SLEEP WELL

SLEEP WELL

There is no one single answer when asked how much sleep do babies really need. Some babies snooze longer at night; others love their daytime naps. Here are some guidelines on the total number of hours they need to sleep.

AGE DAILY AMOUNT OF SLEEP NO.OF DAY TIME NAPS

NEWBORN 10 to 18 Hours Round the clock naps
that last 2 to 4
hours

3 MONTHS 15 Hours 2 to 4 naps, 30to 2

minutes

hours each

6 MONTHS 14 Hours 2 to 3 naps, 45 to 2 minutes

hours each

1 YEAR OLD 13 to 14 Hours 2 naps, 1 to 1.5 each hours

Based on the table above, a baby can sleep the maximum time, splitting the time between daytime naps and sleep at night. Consulting the pediatrician if the child sleeps too less or too much than the hours mentioned as per their age is suggested for the well-being of the child. Some babies tend to sleep more if one of the parents has the habit or if any medication is being taken.

- Prathyusha Talluri