Everything Naps Guide
Struggling with naps? Short ones, skipped ones, or sudden nap drama?
Whether you’re starting from scratch or dealing with nap transitions, The Everything Naps Guide gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to improve daytime sleep and support a smoother daily rhythm.
This guide is your go-to resource for understanding naps from infancy through toddlerhood, and knowing exactly what to do when they fall apart.
Here’s what’s inside:
Age-based wake windows and nap totals
Sample daily schedules from 4 months through toddlerhood
How to spot when it’s time to drop a nap—and how to do it smoothly
Transition strategies for:
4–6 months: 4 to 3 naps
7–9 months: 3 to 2 naps
12–15 months: 2 to 1 nap
2.5–3+ years: Dropping the final nap
Environment and routine tips to support better naps
What to do when naps are skipped or short
Sneak peek: A dedicated short nap strategy section, including when to wait, rescue, or move on
Real-life troubleshooting for over-tiredness, nap resistance, and regressions
Whether your baby is contact napping, fighting their third nap, or stuck in the 30-minute cycle, this guide helps you make calm, informed decisions instead of second-guessing every nap.
No more wondering: “Is it time to drop a nap or just a rough day?” You’ll have clear answers right at your fingertips!
Struggling with naps? Short ones, skipped ones, or sudden nap drama?
Whether you’re starting from scratch or dealing with nap transitions, The Everything Naps Guide gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to improve daytime sleep and support a smoother daily rhythm.
This guide is your go-to resource for understanding naps from infancy through toddlerhood, and knowing exactly what to do when they fall apart.
Here’s what’s inside:
Age-based wake windows and nap totals
Sample daily schedules from 4 months through toddlerhood
How to spot when it’s time to drop a nap—and how to do it smoothly
Transition strategies for:
4–6 months: 4 to 3 naps
7–9 months: 3 to 2 naps
12–15 months: 2 to 1 nap
2.5–3+ years: Dropping the final nap
Environment and routine tips to support better naps
What to do when naps are skipped or short
Sneak peek: A dedicated short nap strategy section, including when to wait, rescue, or move on
Real-life troubleshooting for over-tiredness, nap resistance, and regressions
Whether your baby is contact napping, fighting their third nap, or stuck in the 30-minute cycle, this guide helps you make calm, informed decisions instead of second-guessing every nap.
No more wondering: “Is it time to drop a nap or just a rough day?” You’ll have clear answers right at your fingertips!
Struggling with naps? Short ones, skipped ones, or sudden nap drama?
Whether you’re starting from scratch or dealing with nap transitions, The Everything Naps Guide gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to improve daytime sleep and support a smoother daily rhythm.
This guide is your go-to resource for understanding naps from infancy through toddlerhood, and knowing exactly what to do when they fall apart.
Here’s what’s inside:
Age-based wake windows and nap totals
Sample daily schedules from 4 months through toddlerhood
How to spot when it’s time to drop a nap—and how to do it smoothly
Transition strategies for:
4–6 months: 4 to 3 naps
7–9 months: 3 to 2 naps
12–15 months: 2 to 1 nap
2.5–3+ years: Dropping the final nap
Environment and routine tips to support better naps
What to do when naps are skipped or short
Sneak peek: A dedicated short nap strategy section, including when to wait, rescue, or move on
Real-life troubleshooting for over-tiredness, nap resistance, and regressions
Whether your baby is contact napping, fighting their third nap, or stuck in the 30-minute cycle, this guide helps you make calm, informed decisions instead of second-guessing every nap.
No more wondering: “Is it time to drop a nap or just a rough day?” You’ll have clear answers right at your fingertips!