-year-olds still take 2 naps and need 11 to 12 hours of sleep at night, so a 7 AM wake-up puts bedtime around 7 to 8 PM. The tool gives 7:15 PM at 12 months and 7:30 PM at 13 to 15 months, with wake windows of about 3 to 3.75 hours. The AASM recommends 11 to 14 hours a day, naps included, from 1 to 2 years.

Where should my baby sleep?

The American Academy of Pediatrics advises placing babies on their back for every sleep, on a firm, flat surface with no pillows, bumpers or loose blankets. It recommends sharing a room, but not a bed, ideally for at least the first 6 months.

Baby Sleep Schedule

Enter your baby's age to instantly generate a recommended daily sleep and nap schedule with wake windows.

Babies move to fewer, longer naps as they grow: 4 to 5 naps in the first 3 months, 3 naps from about 3 to 7 months, 2 naps from 7 to 15 months and 1 nap from 15 months to 3 years.

Baby Details

Age Unit

Age (weeks)

Enter 0–52 weeks

Morning Wake-Up Time

Enter your baby's age and tap Generate Schedule

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Quick answer

Babies move to fewer, longer naps as they grow: 4 to 5 naps in the first 3 months, 3 naps from about 3 to 7 months, 2 naps from 7 to 15 months and 1 nap from 15 months to 3 years. The AASM recommends 12 to 16 hours of sleep a day, naps included, from 4 to 12 months.

Examples

Age	Naps	Wake windows	Bedtime if up at 7 AM
4 months	3	1.5–2.25 h	6:30 PM
6 months	3	1.75–2.25 h	6:00 PM
8 months	2	3–3.5 h	7:00 PM
12 months	2	3–3.75 h	7:15 PM
18 months	1	5–5.5 h	7:00 PM
2 years	1	5.5–6 h	8:00 PM

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Summary

The Baby Sleep Schedule tool generates a personalized daily sleep plan based on your child's age in weeks or months. It calculates total sleep needs, optimal wake windows, number of naps, and a sample timetable from first wake-up to bedtime. Guidelines are derived from pediatric sleep research and recommendations by organizations such as the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

How it works

Enter your baby's age in weeks (0–12 weeks) or months (1–36 months).
Select a typical morning wake-up time.
The tool calculates total daily sleep needs and appropriate wake windows for the age group.
A full sample schedule is generated showing each nap and bedtime.
Review the summary stats and print or copy the schedule.

Use cases

Plan consistent nap and bedtime routines for newborns.
Transition a baby from three naps to two naps at the right age.
Help sleep-deprived parents understand age-appropriate wake windows.
Check whether your baby's current schedule aligns with developmental guidelines.
Plan daily activities around predicted nap windows.
Share a structured schedule with caregivers or grandparents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-05-23 · Reviewed by Nham Vu