Some babies need a lot more sleep than the averages and that’s completely normal 💙I always talk about the older babies who need more naps or the younger ones still on extra naps than ‘normal’.
High sleep needs babies thrive on extra rest. They often get tired quickly, struggle with long wake windows and show big emotions when they haven’t had enough sleep. When their sleep needs aren’t met, nights can become unsettled and naps can fall apart fast.
Signs your baby may have higher sleep needs:
✨ Short wake windows compared to others their age
✨ Longer naps when given the chance
✨ Night wakings or early mornings when daytime sleep is off
✨ Does best with earlier bedtimes
What truly helps:
🌙 Protecting naps and avoiding “pushing through” tiredness
🌙 Shorter wake windows, even if they seem early
🌙 An age-appropriate (sometimes earlier) bedtime
🌙 Consistency — high sleep needs babies rely heavily on rhythm
🌙 Letting go of comparison with other babies
These babies’ nervous systems simply need more downtime to regulate and grow. When sleep is aligned with their biology, they’re often calmer, happier and sleep more soundly both day and night.
If you feel like your baby is always tired and nothing seems to work, personalised support can make all the difference.
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