3 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Everyone can agree that infants keep some odd hours, as lovely and adorable as they are! Every parent or carer understands how difficult it can be, especially in the early days when babies may sleep frequently but only for brief amounts of time and not necessarily when you're desperate for them to.
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| 3 Month Old Sleep Schedule |
This plan emphasizes the importance of regular sleep for babies and helps create a schedule that works for both parents and babies. The goal of Babywise is to help babies establish good sleep habits and develop healthy sleep patterns. The plan consists of three main components: wake times, nap times, and nighttime sleep.
Each baby's needs are different, so it's important to keep this in mind. It is important to adjust the wake and nap times to fit your baby's individual needs. It is also important to establish a consistent bedtime routine each night. This will help to create a sense of security and familiarity for your baby.
Is three months of sleep enough for a baby?
A 3-month-old should typically sleep between 14 to 17 hours a day, including naps. This should be broken down into 11 to 12 hours at night and 3 to 5 hours during the day, with 3 to 5 naps of varying lengths.
There is no way your 3-month-old will stay awake for eight uninterrupted hours at a time. Little ones typically sleep for a few hours around-the-clock during this stage before waking up for a few hours.
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3 Month Old Sleep Schedule |
However, some newborns start to accept the days/nights concept about 3 months and start sleeping through the night for as much as 6 to 8 hours at a time, which is a welcome adjustment for sleep-deprived parents.
Remember that every baby is unique and develops at their own rate in terms of reaching sleep milestones. Therefore, other babies (and their parents) may continue be waking up every few hours while one youngster may suddenly start sleeping for greater periods of time at night.
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What are the best ways to schedule a sleep schedule for a 3-month-old?
1. Establish a consistent bedtime routine. Start by having a set bedtime, such as 7:00 pm, and stick to it. Include calming activities such as a warm bath, gentle massage or cuddles, soft music, and a lullaby.
2. Create a sleep-friendly environment. Keep the room dark and cool and provide white noise to block out distractions.
3. Avoid late-night feedings. If you are breastfeeding, try to limit late-night feedings to one or two times a night if possible. If your baby is formula-fed, provide a full feeding prior to the bedtime routine.
4. Wake your baby at consistent times each day. This will help to establish a regular sleep/wake pattern.
5. Monitor your baby’s sleep and adjust as needed. If your baby is waking up too early, gradually adjust bedtime earlier until a more appropriate wake time is achieved.
6. Be patient. It can take a few weeks for your baby to adjust to a new sleep schedule.
Scheduling sleep with longer naps
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3 Month Old Sleep Schedule |
7:00am - Wake up and have breakfast
8:30am - Start work/school
12:30pm - Lunch break
1:30pm - Take a 1-hour nap
2:30pm - Resume work/school
5:00pm - Take a 30-minute break
5:30pm - Resume work/school
7:30pm - Dinner break
8:30pm - Take a 30-minute break
9:00pm - Resume work/school
11:00pm - Take a 1-hour nap
12:00am - Go to bed
Scheduling sleep with short naps
6:00am - Wake up
6:30am - Breakfast
7:00am - Start work/school
12:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm - Take a 30 minute nap
1:30pm - Resume work/school
5:00pm - Break for exercise or leisure activity
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Relax/wind down
9:00pm - Go to bed
What is going on with my baby's sleep?
There are several potential reasons why your baby may not be sleeping through the night. Some of the most common reasons include: hunger, discomfort, teething, illness, separation anxiety, and overstimulation. It is important to talk to your pediatrician to determine the cause of your baby’s sleep issues.
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