Tagesablauf-Planer fürs Baby (nach Alter)

What is the E-A-S-Y routine?

E-A-S-Y stands for Eat, Activity, Sleep, You time: feed when your baby wakes, play, then nap, while you get a short break. It comes from a popular parenting book. It's a convention, not a medical guideline. Some babies fit it well, but many young babies feed more often or feed to sleep, and that's fine.

How strict should I be with the schedule?

Not strict. Treat the routine as a framework and follow your baby's hunger and tired cues first. The AAP advises feeding babies whenever they seem hungry rather than on a strict schedule.

Are wake windows evidence-based?

Not really. Wake windows are a practical rule of thumb for how long a baby can comfortably stay awake between sleeps. You won't find them in NHS or AAP guidance. Use them alongside tired signs such as yawning, eye rubbing, staring and fussiness.

What if naps are short or skipped?

Many families bring bedtime a little earlier on short-nap days. The tool's bedtime window gives you a range to move within. Look at the pattern over several days rather than one.

Does feeding type change the schedule?

In this tool it only changes the estimated feed length (about 25 minutes breast, 22 mixed, 18 formula for young babies). Feeds per day stay the same. In real life, breastfed newborns often feed about every 2 hours, around 10–12 times in 24 hours (AAP).

When does a routine become more predictable?

It varies. The NHS says that as babies grow they need fewer night feeds and may sleep for longer, and many families find the day settles into a clearer pattern at the same time. In the early weeks, expect frequent changes.

Do toddlers still need a routine?

A regular rhythm helps. The AAP suggests keeping the same wake-up, meal, nap and play times so children feel secure. Toddlers aged 1–2 need 11–14 hours of sleep in 24 hours, including naps.