😴 Baby Nap Schedule Calculator
Create the perfect nap routine for your baby. Get personalized schedules based on age, wake time, and your family's needs.
👶 Sleep Information
💡 Schedule Tips
- • Consistency is key for establishing good nap habits
- • Watch wake windows - timing matters more than clock
- • Nap environment affects quality (dark, cool, quiet)
- • First nap is often easiest, last nap hardest
📊 Your Nap Schedule
🌙 5-6 months
🗓️ Personalized Schedule
Expected Day Sleep: ~3.6 hours
🌟 Complete Age-Based Nap Guide
0-6 weeks
Newborns sleep 16-18 hours/day with irregular patterns.
6-12 weeks
Patterns becoming more predictable.
3-4 months
4-month sleep regression common.
5-6 months
Moving to 3 predictable naps.
7-10 months
Transitioning from 3→2 naps.
10-15 months
Solid 2-nap schedule.
15-18 months
Transitioning 2→1 nap.
18-24 months
One solid afternoon nap.
2.5-3 years
Many toddlers dropping nap.
🔄 Nap Transition Signs
3 → 2 Naps
- • Third nap causes late bedtime (after 8pm)
- • Baby refuses third nap consistently
- • Takes 30+ minutes to fall asleep for third nap
- • Night sleep suffers (early waking, night wakings)
- • Age 6-9 months
2 → 1 Nap
- • Refuses one nap consistently (usually morning)
- • One nap pushes the other too late
- • Fights going down for naps
- • Night sleep deteriorates
- • Age 15-18 months typically
- • Can stay awake 5+ hours comfortably
1 → 0 Naps
- • Age 3+ years
- • Consistently refuses nap or takes 30+ min to fall asleep
- • Napping causes late bedtime or early morning waking
- • Can handle full day without nap without meltdown
- • Still needs quiet rest time
🏠 Nap Environment Tips
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📚 Expert Nap Tips
🎯 Creating Good Nap Habits
- • Consistency is crucial: Try to keep nap times within 30 minutes each day
- • Watch for sleep cues: Yawning, rubbing eyes, fussiness
- • Pre-nap routine: 10-15 minute wind-down before each nap
- • Dark room: Darkness promotes melatonin production
- • White noise: Masks household sounds, creates consistency
- • Safe sleep: Always follow safe sleep guidelines
⚠️ Common Nap Challenges
- • Short naps: May need darker room or earlier bedtime
- • Fighting naps: Check wake windows - could be over/undertired
- • Early waking: Room too bright or naps too long
- • Late bedtime: Last nap may be too late or too long
- • Night wakings: Too much day sleep or wrong nap timing
- • Skipped naps: May indicate transition to fewer naps
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❓ Nap Schedule FAQs
How many naps does my baby need?
Newborns need 4-8 naps, gradually reducing to 3-4 naps by 3-4 months, 2 naps by 10-15 months, and 1 nap by 18 months. Most children drop naps entirely between 3-5 years.
What if my baby won't nap at the scheduled times?
Focus on wake windows rather than clock times initially. Watch for sleep cues and adjust timing by 15-30 minutes as needed. Consistency will develop over time.
Should I wake my baby from naps?
Generally, cap naps if they're interfering with bedtime. For babies under 4 months, let them sleep. For older babies, wake if a nap goes beyond 2 hours or if it pushes bedtime too late.
How do I know when to transition to fewer naps?
Signs include consistently refusing a nap, naps causing late bedtimes, increased night wakings, or taking 30+ minutes to fall asleep for naps. Transitions typically happen gradually over 2-4 weeks.
What's the ideal nap environment?
Dark room (blackout curtains), cool temperature (68-72°F), white noise for consistency, and safe sleep space (firm mattress, no loose items). Use the same location for all naps when possible.