Sleep is essential to a child’s health and growth. Children who get enough sleep function better and are less likely to be moody and misbehave. Each child is different and has different sleep needs. Plenty of exercise will help your child sleep well. American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following hours of sleep that includes naps:
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Age
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Hours of Sleep
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0 – 2 months
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10.5 – 18
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2 -12 months
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14 – 15
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1 – 3 years
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12 – 14
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3 – 5 years
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11 – 13
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5 – 12 years
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10 – 11
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