As children grow, their sleep patterns evolve in predictable ways. Understanding these changes can help parents navigate their child's sleep journey with less stress and more confidence. Infants, for example, typically sleep in short cycles of around 50-60 minutes, whereas toddlers and preschoolers consolidate their sleep into longer periods. Knowing these age-specific sleep tendencies can guide parents in setting realistic expectations and adjusting their routines accordingly. By recognizing what is developmentally appropriate for their child's age, caregivers can approach sleep challenges with a better understanding of what to expect and how to support their little one's rest.
It includes:
- Recommended hours of sleep for 3-5 year olds
- Recommended hours of sleep for 6 year olds within a 24-hour cycle
- Number of naps typically needed for children at ages 3, 4, and 5 years old
If you're seeking a developmentally-appropriate, relaxed approach to your child's sleep journey, our PDF is tailored just for you. Serving as a convenient go-to reference, it offers invaluable insights for navigating the intricacies of your toddler’s second year of sleep with ease.
Why Learn From Lina Acosta Sandaal?
Lina Acosta Sandaal, MA, LMFT is a psychotherapist, development expert, writer, and founder of Stop Parenting Alone, a parenting education and consulting program in Miami, FL. She is a writer on social emotional learning for Macmillan Education, the human development expert for Telemundo’s national broadcasts and consultant for MomsRising, an advocacy group for family rights in our nation’s capital. Her mission is for all parents to fall in love with their parenting journey.