Baby sleep schedule generator
Pick your baby's age and usual wake-up time, and we'll suggest a nap-by-nap daily rhythm built on age-appropriate wake windows.
Suggested daily rhythm
How this schedule is built
The generator uses wake windows — the age-appropriate stretch of awake time between sleeps — to space naps through the day, then sets bedtime after the final window. It's a starting rhythm to adapt to your baby, not a strict timetable.
| Age | Wake windows | Naps per day |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 45–90 min | 4–5 |
| 4–6 months | 1.5–2.5 h | 3 |
| 7–9 months | 2–3 h | 2 |
| 10–12 months | 3–3.5 h | 2 |
| 13–17 months | 4–5 h | 1–2 |
| 18–24 months | 5–6 h | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What are wake windows?
A wake window is the amount of time a baby can comfortably stay awake between sleeps. Short at first (45–90 minutes for newborns), they stretch to 5–6 hours by age two. Watching wake windows helps you catch the "sleepy sweet spot" before overtiredness hits.
When do babies drop to two naps, then one?
Most babies move from 3 naps to 2 around 7–9 months, and from 2 naps to 1 somewhere between 13 and 18 months. Every child is different — watch for consistently fighting a nap or early-morning waking as signs of a transition.
Do I have to follow the schedule exactly?
No — think of it as a rhythm, not a rulebook. Sick days, growth spurts, and travel will shake things up. Aim for the right wake windows and total sleep, and don't stress over 20 minutes here or there.
Every baby is different, and this tool is for general information only — it is not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician about your baby's sleep, especially for premature babies or any health concerns.