With so many struggling to get their child to sleep and many others unsure as to how many hours their little ones need, we have you covered. Whether you want some peace at night or are just curious about how many hours are needed, here is everything you need to know. How many hours of sleep does my child need each night? The amount of sleep needed by babies and children differs as they age (Getty) (Image: Getty) According to the Sleep Foundation , babies and children require differing hours of sleep each day.
It states that "children’s sleep needs change significantly as they get older," adding that those concerned should speak to a paediatrician. Here is how much sleep babies and children should be getting over a 24-hour cycle: Infant (4-12 months): 12-16 hours (including naps) Toddler (1-2 years): 11-14 hours (including naps) Nursery-aged (3-5 years): 10-13 hours (including naps) School-aged (6-12 years): 9-12 hours How to ensure your child is getting enough sleep With so many parents struggling to get their children to sleep, body clock expert and Circada founder Sam Lewtas has revealed some top tips. He states that the circadian rhythm or 'body clock' influences a lot about our lives such as "when we feel hungry, when we are alert, and how often and when we sleep".
He adds that our children's sleep can be thrown off by simple things like going to bed at different times each night or being exposed to too much artificial lighting. He says: “The school holidays are bound.
