Child sleep chart by age
- how much should an infant sleep
- how much should an infant sleep during the day
- how much does an newborn sleep
- how much should infants sleep
Newborn sleeps 22 hours a day
Baby sleep patterns by age.
Your baby's sleep patterns
Some babies need more sleep, some less. Every baby is different, so try not to compare yours with others.
As your baby grows, their sleep pattern will change.
It can feel as though every time you have settled into a routine, it changes again.
How much do babies sleep?
The following list shows the average amount of sleep babies need during a 24-hour period, including daytime naps.
Did you know?
A survey carried out by The Lullaby Trust shows 59% of parents with babies under 12 months old say their baby sleeps for less than 4 hours at a time.
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