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8 Month Old Sleep Schedule

At 8 months, babies typically need 12–14h of total sleep, including 10–11h at night and 2–3.5h of daytime naps (2 naps). Two-nap schedule: morning + afternoon.

Updated August 6, 2026

Sleep Guidelines

Typical sleep ranges for 8 months old babies

AgeNight SleepNap DurationTotal SleepNapsTransition
8 months10–11h2–3.5h12–14h2Two-nap schedule: morning + afternoon

Target Wake Windows

Planning targets for this age range

Age RangeScheduleBefore Nap 1Before Nap 2Before Bedtime
7-10 months2 naps2.5-3h3h3-3.5h
7-10 months · 2 napsMorning nap + afternoon nap. Bedtime window is usually the longest. Bedtime may shift earlier if naps are short. Goal daytime sleep: 2.5-3.5 hours.
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Sample schedule (8 months)

Sample day assuming awake-up

2 naps schedule

7-10 months

  1. Wake up

  2. 2h 45m awake

  3. Nap One: 1h 15m

  4. 3h awake

  5. Nap Two: 1h 30m

  6. 3h 15m awake

  7. Bedtime

Based on 7-10 months wake windows (2 naps). Wake times use each range's midpoint, rounded to 15 minutes. Nap lengths are planning averages for 8 months. Adjust to your baby's cues.

Transitions to Watch For

Sleep pattern shifts common around this age

~6–8 months

3→2 Naps

The transition from 3 naps to a 2-nap schedule (morning + afternoon) is common during this window. Source: Sleep Foundation.

Sleep Disruption Troubleshooting

Common sleep challenges at this age

Teething Pain

When: Can begin around 4–6 months and continue through 24 months as teeth erupt.

Signs: Increased drooling, gum rubbing, irritability, refusal to feed, disrupted night sleep.

What helps: Offer a clean, chilled teething ring. Gently massage gums with a clean finger. Maintain consistent bedtime routines. If pain is severe, consult your pediatrician about appropriate pain relief.

Sleep Regressions

Common windows: ~4 months, 6 months, 8 months, 12 months, and 18 months.

What happens: Temporary disruptions as babies hit developmental milestones or sleep cycles reorganize. Previously good sleepers may wake frequently.

Duration: Usually 2–6 weeks. Maintain consistent routines and avoid creating new sleep associations (like feeding to sleep) during this phase. This is temporary. Sleep typically returns.

Night Feed Changes

Newborns (0–3m): Feed every 2–3 hours around the clock. Night feeds are essential.

3–6 months: Fewer night feeds needed. Some babies sleep 8+ hours. Source: NHS.

6+ months: Many babies can sleep 6–8 hours without feeding. Solids complement milk. If night feeds were sleep associations, gradual weaning may improve sleep, but consult your pediatrician first.

Separation Anxiety

Peak windows: Around 8–10 months and again at ~18 months.

Signs: Crying when you leave the room, bedtime resistance, waking and needing your presence to resettle.

What helps: A consistent, calming bedtime routine signals safety. Object permanence development is healthy. Brief check-ins with soothing words can help. Avoid prolonging nighttime interactions. Source: AAP.

Developmental Milestones

Common milestones: Rolling (~4–6m), sitting (~6m), crawling (~7–9m), pulling to stand (~9–11m), walking (~12–15m).

Impact: Babies may practice new skills at night, leading to disrupted sleep. Some may seem to "forget" how to sleep for 1–2 weeks.

What helps: Provide plenty of practice time during the day. Maintain routines. If baby gets stuck in a new position, gently help them resettle without fully picking them up.

Medical Disclaimer: This tool provides general reference information compiled from pediatric sleep guidelines (AAP, Sleep Foundation, NHS). Every baby develops differently. These are typical ranges, not prescriptive targets. Always consult your pediatrician for questions about your baby's feeding, growth, health, or sleep concerns. Follow safe sleep guidelines: place babies on their back on a firm, flat surface with no loose bedding.

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