Toddler Sleep Schedule Planner

Plan and adjust your toddler's sleep schedule based on age and wake time. This offline tool helps you understand typical sleep needs, nap transitions, and build consistent routines to discuss with your pediatrician.

Educational only, not medical advice.

Schedule Inputs

Child's Age

months

Typically 12 to 60 months (1–5 years).

Desired Morning Wake Time

When you want your child to wake up consistently.

Nap Pattern (based on age)

Two naps (12–18 months)

One nap (18–36 months)

No nap (36+ months, optional quiet time)

Time Rounding

Suggested Schedule

Fill inputs and click "Calculate Schedule".

Interpretation & Typical Ranges

• Total sleep includes night + naps. Typical: 11–14 hours for 1–3 years, 10–13 hours for 3–5 years.
• Consistency is key for circadian rhythm. Try to keep bedtime within a 30-minute window.
• Nap transitions are gradual. Signs of readiness: fighting naps, taking long to fall asleep at night.

Understanding Toddler Sleep Needs

Sleep schedules are not one-size-fits-all, but structured routines help regulate a child's internal clock, improving mood, learning, and family harmony. This planner uses age‑based sleep needs and typical awake windows to suggest a framework you can adjust.

How to Use This Planner

Enter your child's age in months (12–60).
Set your target morning wake time—this anchors the schedule.
Select the nap pattern that matches your child's current stage (the tool will also suggest based on age).
Review the calculated bedtimes, nap times, and total sleep.
Use the “Adjust Bedtime” slider below to see how shifting bedtime affects the schedule.

Example Schedules

Age	Wake	Nap 1	Nap 2	Bedtime	Total Sleep
18 months	7:00 AM	10:00 AM (1.5h)	2:30 PM (1.5h)	7:30 PM	13.5 hours
30 months	6:30 AM	12:30 PM (2h)	—	8:00 PM	12.5 hours

Common Pitfalls Checklist

× Inconsistent bedtime on weekends
× Overly long awake windows leading to overtiredness
× Letting naps run too late, pushing bedtime later
✓ Dark, cool, quiet sleep environment
✓ Wind‑down routine 30–60 minutes before bed

Adjust Bedtime & See Effects

Slide to see how a later or earlier bedtime changes nap timing and total sleep.

Earlier Bedtime (-1.5h) 7:30 PM Later Bedtime (+1.5h)

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are these sleep recommendations?

They are based on typical developmental ranges and average sleep needs. Individual children may need slightly more or less sleep. Use this as a starting point and adjust based on your child's cues.

What if my child doesn't match the nap pattern for their age?

Nap transitions happen on a spectrum. Follow your child's signs (e.g., fighting naps, taking long to fall asleep at night). It's okay to use the pattern that currently works, then gradually shift.

When should I seek professional sleep advice?

If your child consistently has extreme difficulty falling/staying asleep, snores loudly, has pauses in breathing, or if sleep issues severely impact daytime behavior or growth, discuss with a pediatrician or sleep specialist.

Formulas & Assumptions

• Total Sleep Need (hours): 14 – (Age in years × 0.5), clamped between 10 and 14 hours.
• Night Sleep: Total Sleep – Nap Hours.
• Awake Windows: 3–4 hours for 1 nap, 2.5–3.5 hours for 2 naps, based on age.
• Nap Duration: 1.5–2.5 hours for one nap; two naps: 1–1.5 hours each.
• Schedule Calculation: Back‑calculate from wake time using awake windows and nap durations.
• Rounding: Times rounded to the nearest increment selected (5, 10, or 15 minutes).

For informational and educational purposes only. Estimates depend on your inputs and simplifying assumptions. This tool is not medical advice and does not diagnose or treat any condition. If you have symptoms, abnormal readings, or urgent concerns, contact a qualified healthcare professional.

References & Concepts: Typical wellness metric ranges and public health guidance concepts; Common unit conversions and measurement best practices; General nutrition and hydration guidance concepts.

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