Gauri Patel Gauri Patel Asked 5 months ago

How much sleep should a 6 month old get?

My 6-month-old baby is going through a sleep regression, and I'm exhausted. I'm trying to establish a good schedule, so I need to know. How much sleep should a 6-month-old get?

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Priyanka Gupta Priyanka Gupta Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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For a 6-month-old, they need around 12-15 hours of total sleep, including 2-3 naps during the day. What worked for me was establishing a consistent bedtime routine early on: bath, massage, feed, then bed. Also, a dark room and white noise machine helped a lot.

Smita Rao Smita Rao Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

My baby just passed 6 months! We've been trying to get her to sleep more consistently. The general advice is 12-15 hours of sleep a day, split between nighttime and naps. We found that a warm bath and a quiet environment before bed really helps her settle.

Aparna Reddy Aparna Reddy Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

For a 6-month-old, the typical recommendation is 12-15 hours of total sleep within a 24-hour period, encompassing both nighttime sleep and daytime naps. While these are general guidelines, it's always best to consult your pediatrician for personalized advice regarding your child's sleep patterns.

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Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

My cousin's baby is 6 months, and she aims for 12-15 hours of sleep in 24 hours. It's a lot, haan, but they grow so fast! She tries to have a consistent nap schedule and a calming bedtime routine. Sometimes a little baby massage helps too!

Ankit Desai Ankit Desai Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

A 6-month-old needs 12-15 hours of sleep, total, within 24 hours. This includes their naps. Focus on a clear sleep schedule. It's essential for their rapid development and growth. Don't overthink it, just be consistent.

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Nandini Iyer Nandini Iyer Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

A 6-month-old typically needs 12-15 hours of sleep in 24 hours, including naps. Just keep an eye on their cues and try to maintain a gentle routine. You're doing great.

Priyanka Singh Priyanka Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Haan ji, a 6-month-old baby ko 12-15 ghante ki neend chahiye hoti hai, na? Including all their naps. My bhabhi's baby needs proper routine, tabhi woh acchi neend leta hai. Thoda patience rakho, ho jayega.

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