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Hours of Sleep chart by age showing newborn to senior sleep needs with medical timeline illustration

How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need by Age? [2026 Science-Backed Answer]

Most people get it wrong. Find out exactly how many hours of sleep you need by age — from newborns to seniors — based on 2026 AASM and NIH guidelines.

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Written & edited by: Sameer Patel — Founder & Editor Calculators built on published formulas Educational information — not a substitute for medical advice