12-18 Month Sleep Schedule
Naps, wake windows, and bedtime
Total daily sleep
12-14 hours
6:30-8:00 PM
Bedtime
6:00-8:00 AM
Wake time
Night sleep
10-12 hours (typically 0-1 wake-up)
Naps (2)
Wake windows
3-4 hours between sleeps
Informational only — always check with your doctor or midwife for advice specific to you and your baby.
Tips for this age
- •Maintain consistent bedtime and wake time, even on weekends
- •Use visual cues (dim lights, white noise) to signal sleep time
- •Offer a predictable pre-nap and bedtime routine (15-30 minutes)
- •Most toddlers transition to one nap between 12-18 months; follow your child's cues
Common challenges
- •Resistance to naps and bedtime as independence increases
- •Sleep regression around 18 months (separation anxiety peaks)
- •Difficulty with the transition from two naps to one nap
- •Night wakings due to teething, nightmares, or developmental leaps
What changes next
Around 18 months, most toddlers transition to a single midday nap and may experience increased separation anxiety at bedtime. By 24 months, sleep consolidation typically improves with one solid nap (1-2 hours) and 10-12 hours of night sleep.
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This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Every pregnancy and baby is different. Always consult your doctor, midwife, or pediatrician for guidance specific to your situation.
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