Sleep Schedule for 6 months
Recommended sleep patterns and schedule for 6 months old
Based on recommendations from WHO, AASM, and other leading health organizations
Every child is unique in their sleep needs. While these recommendations reflect typical sleep patterns for this age, your child may naturally need more or less sleep. Variations from these guidelines are normal and should be expected.
Sleep Overview
13-16 hours
10-11 hours
2-3 naps
2 hours 15 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes
Recommended Schedule
20:00
07:00
Sample Daily Schedule
Three-nap schedule
Morning rise
7:00am
Awake 2hrs
Nap 1
9:00am - 10:15am
1hr 15mzZZ
Awake 2hrs 15m
Nap 2
12:30pm - 1:45pm
1hr 15mzZZ
Awake 2hrs 15m
Nap 3
4:00pm - 4:30pm
30mzZZ
Awake 2hrs
Get ready for bed
6:30pm
Asleep
7:00pm
zZZ
Good to Know
- •Rubbing eyes
- •Ear pulling
- •Fussiness
- •Decreased activity
Sleep regression possible due to physical milestones
May be ready for sleep training
Consistent bedtime routine becomes crucial
References & Resources
Our sleep recommendations and schedules are carefully curated based on scientific research and guidelines from leading global health organizations. Below you'll find the authoritative sources we've used to ensure accurate and reliable information.
World Health Organization (WHO)
Guidelines on Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour and Sleep for Children Under 5 Years of Age
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Recommended Amount of Sleep for Pediatric Populations
National Sleep Foundation
Children and Sleep: Sleep Guidelines and Tips
Stanford Children's Health
Infant Sleep: A Guide for Parents