what age is too old to take naps?

Question

My mother had 3 kids and she made sure whether we were bad or not that we had an hr everyday until we were about 10yrs old, is this too old, what age do you think is appropriate?

Answer 1

My children stopped wanting to nap at around 4. But even after that, we set aside "quiet time." They dont have to take a nap, but they do have to spend an hour in their room, in their bed, doing something quiet, like reading a book or magazine. No games, just quiet time, to rest and let the mind wind down. It has worked wonders for the kids, as well as my sanity.

Answer 2

I dont think there is an age limit on napping. I still nap when my kids nap. LOL I do think 10 is old for an everyday nap. 4 or 5 is usually the age a child does not require a nap anymore. If the child sleeps well through the night and has a resonable bedtime they can usually go with out a nap.

Answer 3

What a smart lady! If I could get mine to lay down and shut up I'd be delighted. Some of mine quit taking daily naps at 2 or 3 years, but started napping again when the were in pre-school for 1/2 day. They usually nap when they are sick, too. Some of them sleep 8 hours a night and my 3 year old is an 11 hours a night kind of guy. I think I'll buy that one a pony! It varies from child to child, really. I think your mom is a genius.

Answer 4

There's no age too old to take naps. My five year old has a nap time at preschool (she just turned 5 in December). Often on the weekends we are so busy that both of us lay down for about an hour in the afternoon. I enjoy these naps, because we both feel refreshed afterwards. I haven't made her take a nap on the weekends since she was four, but more often than not she will take a nap on her own.

Answer 5

Naps are taken for any age and any reason. As long as the person thinks it's acceptable, it's just fine.

by the way
I never used to take naps, but instead love that nap time to think about life (in general really) when I was in kindergarten. It's a great time to reflect on everything so I highly recommend it for all ages.

Answer 6

Naps are natural everyone needs to recharge the batteries. There's nothing wrong with a little nap-time but when a kid is old enough to brush their own teeth and wipe their own butts they should know when they need to get some shut-eye. Just let them make their own call in that area. Give them the option but don't force them. Also if your little one has had a rough day then you might suggest it after a comforting snack or something
let them rest their little minds and relieve their stress.

Answer 7

My son was in daycare until he was 4 1/2 and he loved his nap time....but we had a month b4 he started jr.kindergadren. Even if they don't nap they and U need time throughout the day for downtime. U'r NEVER to old to take time to read a book!

Answer 8

I would say after Kindergarten. Kids still have a nap or rest time at that age, so I would think after that it would not be a mandatory thing at home. But plenty of older kids take naps on their own if they need to.

Answer 9

I'd say that when they start school around 4 or 5 is time to stop taking naps. Before that naps every day. lol.

Answer 10

Wow, age 10... this one's not quite a baby, but if he/she is tired, allow them to take a short nap ( as long as it's not too close to bedtime). Addiquiate sleep for a child your age is 9 hours. If you think after 9 hours he/ she needs a nap- let him/ her have it.

YOu know what's best for your child, go on your judgements!