9-12 Month Sleep Schedule
Naps, wake windows, and bedtime
Total daily sleep
12-14 hours
6:30-7:30 PM
Bedtime
6:00-7:30 AM
Wake time
Night sleep
10-12 hours (usually 0-1 wake-up)
Naps (2)
Nap 19:00-9:30 AM · 30-60 minutes
Nap 21:00-2:00 PM · 60-90 minutes
Wake windows
3-4 hours between sleeps
Tips for this age
- •Maintain consistent sleep schedule; babies this age thrive on routine
- •Transition to 2 naps if not already done; most babies drop to 2-nap schedule by 9 months
- •Watch for signs of readiness to drop second nap (typically 12-18 months); don't rush it
- •Offer solid foods at appropriate times but ensure milk feeds still support sleep (hunger won't disrupt sleep if fed adequately)
Common challenges
- •Separation anxiety peaks around 9-12 months; expect resistance at bedtime
- •Sleep regression around 12 months is common due to developmental leaps
- •Increased mobility (crawling, standing, cruising) can cause excitement at sleep time
- •Teething discomfort may disrupt sleep; have comfort strategies ready
What changes next
Around 12-15 months, watch for transition to single nap schedule. Some babies maintain 2 naps until 18 months. Sleep regressions are normal and typically last 1-2 weeks.
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