How much daytime sleep for 9 month old?
My 9-month-old has become quite active and sometimes resists naps. I'm worried he's not getting enough sleep overall. What's the appropriate amount of daytime sleep for a 9-month-old baby?
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6 months ago
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Hey, relax. At 9 months, they usually settle into two neat naps of about 1 to 1.5 hours each, so around 2 to 2.5 hours total is perfect. Don't let anyone make you feel anxious if your kid sleeps slightly less; they are doing just fine.
6 months ago
A calm baby sleeps peacefully. Around 9 months, they need about 2 hours of day rest. Keep their sleeping area breezy, play some light soothing music, and you will see them transition into a beautiful, natural sleep cycle.
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6 months ago
I was actually reading about this for my sister's baby. Most parenting blogs say 9-month-olds need around 2 to 2.5 hours of day sleep split into two naps. It's interesting how they slowly start staying awake longer between their naps at this age.
5 months ago
Two naps totaling about 2 to 2.5 hours is normal for a 9-month-old. Nothing to worry about.
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6 months ago
I totally get it, you must be constantly watching the clock to see if they sleep enough. Typically, 2 to 2.5 hours of daytime sleep is the sweet spot for a 9-month-old, but some days are just off. Give yourself and the baby some grace.