Shruti Rao Shruti Rao Asked 10 months ago

How much does a one month old sleep?

My friend just had a baby, and she's struggling with understanding its sleep patterns. How much does a one-month-old typically sleep in a day? She's feeling a bit overwhelmed.

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Harishankar Prasad Harishankar Prasad Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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A one-month-old sleeps a lot! Newborns typically sleep about 14-17 hours a day, but in short bursts. For us adults, getting proper sleep is also vital for health, especially with conditions like high BP. So for the baby, don't worry too much as long as they are feeding well.

Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Don't stress, it's totally normal for newborns to sleep a LOT. My little cousin used to sleep for 16-18 hours in 24 hours. They wake up for feeding and then go right back to sleep. As long as they're eating well and have enough wet diapers, everything is good. Just follow their cues.

Ritika Anand Ritika Anand Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Generally, a one-month-old baby sleeps for about 14 to 17 hours within a 24-hour cycle. This sleep is often broken into short periods, usually 2-4 hours at a time, interspersed with feeding. It's always best to consult your pediatrician for personalized advice, as every baby is different.

Deepak Kumar Deepak Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Dude, babies just sleep all the time, no? My little niece, when she was tiny, just kept sleeping and waking up for milk. I think like, 16-18 hours total, but not straight. Must be tiring for the parents!

Suresh Menon Suresh Menon Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Oh, a one-month-old sleeps more than I do these days, haha! They sleep like little logs, maybe 16-18 hours in total, but in very short stretches. You won't get long stretches yourself, so cherish those short naps. It's a full-time job, yaar.

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Shweta Joshi Shweta Joshi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Newborn sleep patterns can be quite varied, but generally, a one-month-old sleeps between 14-17 hours in a 24-hour period. It's usually in short bursts, not one long stretch. Every baby is different, so try not to compare too much. If you have any concerns, a pediatrician can definitely advise.

Sangeeta Rao Sangeeta Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For a one-month-old, typically they sleep about 14 to 17 hours a day, but not continuously. They wake often for feeds. The best advice will come from your pediatrician. When you visit next, ask them clearly about your baby's specific sleep and feeding patterns. They know best.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My baby is also one month old and seems to sleep a lot, but wakes up so frequently! It's good to know others say 14-17 hours. Did anyone else worry if their baby was sleeping too much or too little? I keep checking if he's breathing.

Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

My daughter was a month old just a few years ago! They usually sleep for 14-17 hours daily, but it's broken up. Sometimes they sleep for 3 hours, then wake for a feed, then another 2 hours. It's a phase. Make sure they are gaining weight, that's the most important indicator.

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Rukmini Devi Rukmini Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Chhote bachche toh bas sote hi hain, beti. Ek mahine ka bachcha din bhar mein 15-18 ghante tak so sakta hai. Jab woh jaage, toh doodh pila do aur phir sulane ki koshish karo. Yeh samay jaldi nikal jaata hai, bas dhyaan rakho. God bless.

Meena Sharma Meena Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Ah, the early days with a baby! They sleep a lot, but it feels like you don't sleep at all, haan? A one-month-old sleeps around 14 to 17 hours in 24 hours, but their sleep cycles are short. Just focus on ensuring they feed well. Don't worry if it's not one long stretch; that comes much later.

Vikram Jain Vikram Jain Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A one-month-old will sleep for roughly 16-17 hours a day, but in 2-4 hour intervals. Their sleep cycles are short, so expect frequent waking for feeds. It's standard newborn behavior. Focus on establishing a good feeding schedule rather than a strict sleep routine at this age.

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