The amount of sleep each needs will depend greatly on their age:   • Newborn 0 – 3 months of age is recommended to get 14 to 17 hours of sleep per day. • Infant 4 – 12 months of age is recommended to get 12 to 16 hours of sleep per day. • Toddlers 1 – 2 years of age are recommended to get 11 to 14 hours of sleep per day. • Preschool 3 – 5 years of age are recommended to get 10 to 13 hours of sleep per day. • School-aged 6 – 12 years of age is recommended to get 9 – 12 hours of sleep per day. • Teen 13 to 18 years of age is recommended to get 8 – 10 hours of sleep per day. • Adults 18 – 60 years of age are recommended to get 7 or more hours of sleep per day. • Adults 61 – 64 years of age are recommended to get 7 – 9 hours of sleep per day. • Adults 65 years and older are recommended to get 7 – 8 hours of sleep per day.   The amount of sleep each individual receives each day is quite important, as sleep contributes to your overall health and well-being. Good quality sleep is essential to a much healthier life.   If you are not getting good quality sleep, there are signs that you may begin to notice such as not feeling well-rested after sleeping, repeatedly waking up during the night (this happens a lot with new parents or parents that are potty training), and experiencing symptoms of sleep disorders. Improving your quality of sleep can help, but if you are noticing these signs, it is best to speak to a physician in case a diagnosis is needed.