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Babies who are 2 or 3 months old are taking anywhere between 4 to 6 (or more!) naps a day. In this case, we would use wake windows to guide their daily routines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609977c24ba95f6026bd9886/1625938678925-Y89W9YQF3T33NGSJ0156/nap+chart.png Blog - Wake Windows and Schedules How do I set a schedule for my baby, toddler or preschooler? Use this chart as a guide! All children are different, but this is typically what we see for sleep needs. I recommend using your child’s appropriate wake window to create a set schedule for them. You will take into consideration how many daily hours of sleep they should be getting as well as how many naps a day they will need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609977c24ba95f6026bd9886/1626026731369-1TRUOGX1PY9OHTWAXHEP/Wake+Window+vs.+Schedule+%281%29.png Blog - Wake Windows and Schedules As a former teacher, I know that children thrive on a routine and a schedule. 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