Are you counting down the days until your child finally sleeps through the night? You're not the only one. For exhausted parents, this question often feels like the holy grail of early childhood. But the truth is, every child develops sleep habits at their own pace—and what’s considered “sleeping through the night” can vary with age, temperament, and sleep environment. In this article, we’ll break down the stages of sleep development by age, what you can realistically expect, and how you can support your child in reaching longer, more restful nights of sleep. 1. Understand Normal Sleep Patterns by Age It’s easy to become frustrated when your child isn’t sleeping through the night—but sometimes, they’re doing exactly what’s normal for their stage. Newborns (0–3 months):Frequent wakings every 2–3 hours are completely normal. Newborns need regular feeds, and their circadian rhythm isn’t...