Newborn Wake Windows: Interactive Chart by Age
Wake windows are the stretches of awake time between sleeps that most babies handle well before they get overtired. Enter your baby's age below for the typical range, or scroll for the full chart.
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The Regulated Parents Guide team writes psychology informed guidance drawn from attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and nervous system regulation research. Editorial standards.
Find your baby's wake window
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Typical range for 1 to 2 months
60 to 90 minutes
awake between sleeps
4 to 6 short naps
6 to 8 hours across 4 to 6 naps
8 to 10 hours, still with night feeds
Total sleep per 24 hours
14 to 16 hours
Still mostly sleepy. Days and nights slowly start to sort themselves out. These are typical ranges. Every baby is different. If you have any concerns about your baby's sleep, feeding, or wellbeing, check in with your pediatrician.
Full wake windows chart by age
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| Age | Wake window | Total sleep per 24 hours | Naps per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn (0 to 4 weeks) | 45 to 60 minutes | 14 to 17 hours | Many, on demand |
| 1 to 2 months | 60 to 90 minutes | 14 to 16 hours | 4 to 6 short naps |
| 3 months | 75 minutes to 2 hours | 14 to 15 hours | 3 to 5 naps |
| 4 to 5 months | 1.5 to 2.5 hours | 12 to 15 hours | 3 to 4 naps |
| 6 to 8 months | 2 to 3 hours | 12 to 15 hours | 2 to 3 naps |
| 9 to 12 months | 2.5 to 3.5 hours | 12 to 14 hours | 2 naps |
| 12 to 18 months | 3 to 4 hours | 11 to 14 hours | 1 to 2 naps |
| 18 months to 3 years | 4 to 6 hours | 11 to 14 hours | 1 nap |
Newborn (0 to 4 weeks)
Sleep comes in short bursts, day and night. Cue based feeding and sleep is normal.
1 to 2 months
Still mostly sleepy. Days and nights slowly start to sort themselves out.
3 months
Naps begin to lengthen a little. A longer stretch at night may appear.
4 to 5 months
Sleep gets more organized. Big developmental changes can shake things up.
6 to 8 months
Often three naps. Solids and separation awareness can affect sleep.
9 to 12 months
Usually two naps. Standing up in the crib is a common phase, not a regression.
12 to 18 months
Transitioning to one nap for many toddlers. Both one and two naps can be normal.
18 months to 3 years
One long midday nap. Big feelings and testing limits at bedtime are normal.
Frequently asked questions
By Regulated Parents Guide Team
The Regulated Parents Guide team writes psychology informed guidance drawn from attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and nervous system regulation research. Editorial standards.
A gentle reminder
Wake windows shift day to day. Growth spurts, teeth, illness, and big developmental leaps all move the numbers. These are typical ranges, every baby is different, and if anything feels off, check with your pediatrician.