Parents
of 6-month-olds may be wondering, “What is a sleep schedule for 6-month-olds?”
Well, we’re here to answer all your questions, including “How many hours should
my 6-month-old sleep during the day.” We have you covered.
IN THIS ARTICLE:
By
now your babies’ circadian rhythms have firmed up and they have the power to
self-soothe – that is, calm and relax themselves to fall asleep alone. If
you’re struggling with sleep, check out the Smart Sleep Coach by Pampers™
app. It’s a powerful tool
that will guide you step by step to sleep success.
Sample Sleep Schedule for a
6-Month-Old Baby:
Every
baby’s unique, including your own. Focus less on the specific clock times and
more on
wake windows – the amount of time your baby is awake between naps or their last nap and bedtime.
Wake
windows are a fundamental driver of sleep. Learn more about how they work by
downloading the Smart Sleep Coach by
Pampers™
app. It automatically tracks wake windows when you enter
sleeps and adjusts your baby’s recommended schedule to optimize for overnight
sleep.
Sleep Schedule for 6-Month-Olds with 3
Naps:
“Good
morning!”
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6:30 AM
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Nap 1
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8:30-9:45 AM
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Awake: 2 hrs.
Nap: 1 hr. 15 mins.
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Nap 2
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12:00-1:30 PM
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Awake: 2 hrs. 30 mins.
Nap: 1.5 hr.
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Nap 3
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4:00-4:30 PM
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Awake 2 hrs. 30 mins.
Nap: 30 mins.
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Bedtime
Routine
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6:30PM
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“Good
night”
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7:15 PM
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Awake: 2 hrs. 45 mins.
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Do 6-Month-Olds sleep through the
night?
Sometimes,
though not always. There are a few factors at play:
- Sleep training: If your baby’s learning to fall asleep independently and has a bedtime routine, they may sleep longer at night without night wakings.
- Feedings:
Many babies this age still wake 1-2 times at night for a quick feed.
What is a 6-month-old’s Wake Window?
A
6-month-old is typically awake 2-3 hours between naps or a nap and bedtime.
How much sleep should a 6-month-old
get?
About
14-hours over a 24-hour period.
How much should my 6-month-old sleep
at night?
About
11-12 hours is a good goal.
How much should my 6-month-old sleep
during daytime naps?
Six-month-olds
typically get about 2.5-3 hours of nap time across 3 naps.
How Long is a 6-month-old’s naps?
- The first two naps generally are 60-90 minutes.
- The third nap may be about this length, but it’s
more typically 30-45 minutes.
Is there a 6-month-old sleep
regression?
No, although sleep could still be off track if your
baby is still learning the skills to fall asleep independently.