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Understanding Naps: Schedules, Transitions and Signs

$14.99

Nap patterns change constantly between 0–12 months, and it can feel confusing to know what’s normal, when transitions should happen, and how to support better daytime sleep. This resource breaks everything down into simple, easy‑to-follow explanations so you can understand your baby’s needs at every stage. With clear schedules, signs to watch for, and practical strategies for navigating transitions, this guide helps you create calmer days, smoother naps, and a more predictable rhythm for your little one.

Nap patterns change constantly between 0–12 months, and it can feel confusing to know what’s normal, when transitions should happen, and how to support better daytime sleep. This resource breaks everything down into simple, easy‑to-follow explanations so you can understand your baby’s needs at every stage. With clear schedules, signs to watch for, and practical strategies for navigating transitions, this guide helps you create calmer days, smoother naps, and a more predictable rhythm for your little one.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • A simple month‑by‑month nap schedule from newborn to 12 months

  • How many naps your baby typically needs at each age

  • Typical nap lengths and the best times of day for naps

  • Clear signs your baby is ready to drop a nap

  • Step‑by‑step guidance for the 3‑to‑2 nap transition

  • Step‑by‑step guidance for the 2‑to‑1 nap transition

  • Tips to prevent overtiredness during nap transitions

  • How to balance wake windows so naps and bedtime go smoothly

  • What bridging naps are and when to use them

  • What catnaps are and why they’re normal in the first year

  • Visual charts to help you quickly understand nap patterns