Age |
Amount of
Sleep Needed |
Characteristics
of Sleep |
Sleep Developmental
Milestones |
| Preschoolers(3 - 5 Years) |
Total Average: 11 - 13 hours |
Naps usually end by 5 years; nighttime fears may emerge |
Consistent sleep/wake time and bedtime routine |
Tips for Newborns
- Maintain a regular and consistent sleep schedule
- Follow-through with a bedtime routine every night
- The child should have the same sleeping environment every night. It should be cool, quiet and dark and without a TV
- Watch for difficulty breathing, unusual nighttime awakenings, chronic sleep problems, and behavioral problems during the day.
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