Why Do Babies Need More Sleep Than Adults? – Happiest Baby

Why do babies need more sleep than adults? Dr. Harvey Karp explains the main differences found in sleep cycles, REM sleep and more.
It’s time for a little lesson on how kid sleep differs from adult sleep. How is this relevant to your life? Understanding the science of sleep can better prepare you as a parent to get your little one sleeping better through the night. Of course, kids and adults have lots of sleep similarities. For instance, we both: Yawn when we’re tired. Have accidents when we’re exhausted. Prefer sleeping at night (okay…this one may take a little time to happen). Love our own personal sleep cues (from swaddling, white noise, and teddy bears to favorite pillows and cozy flannel sheets).

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