Question 1

can a 12 month old todler oversleep? 14 hours at night 3 hours for a nap. is this ok/normal?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: Infants need lot of sleep upto 16 hrs, if this is new then contact pediatrician.

Question 2

is oversleeping actually bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Sleep disorders: Long sleep is associated with more health problems and may be partly due to sleep disorders.

Question 3

when is it considered "oversleeping"?

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Oversleeping: When you sleep more than the average time you need to feel refreshed and functional.

Question 4

what are the hazards of oversleeping ?

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Worse health: Most people need 7-8 hours of sleep (some need up to 9 and some may get by with 6). Spending more time in bed makes it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep, may make you more tired, and there is evidence that people who spend too much or too little time in bed are less healthy and have higher death rates. There are some disorders (such as idiopathic hypersomnia) that increase need for sleep.

Question 5

how to stop oversleeping on the weekends?

Accepted Answer

Over sleeping: Week end over sleeping is commonly related to sleep debt from preceding days or to circadian rhythm.

Question 6

what could cause persistant oversleeping?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: Most people need 7-8 hours in bed, with some needing 6-9 hours. Retired people may spend more time in bed, and then sleep worse and may be more tired. Idiopathic hypersomnia may increase need for sleep beyond 10 hours. Some people are naturally long sleepers.

Question 7

what are some of the effects of oversleeping?

Accepted Answer

Feeling badly: Oversleeping can make you feel lethargic, tired, fatigued with a headache. It can also make you crave high calorie foods.

Question 8

is it normal to a 8 month old infact oversleeping?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: The question is how long is your infant sleeping per 24 hours.  At 8 month the typical baby sleeps 13 to 14 hours per day.  How is the baby eating?  Is he responsive when he is awake.  If these are normal then not to worry.  Now if you mean the baby's  activity is decreased and he is not interactive when awake then he needs to be seen by a doctor urgently as this is a sign of a serious problem.

Question 9

why do i get such a massive headache when i  oversleep?

Accepted Answer

: Another problem besides grinding is a possible sinus problem as sinuses drain better when not laying down.

Question 10

is oversleeping bad for your emotional, physical or mental health?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Sleep is the nurse of all creatures.  During sleep we rejuvenate and regenerate our physiology.  However, oversleep is detrimental for emotional, physical and mental health.  Oversleep is often a symptom of depression.  Oversleep causes a heaviness in the mind-body and interferes with our vitality.

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