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My 4 month old sleeps through the night for s out 11hrs then takes a 3-4 hour nap during the day. is this too much?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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No: No his sleep schedule is just fine. Get your rest while he is napping.

Answered 5/23/2013

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