Jan 31, 2023 · Here are some tips to help your baby make the switch to one nap a day. Gradually extend her awake time in the morning. Your baby should be awake for at least four or five hours before she goes down for her afternoon nap. Move lunch and …

Jan 30, 2025 · Toddler sleep help: The 2-1 nap transition usually happens between 14 and 18 months old. Here are some strategies for how to change to a new nap and sleep schedule without losing sleep.

Jul 9, 2024 · Here are steps to help you transition to one nap: Focus on active awake time in the morning. The trickiest part about transitioning from 2 naps to 1 is that the wake window in the morning needs to be much longer than it was before. Stretch that morning wake window by adding engaging activities. Continue with a nap time routine.

While most babies drop the second nap between 12 months and 24 months, not all children follow that timeline. It’s possible that some babies are ready to transition to one nap sooner. The key is to let your little one take the lead—and for you to adjust sleep …

Dec 16, 2024 · Wondering when your baby will drop their second nap? This article explores the transition from two naps to one, highlighting key signs of readiness and offering practical tips for parents. Discover the importance of observing your child's behavior, adjusting schedules gradually, and building a calming routine to ease the shift.

Mar 25, 2024 · When your kid suddenly won't go down without a fight, it may be time to switch their daily snooze routine. Here's everything parents need to know about the "two to one" nap transition.

Jan 23, 2024 · Once you transition to one nap, the nap should be 2-3 hours long. If the nap is shorter than two hours, move bedtime earlier but no earlier than 6:00 or 6:30 PM to guard against early waking. Offer two naps once or twice a week.

Mar 25, 2024 · Move first nap later by 30 minutes (i.e. Nap 1: 10:00am 10:30am) Move second nap later by 30 minutes and offer it (i.e. Nap 2: 3:00pm 3:30pm) Offer second nap only for 15-20 minutes If your child is protesting and you reach about the 20-minute mark, it’s okay to call off the second nap — but be sure to do step 4.

May 15, 2017 · You’ll want to wait until your child is around the 13th month of age or older, AND 100% skips their second nap for two straight weeks. Even if your child is 16 months old and occasionally skips their second nap, or even does so frequently, they are not ready to …

Dec 31, 2024 · This post will help you learn more about the 12 month sleep regression and the transition to one nap. As your baby approaches their first birthday, most parents are beginning to wonder when it’s time to transition to one nap. Why is my 12-month-old skipping naps? How will you know when it’s time to transition to one nap?