Baby Sleep Schedules by Age
Gentle, realistic schedules for every stage — from the 4-month regression through to the 2-to-1 nap transition. Each guide includes sample routines, wake windows, and practical tips.
Sleep schedules are one of the most searched topics in baby sleep — and one of the most confusing. Every baby is different, which is why a schedule that works perfectly for one family can completely fail for another. The key is not finding the right schedule — it is finding the right schedule for your baby's age, temperament, and current developmental stage.
Common schedule mistakes:
- Wake windows too long — leads to overtiredness, fighting sleep, early waking, and poor naps
- Wake windows too short — baby takes forever to settle and wakes through the night
- Following a rigid clock-based routine instead of reading your baby's cues
- Not adjusting the schedule as your baby develops
Getting the timing right is the single most impactful change most families can make. The schedules below are age-based starting points, not rigid timetables. They are built around evidence-based wake windows and realistic nap expectations for each stage — from the 4-month regression through to the 2-to-1 nap transition.
Angelica Videla is a certified baby and toddler sleep consultant based in London, supporting families across the UK, Europe, US, and Australia with gentle, personalised sleep support. If a schedule alone is not solving the problem, a personalised plan can help identify what is actually going on.
4 Months Sleep Schedule
4-month sleep regression
5 Months Sleep Schedule
Routines becoming predictable
6 Months Sleep Schedule
3-to-2 nap transition
7 Months Sleep Schedule
Separation anxiety
8 Months Sleep Schedule
8–10 month regression
9 Months Sleep Schedule
Developmental leaps
12 Months Sleep Schedule
2-to-1 nap transition approaching
A note on schedules
Every baby is different. These schedules are a starting point — not a rigid timetable. Wake windows, nap lengths, and bedtime will vary depending on your baby's temperament, development, and how the day has gone.
If you're unsure what schedule suits your baby, I can help you build a personalised plan that fits your family.
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