12+ Months Old Sleep Schedule Overview
Wake Window
4-5 hours
Daily Naps
1-2
Total Sleep
11-14 hours
Toddlers typically transition to one afternoon nap around 12-18 months. They can stay awake for longer periods.
Sample 12+ Months Old Schedule
This is a sample schedule. Adjust times based on your baby's individual needs and your family's routine.
12+ Months Old Sleep Tips
The transition to one nap usually happens gradually over several weeks.
Maintain quiet time even if your toddler doesn't nap every day.
Increased mobility and development may temporarily disrupt sleep patterns.
Common 12+ Months Old Sleep Challenges
Short Naps
If naps are consistently under 45 minutes, try adjusting wake windows or improving sleep environment.
Fighting Naps
May indicate overtiredness or undertiredness. Adjust wake windows by 15-30 minutes.
Schedule Changes
Growth spurts and developmental leaps can temporarily disrupt established patterns.
Calculate Your 12+ Months Old Baby's Next Nap
Use our calculator to find the perfect nap time based on when your baby last woke up.
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