Our Nap Schedule Generator gives you instant nap counts, nap lengths, and recommended daytime sleep based on your child’s age from 0–60 months. Use it to quickly create a predictable daily rhythm that supports better naps, smoother evenings, and healthier overall sleep.
Your Baby & Toddler’s Recommended Nap Schedule
Enter your child’s birthday and wake time to see an age-appropriate nap plan and bedtime.
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Q: How many naps should my baby take?
A: Nap needs vary by age. Newborns take 4–6 naps, 4–6 month olds take 3–4 naps, and most babies shift to a 2-nap schedule between 7–12 months.
Q: How many naps should my toddler take?
A: Most toddlers take one nap between 13–36 months. By ages 3–5, many drop naps and transition to quiet time.
Q: What wake windows should I use?
A: Wake windows increase with age and typically range from 30–90 minutes for young babies to 5–7 hours for older toddlers and preschoolers.
Q: What is a good nap schedule?
A: A good nap schedule follows age-appropriate wake windows, allows enough daytime sleep, and supports an early, consistent bedtime.
Baby & Toddler Nap Schedule Generator (0–60 Months)
This nap schedule generator creates an instant age-appropriate nap routine for babies and toddlers ages 0–60 months. Simply choose your child’s age group and wake-up time to get a complete schedule including wake windows, nap timing, and bedtime recommendations. You can also switch to the Editable Planner to adjust your schedule and create a personalized daily rhythm for your child.
Nap timing changes dramatically during the first five years of life. This tool helps you stay on track with realistic expectations by offering automatic schedules for infants, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, while giving you the flexibility to customize your day when real life doesn’t follow the chart.
How the Nap Schedule Generator Works
Based on your child’s age, this nap generator uses typical wake windows, total sleep needs, and nap durations to create an easy-to-follow routine. You’ll receive:
- Recommended wake windows by age
- Age-based nap durations and nap counts
- A full daily nap schedule including nap 1, nap 2, and nap 3 (if needed)
- Bedtime suggestions based on last wake window
- A fully customizable planner to make your own schedule
Typical Nap Schedules by Age
Here is a quick look at the nap patterns this tool may generate:
| Age | Naps | Wake Windows |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 Months | 4–6 naps | 30–90 minutes |
| 4–6 Months | 3–4 naps | 1.5–2.5 hours |
| 7–9 Months | 3 naps | 2–3.5 hours |
| 10–12 Months | 2 naps | 3–4.5 hours |
| 13–18 Months | 1–2 naps | 3–4.5 hours |
| 18–36 Months | 1 nap | 4–6 hours |
| 3–5 Years | 0–1 naps | 6–7 hours |
Baby Nap Transitions (0–12 Months)
Babies experience major sleep changes during the first year. Around 3–4 months, wake windows lengthen and daytime sleep begins consolidating. By 7–12 months, most babies settle into a consistent two-nap schedule with longer stretches of awake time.
Toddler Nap Transitions (1–5 Years)
Toddlers typically move from two naps to one between 12–18 months. Many continue a midday nap until ages 3–4, then gradually shift into quiet time. This nap schedule generator helps guide these transitions using age-based windows and sleep needs.
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