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Updated February 1, 2023
Looking for a snooze transition? At 7 months, your baby may be preparing to take up to 2 naps, although most still need 3 naps for a month or more. We provide sample plans and everything you need to know about your 7 month old's sleep at this stage of development.
Editor's note
The recommendations below represent the average amount of sleep typically required at this age. However, keep in mind that there is a normal range as some children have higher or lower sleep needs. Your child's schedule may vary, and that's normal.
IN THIS ARTICLE:
How Much Should a 7 Month Old Baby Sleep?
Sample 7 month sleep schedule
Sleep schedule for a 7 month old baby
Bedtime for a 7 month old baby
Frequently asked questions about the sleep of a 7 month old baby
How Much Should a 7 Month Old Baby Sleep?
Ideally, your 7-month-old's sleep schedule allows for around 14 hours of total sleep in a 24-hour period, which is close to thatRecommendations of the American Academy of Sleep Medicinefor this age group.
Keep in mind that the amount of sleep babies need can vary and what is considered normal and healthy. Don't worry about the numbers. The suggested hours are just a rough estimate, and it's just as important to monitor your child's mood and energy levels to make sure they're getting enough sleep.
We recommend 11-12 hours at night and 2.5-3 hours during the day, divided into three naps. However, your baby's nighttime sleep may be cut short until they give up their third nap in a month or two. This happens when a baby needs more time between sleep stages to be awake but isn't quite ready for a nap, resulting in a later bedtime and shorter night's sleep.
[Use: In the case of premature babies, we rely on age-adapted sleep development.]
The best sleep advice for your 7 month old baby
If your baby has switched to 2 naps and you're suddenly waking up more often during the night (or waking up earlier), fatigue could be to blame. Offer him three naps two to three times a week to “reset” his fatigue and get him back on track.
Sleep facts for 7 month old babies
The third nap can be very difficult to achieve at this age, despite parental efforts. Instead of trying to nudge a tired baby to his usual bedtime, offer him an earlier bedtime to make up for his excessive sleepiness.
Sample 7 month sleep schedule
Use:The need for sleep varies from child to child and this table should only be considered as an example.
Sleep schedule for a 7 month old baby
How Long Should a 7 Month Nap Be?
A typical 7 month sleep schedule should allow for 2 to 3 hours of sleep during the day. Expect your baby to take 2-3 naps a day. Ideally, the first 2 (oronly2) Naps during the day last at least an hour. For babies who take 3 naps, the last nap is expected to be a shorter 30-45 minute nap. Most babies need 2.25 to 3.5 hours awake between naps to be sufficiently tired.
How many naps for a 7 month old baby?
Most 7 month old babies need it3 napsonce. At this age, however, resistance to naps is common, as babies still need to wake up longer to generate enough pressure to sleep (thissleep homeostatic pressurehelps ensure baby is tired enough to get a good night's sleep).
This tends to lead to many missed third naps. As a result, your 7-month-old's sleep schedule may not be as predictable as you would like.
Some babies start the transition2 napsin front. We've found that babies with strong independent sleep skills tend to sleep earlier. If this applies to your baby, you should look out for signs of the impending transition to napping, including a pattern of shorter naps, skipped naps, and/or less than 10 hours of nightly sleep.
As your baby begins to transition to a 2-nap schedule, she will likely alternate between a few 2-nap days and a few 3-nap days until she is ready to give up her third nap.
2 naps
| sunrise | 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING |
| 1. Tag | 9:30 am. M. - 11.00 a.m. M. (1.5 hour nap); 2.5 hours awake before first nap |
| 2. Tag | 14:15 - 15:45 (1.5 hour nap); 3.25 hours awake before second nap |
| get ready to sleep | 18:45 |
| Sleep | 7:15 p.m.; 3.5 hours awake before bedtime |
3 hour nap
| sunrise | 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING |
| 1. Tag | 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 am. (1 hour nap); 2.25 hours awake before first nap |
| 2. Tag | 12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. (1 hour nap); 2.5 hours awake before second nap |
| 3er durchm | 16:15 - 16:45 (30 minute nap); 2.5 hours awake before third nap |
| get ready to sleep | 19:00 |
| Sleep | 19:30 o'clock; 2.75 hours awake before bedtime |
Bedtime for a 7 month old baby
Ideally, your 7 month old should sleep 11-12 hours a night, so they should go to bed 12-13 hours after waking up in the morning. If your baby needs to wake up longer in the 3 naps, they may only sleep 10-11 hours at night. In such cases, bedtime is 13-14 hours after waking up.
Remember that the time of your last nap also affects your bedtime. As your baby needsat least2.5 hours awake before bedtime, consider the time of your last nap when planning your bedtime. In some cases, offering an earlier bedtime is better than offering a third nap late (since it can decrease nighttime sleep).
When should a 7 month old baby go to bed?
It is common for babies to go to bed between 7pm and 7pm. M. and 8:00 p.m. However, the best bedtime for your baby depends on when you wake up and when you finished your last nap.
Frequently asked questions about the sleep of a 7 month old baby
Q: Can a 7 month old baby sleep through the night?
A:
A lot of babies this age can do thatsleep all nightwithout parental help. You wake up from time to time, but theseThose who calm down know how to fall asleep again.When a baby has strong independent sleeping skills and is getting enough milk/feeding throughout the day, they are more likely to sleep from bedtime to morning without crying. However, it's still not uncommon to wake up during the night at this age, especially if your baby sleeps better with a late-night meal or two.
Q: How often do 7 month old babies sleep?
A:
When planning your 7-month-old's sleep schedule, aim for waking hours of between 2.25 and 3.5 hours. While most babies still need 3 naps, some babies vary between 2-3 days of naps and others may have switched to 2 naps entirely.
Q: How many nights does a 7 month old baby sleep?
A:
Aim for 11 to 12 hours of sleep a night for your 7 month old. However, keep in mind that some babies this age with 3-nap schedules may only sleep 10-11 hours a night until they stop sleeping and move on to a 2-nap schedule (usually around 8-9 months).
Q: How long is a 7 month old awake?
A:
A 7-month-old baby's waking time is typically 2.25 to 3.5 hours, depending on the length and number of naps. Typically, the first waking window of the day is the shortest, so expect to be awake for 2.25 to 2.5 hours before you take your first nap. Throughout the day, your baby will be able to stay awake longer, resulting in the longest waking window before bed, lasting between 2.75 and 3.5 hours. If a baby needs about 3 hours of wakefulness before their third nap, it's usually best to finish that nap and move on to a 2-nap schedule.
Q: How long does a 7 month old baby sleep during the day?
A:
Aim for 2-3 hours of sleep in your 7-month-old's sleep schedule, broken up into 2-3 naps.
Q: Is there a 7 month sleep regression?
A:
Between 7 and 9 months we often see a change in sleeping habits and some babies experience sleep regression. Your baby's development and growth leads to a transition to naps and mastery milestones that often impact sleep. It's common for routines to be broken when your baby gets up or sits in the crib instead of lying down quietly during sleep. just.