Baby Sleep Blog
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Newborn Wake Windows by Week: the 45-90 Minute Chart + Tired Cues
How long should a newborn stay awake? Only 45-90 minutes — far shorter than most parents expect. The week-by-week guide, why cues beat the clock, and a realistic newborn rhythm.
Wake Windows at 7-9 Months: Longer Awake Periods, Nap Transitions, and the Crawling Effect
Wake windows at 7-9 months typically range from 2.25-3.5 hours. Learn how the 3-to-2 nap transition affects timing, why the last nap becomes a battle, and what to do about it.
Wake Windows at 4-6 Months: When Sleep Starts Getting More Predictable
Wake windows at 4-6 months typically range from 1.5-2.75 hours. Learn how the 4-month regression affects timing, why the first window is shortest, and how to find your baby's sweet spot.
Wake Windows at 10, 11, 12 + 14 Months: Month-by-Month Chart
How long should a 10-14 month old stay awake? The month-by-month chart (most need 3-4.5 hours), the undertiredness trap, and how to fix early waking and bedtime battles.
Overtired or Undertired? How to Tell the Difference
Learn the signs of an overtired vs undertired baby, understand the science behind sleep pressure, and discover how to read your baby's unique sleep cues.
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