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Sleep Schedules for Newborns Are Not Routine

Last Updated: September 26, 2008

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Parenting Tips for Your 2 Month Old Baby


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At this age, babies’ sleep patterns vary a lot. Your baby may sleep anywhere from two to 10 hours at a time. He may take a few naps during the day and may even sleep for as long as seven to 10 hours at night.

Some 2-month-old babies may wake up every four hours or less to be fed — day and night. What is important is to learn your baby’s sleep pattern and understand what is normal for him.


Learn more about Your 2 Month Old Baby from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.


Note to Parents: When reading this newsletter, remember: Every baby is different. Children may do things earlier or later than described here. This newsletter gives equal space and time to both sexes. If he or she is used, we are talking about all babies.
References: These materials were adapted by authors from Extension Just in Time Parenting Newsletters in California, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Tennessee, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.

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