Contents
• The importance of sleep
• How long should the baby sleep?
• How do I know if my baby does not sleep enough?
The importance of sleep
Sleep is a vital and necessary role in maintaining the balance of our body and mind. During sleep recovers the energy used during daily activity and regulates hormone secretion and production of protective substances such as antibodies. In infants, sleep contributes to the maturation of the nervous system and regulates the smooth growth of different organs.
How much should the baby sleep?
Sleep is a very particular and individual. Babies are sleepy and not so much. But finally all asleep. Sleep is a function that moves in cycles, alternating with periods of wakefulness. As the baby grows, the length of cycles is increased at night and naps will be fewer hours, but the total hours of sleep will be reduced.
Then we show you a chart that tells you how long your baby should sleep according to their age. Age Sleep Distribution
Nightlife naps
1 month 16 8 8
6 months 15 11 4
12 months 14 11-12 2-3
24 months 13 11 2
Please note that babies need to sleep these hours of sleep during the day and not less, but means that if the baby does not have any abnormality, but there may be some problem related to a disease or emotional disorder.
How do I know if my baby does not sleep enough?
The baby is missing sleep can have the following characteristics:
• sleep on trips.
• You must wake in the morning, it does not already own.
• At night is overexcited, cranky and upset.
• sleep before the usual time.
If your baby has any of these behaviors should replantearte the situation as it is not getting enough sleep. In these cases you need to know what may be the factors that alter their dreams and, if necessary, consult the pediatrician.
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