How many hours of sleep by age?

Question

My kids have such different sleep schedules, and my wife and I also have varying sleep needs. Is there a general guideline for how many hours of sleep people need based on their age?

Simran Kaur · Accepted Answer

This is a good question. I'm also not sure about the exact numbers for different ages. I heard babies need a lot. What about teenagers, like 16-18 year olds? Is it still 8-10 hours?

Maya Singh · Answer

Sleep needs change with age, indeed. Children need more, adults typically around 7-9 hours. Listen to your body and its natural rhythm. A peaceful mind, free from unnecessary worry, helps the body achieve its needed rest at any age. Stay blessed.

Vikram Desai · Answer

Look, these general charts you find online are just averages. Babies and kids definitely need more. Adults, 7-9 hours. But everyone is different. Best to talk to a doctor about specific age groups, especially for kids, instead of just trusting random internet advice.

Aparna Rao · Answer

My doctor gave me a clear chart: newborns 14-17 hrs, infants 12-15 hrs, toddlers 11-14 hrs, preschoolers 10-13 hrs, school-aged kids 9-11 hrs, teenagers 8-10 hrs, and adults 7-9 hours. It's a general guideline, but important to try and stick to it for overall health.

Ramesh Gupta · Answer

Haan, sleep hours definitely vary by age. Infants need 12-16 hours, school kids around 9-12, teens 8-10, and adults 7-9 hours. It's generally what the doctors say. If someone in the family is consistently not sleeping enough, maybe a check-up is needed, though sleep studies can be expensive.

How many hours of sleep by age?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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