Most of the newborn babies spend their time sleeping. The normal amount of time needed for healthy sleep depends from age to age. It is noticed that babies spend at least 14 to 17 hours of the day sleeping. However, because of the usual need for feeding at regular intervals, their sleep gets broken up into a number of short periods.

As the bulk of the total sleep happens at night, it is rare that the baby keeps on sleeping without waking up in between every night.

So, parents work hard on scheduling their kid’s sleep time, feeding time, nap time, and keep a check on their activities.

According to the teachers of Montessori Cypress CA, the amount of sleep required by a kid depends on many factors including the age of the kid.

Let’s take a look at some general guidelines :-

A kid who is 1-4 weeks old : Needs 15 – 16 hours’ sleep per day

Normally, newborn babies sleep for about 15 – 16 hours every day but in short intervals of 3 – 4 hours, and then they wake up due to some reason or the other. Sometimes they feel hungry, sometimes they feel cranky because of the dirty diaper and many other reasons. However, premature may sleep longer.

Since new-borns do not have any internal biological clock or circadian rhythm their sleep patterns only depend upon the need of their body and not as per the daylight or night-time cycles.

A kid who is 1 – 4 months old : Needs 14 – 15 hours’ sleep per day

Coming till 6th week your baby is beginning to settle a bit and is maintain some regular time intervals as per their everyday schedules. You may notice some regularity in their schedule. They tend to sleep more quietly at night now than at the beginning.

A kid who is 4 – 12 months old : Needs 14 – 15 hours of sleep per day

According to the teachers of Montessori Cypress CA, 15 hours of sleep, every day is known to be the most ideal hours of healthy sleep. Knowing healthy sleep is the primary goal during this period, your baby feels much fresher, healthier, and happier, and at this age, their sleep patterns are more adult-like.

A kid who is 1 – 3 years old : Needs 12 – 14 hours’ sleep per day

As your child moves past the first year toward 18-21 months of age, they will likely lose their morning and early evening nap and nap only once a day. While toddlers need up to 14 hours a day of sleep, they typically get only about 10.

Tips for healthy sleep habits

Keep to a regular daily routine

At the same waking time, mealtimes, nap time, and play times will help your child feel secure and comfortable, and help with a smooth bedtime.

Be active during the day

Make sure your kids have interesting and varied activities during the day, including physical activity and the fresh air.