18-24 Month Sleep Schedule
Naps, wake windows, and bedtime
Total daily sleep
12-14 hours
7:00-7:30 PM
Bedtime
6:30-7:30 AM
Wake time
Night sleep
10-12 hours (typically 0-1 wake-up, many sleep through)
Naps (1)
Nap 112:00-1:00 PM · 1-2 hours
Wake windows
5-6 hours between sleep periods
Tips for this age
- •Establish a consistent bedtime routine (bath, book, cuddles) to signal sleep time
- •Transition to one nap if not already—most toddlers consolidate to a single midday nap by 18 months
- •Use a visual schedule or picture chart to help them understand bedtime expectations
- •Offer choices within boundaries ('Red pajamas or blue pajamas?') to build cooperation at bedtime
Common challenges
- •Separation anxiety and difficulty with bedtime transitions
- •Increased defiance and testing limits around sleep routines
- •Early morning wake-ups (5:00-6:00 AM) due to increased activity levels
- •Nap resistance as independence grows
What changes next
Around age 2-2.5 years, many toddlers drop their nap entirely or resist it frequently. Bedtime may also shift slightly later as wake windows continue to extend. Stay flexible and watch for signs of tiredness rather than strictly adhering to schedule.
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