Age-by-Age Sleep Schedules & Routines (0–3 Years)

If you've ever wondered whether your baby is sleeping too much, too little, or at the wrong times—you're not alone. Every parent I work with asks the same thing: "What should my baby's day actually look like?" The truth is, there's no one-size-fits-all schedule, but there are age-appropriate frameworks that work with your child's natural sleep rhythms, not against them. This guide gives you exactly that: clear, realistic daily routines for every stage from birth to three years. You'll see sample schedules broken down by age, complete with wake windows, nap times, feeding rhythms, and bedtime routines that actually fit into real life. No rigid rules or impossible standards—just flexible templates you can adapt to your family. Inside, you'll find the schedules I share with my private clients: what worked for my own son at each stage, what I recommend in consultations, and how to navigate the tricky transitions—dropping naps, extending wake windows, shifting bedtimes—without derailing your progress. You'll also learn how to spot the signs that your baby is ready to move to the next stage, and what to do when things don't go to plan. I'm Rosey Davidson, a global paediatric sleep consultant based in London. I've spent over 13 years supporting families through sleepless nights and confusing transitions, and I've been there myself as a mum. This guide distills years of training and real-world experience into a simple, practical resource you can return to again and again as your little one grows.