Baby Sleep Blog
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Newborn Wake Windows: Why They're So Short and How to Read Your Baby's Cues
Newborn wake windows are just 45-90 minutes because of immature brain development. Learn why clock-watching doesn't work at this age, how to spot tired cues, and what's normal.
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 10-14 Months: Why Your Baby Might Need More Awake Time Than You Think
Wake windows at 10-14 months typically range from 3-4.5 hours. Learn why undertiredness becomes increasingly common, how to avoid the 12-month nap trap, and when to start thinking about one nap.
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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