Sleep schedule
11 Months Old Sleep Schedule
Wake windows, nap times, and a realistic daily routine.
Quick reference
24-hour visual timeline
Sample 11 months old schedule
- 7:00 AM Wake + milk
- 7:30 AM Breakfast
- 10:00 AM Nap 1
- 11:15 AM Wake + milk
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- 2:30 PM Nap 2
- 3:45 PM Wake + snack
- 5:30 PM Dinner
- 6:30 PM Bath + routine
- 7:15 PM Bedtime feed + sleep
These are realistic anchor times — not rules. Use your baby's sleepy cues and adjust.
What's developmentally happening at 11 months
Eleven months is the home stretch before the first birthday. Many babies are walking or about to. Language is expanding — first words may appear, and receptive language is well ahead of expressive language.
The 'false' 1-nap transition is common this month. Babies refuse naps for 3-7 days and parents assume they're ready to drop to one. In most cases, hold the 2-nap schedule — true readiness for one nap doesn't usually arrive until 14-16 months.
Common sleep challenges at this age
- Nap refusalShorten morning nap to 45-60 minutes, move afternoon nap slightly later. Usually resolves in 7-10 days.
- Walking in cribLet it happen. Most babies settle once the novelty wears off.
- Early morningsCheck room darkness, nap timing, and make sure bedtime isn't too late.
Recent and upcoming transitions
What just changed
Walking practice; first words appearing.
What's coming next
12-month regression; 2-to-1 nap around 14-16 months.
When to talk to your pediatrician
Reach out if any of the following apply at 11 months:
- Not pulling to stand
- No gestures
- Loss of babbling
- Not responding to name
Trust your instincts. If something feels off with your baby's sleep, breathing, feeding, or development, call your pediatrician. This page is not a substitute for medical care.
Common questions about 11 months sleep
How long should an 11 month old nap?
Two naps of 1-1.5 hours. Morning nap may be slightly shorter as you approach the transition.
What time should an 11 month old go to bed?
Bedtime 6:45-7:30pm. Too-long bedtimes often cause the 5am wakeup.
How many naps does an 11 month old need?
Still two. The urge to drop to one this month is usually a false alarm.
Why is my 11 month old fighting naps?
A temporary 7-10 day phase is extremely common around 11 months. Hold the 2-nap structure if possible.
Can I sleep train an 11 month old?
Yes. Methods work well at this age; choose one that matches your family's values.