How Much Sleep Does My Child Need?
1 min read Published 3 Jun 2026
By Georgia Hayward, Certified Infant & Toddler Sleep CoachSleep Totals by Age
Every child is different, but current recommendations suggest the following total sleep across a 24-hour period (including naps and overnight sleep):
0 - 3 months: 14–17 hours
4 - 11 months: 12–15 hours
1 - 2 years: 11–14 hours
3 - 4 years: 10–13 hours
Averages, Not Targets
These figures are averages rather than targets. Just as adults have different sleep needs, children do too. Some babies and toddlers naturally need more sleep, while others need less.
Rather than focusing solely on the numbers, look at the bigger picture. Is your child generally happy, alert and developing well? If so, they may simply have different sleep needs to another child of the same age.
There is a wide range of what is considered normal, and every child is unique.
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This article is published by ParentBoost. It was written or reviewed for ParentBoost by the contributor below and edited by our team. It is general information for parents, not individual professional advice.
Georgia Hayward
Certified Infant & Toddler Sleep Coach
Hi, I''m Georgia. Based in Sussex, I am an OCN certified Infant and Toddler Sleep Coach and NHS Midwife. I''ve spent over nine years working closely with parents and young children, giving me a real understanding of the challenges that come with early childhood – especially when it comes to sleep. Having experienced sleep deprivation first-hand as a mum, I now provide gentle, evidence-based sleep support tailored to your child''s needs through my service Tender Loving Sleep.
This article is general guidance for parents and carers, not medical, health, legal or other professional advice. Every child is different. If you're worried about your child's health or development, talk to your GP, health visitor or another suitable professional. In an emergency, call 999. For urgent advice, call NHS 111.
