Sleeping baby

A newborn baby spends most of the time asleep but as he gets older quite regular sleeping patterns will emerge. By the time your child's 12 months old he'll probably be having two naps a day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and will be sleeping through the night.

My baby and sleep

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By the time your baby is three months old he'll have one main wakeful period a day, usually at the same time and often in the late afternoon or early evening. Your baby will be happiest going to sleep hearing your voices in the background so keep his Moses basket near you.
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My child and sleep

Your child will still need a brief nap during the day because of the energy he's using in growing and playing.
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My toddler and sleep

Most toddlers will sleep an average of about 11 hours through the night, and will make up any extra sleep that they need in naps.
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