How Much Sleep Do Toddlers Need?
The CDC recommends toddlers get 11–14 hours of sleep per night. Use the calculator below to check your cycles.
CDC recommendation for toddlers
11–14 hours
per night
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CDC recommends Toddlers get:
11–14 hours
per night
Sleep by complete cycles:
4.5h
3 cycles
⚠ 6.5h short
6h
4 cycles
⚠ 5h short
7.5h
5 cycles
⚠ 3.5h short
9h
6 cycles
⚠ 2h short
Source: CDC Sleep Recommendations 2023.
Frequently asked questions
How much sleep do toddlers need?▾
The CDC recommends toddlers get 11–14 hours per night. Getting less than 11 hours consistently is linked to impaired cognition, weakened immunity, and increased disease risk.
What happens if a toddler doesn't get enough sleep?▾
Chronic sleep deprivation impairs memory, reduces immune function, and increases risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and mood disorders.
How many sleep cycles do I need to hit the recommendation?▾
To reach 11 hours, you need approximately 8 complete 90-minute sleep cycles. For the full 14 hours, aim for 10 cycles.