Sleep schedule
24 Months Old (2 years) Sleep Schedule
Wake windows, nap times, and a realistic daily routine.
Quick reference
24-hour visual timeline
Sample 24 months old (2 years) schedule
- 7:00 AM Wake
- 7:30 AM Breakfast
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- 1:00 PM Nap
- 2:45 PM Wake + snack
- 5:30 PM Dinner
- 7:00 PM Bath + routine
- 7:45 PM Bedtime + sleep
These are realistic anchor times — not rules. Use your baby's sleepy cues and adjust.
What's developmentally happening at 24 months
A 2-year sleep regression is common but milder than earlier ones. It's driven by a burst of language, testing limits, and emotional development. Toddlers at 24 months may combine 2-3 word phrases and follow multi-step directions.
Nap loss is still 1-2 years away for most children. Don't drop the nap at the first skipped day. Rest time, even without sleep, supports the afternoon.
Common sleep challenges at this age
- 2-year regressionTypical 2-3 week burst of bedtime protest and night waking. Consistency gets you through.
- Climbing out of cribTime for a toddler bed if it's happening.
- Refusing nap outrightHold quiet time. Actual nap drop is uncommon this young.
Recent and upcoming transitions
What just changed
First birthday in the rearview; verbal explosion.
What's coming next
Crib-to-bed; potty training; nap drop (typically ages 3-5).
When to talk to your pediatrician
Reach out if any of the following apply at 24 months:
- Fewer than 50 words or no 2-word phrases
- Loss of skills
- No pretend play
- Severe, unresolving sleep disruption
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 24 months sleep
How long should a 2 year old nap?
1-2 hours midday.
What time should a 2 year old go to bed?
7:30-8:30pm.
How many naps does a 2 year old need?
One midday nap, which most kids keep until age 3-5.
Why is my 2 year old waking up at night?
The 2-year regression — language leaps, nightmares, testing. Usually 2-3 weeks.
Can I sleep train a 2 year old?
Yes, with toddler-focused approaches.