![]() Most 15 month olds who are taking 2 naps per day sleep best with about 3.25 hours of awake time before the first nap and about 3.75 hours of awake time before their afternoon nap. Those 15 month olds who have transitioned to a 1-nap schedule will need between 5 and 5.5 hours of awake time before their nap in order to be tired but not too tired. ![]() Note: Sleep needs vary by child and this chart should be viewed as an example. Electronic devices such as TVs, tablets, and phones emit blue light, which interferes with melatonin production, making it difficult to fall asleep. Pediatric sleep and baby development experts also recommend avoiding screen time in the hour before bed. Start your child’s day with bright light upon waking (natural light is best), and get outside during the day when possible. To help your child get on a more predictable schedule, wake them within 30 minutes of your desired wake-up time every day (even after a rough night), and be intentional about light exposure. Light entering your child’s eyes sets their circadian rhythm, or body clock, signaling their body to decrease melatonin levels. If your child is struggling to fall asleep at nighttime or waking up early, ill-timed exposure to light could be to blame. It can take a few weeks for the remaining nap to lengthen, so hang in there! Sleep fact for 15 month olds When total daytime sleep is less than ideal (2 - 3 hours), it’s best to offer an early bedtime (but no earlier than 12 hours before your desired morning wake-up time). As children drop the second nap, some will sleep less than the recommended 2 - 3 hours during the remaining nap. It’s not uncommon for 15 month olds to be a bit overtired during the transition from 2 naps to just 1 nap per day. Keeping an eye on your toddler's mood and energy levels is just as important as monitoring their sleep totals to ensure they're getting the rest they need. ![]() Don't get bogged down by sticking to a specific sleep hour - the recommended hours are just that, recommendations. However there is a range of what's considered normal and appropriate and each child has their own sleep needs. Your child’s schedule may vary, and that is normal.Īt this age, we recommend aiming for about 13 hours of total sleep over a 24-hour period, with a minimum of 11 hours at night, and 2 - 3 hours during the day, split between 1 or 2 naps. However, please note there is a range of normal as some children have lower or higher sleep needs. The recommendations listed below represent the average amount of sleep typically needed at this age.
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