OHbaby! Forums : How much sleep do you need? https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:43:29 +0000 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:22:02 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=35717 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I love my sleep, I could quite...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151825&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151825 Author: WestiesGirl
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 11:22pm

I love my sleep, I could quite easily do 9 - 10 hours pre children. But with 8 hours Im good to go.

Now with Jackson I can function on 5 - 6 hours. Anything less than that, Im a zombie ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:22:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151825&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151825 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : caraMel wrote:I found with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151798&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151798 Author: HippyMama
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:12pm

Originally posted by caraMel caraMel wrote:

I found with having babies that 5 hours was the minimum I could function on and be relatively coherent and capable.
Can do 4, but not really up for more than the basics on that.
I prefer 7-8 but usually manage 6-7 (for now anyway!)


This is me too

We are all different, thus our bodies requirements for sleep are all different *and* normal (for the most part).]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 22:12:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151798&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151798 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : Before kids I needed 9 or I would...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151737&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151737 Author: FionaS
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 9:18pm

Before kids I needed 9 or I would feel drained the next day. I have not slept 9 hours in over 4 years since having kids. 5 hours is my norm now. I never feel good but I function pretty well and get everything done.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 21:18:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151737&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151737 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : Ideally I function best on about...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151694&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151694 Author: monkey33
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 8:49pm

Ideally I function best on about 7 or 8 hours sleep.

Obviously doesn't always work out that way! I find that same as others, if it is not every night or is short term I can survive on much less - anything less than 4 hours though and I am no good to anyone!

I'm not a good day sleeper and have only had one afternoon nap since the very early days when DS arrived, so what I get the night before is it!]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:49:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151694&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151694 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : Before having kids I needed 9...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151631&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151631 Author: AzzaNZ
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 7:55pm

Before having kids I needed 9 hours a night.

Right now I am functioning on 4.5 hours in three 1.5hr bursts but that because there's a new baby in the house. I wouldnt be able to sustain this long term. Looking forward to getting a 4 hour stretch all at once soon I hope!!]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:55:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151631&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151631 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : before I was pg I could function...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151605&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151605 Author: sbeach
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 7:39pm

before I was pg I could function on as little as 3 hours, but only for 1 day, being a shift work getting up at 330am, the first night before I couldnt get to sleep before midnight, but the next night I would be in bed by 7pm!!! used to need a min of 5 when working to make sense and not want to strangle idiot passengers....

now if i get less than 8 hours I NEED a nanna nap in the afternoon/morning/anytime!!! that means going to bed at 630pm when working the early shift...]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:39:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151605&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151605 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I normally get 8 hours. im ok...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151560&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151560 Author: _H_
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 7:04pm

I normally get 8 hours. im ok on less for one night but cant handle more then one night (ask DP im mean when i havent had enough sleep!) im going to be hopeless when i have a baby! ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:04:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151560&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151560 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I&#039;m at my best on 8 hours...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151523&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151523 Author: 4thtymlucky
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 6:26pm

I'm at my best on 8 hours sleep but I can "manage" on less if I need to..although I get more irritable if I don't eat the same if that makes sense..I can lose sleep and eat well or sleep well and eat less but I can't function if I lose both.. ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:26:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151523&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151523 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I go to bed between 10 & 11.30...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151285&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151285 Author: fattykat
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 2:03pm

I go to bed between 10 & 11.30 weeknights and am up for work at 6.
On the weekends I usally go to bed at the same time (latest would be 12.30) but get up around 7 or 8 (if DD lets me sleep that bit longer)

Before I had DD, anywhere between 1 & 3 was a weekend bedtime for me (that was without going out)

For me its just the fact that I'm a night person, even if I have a earlier than normal night I have to force myself out of bed......especially in winter when the bed is nice and cosy.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:03:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151285&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151285 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I can function on very little...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151259&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151259 Author: kellie
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 1:44pm

I can function on very little sleep, but I really need about 8 hours at least to feel normal.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:44:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151259&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151259 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : My needs seem to change regulalry...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151240&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151240 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 1:29pm

My needs seem to change regulalry with being pregnant I have very disturbed sleep patterns, so much so that a solid 4 hours feels wonderful. I like to be in bed before 11pm every night preferably around 10. Its been getting lighter in the mornings and I've been waking up around 6.30am which is 1/2 hour before my alarm is set for.

I've been experiencing wakefulness around 2-4am in the morning. I can see afternoon naps are going to be necessary once baby arrives.

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:29:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151240&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151240 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : i go to bed between 12-1 every...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151233&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151233 Author: monikah
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 1:23pm

i go to bed between 12-1 every night and get up at 7.30 (but wake in the middle to feed the baby) i reckon that is fine. i think its a necessity thing for me though. both kids are quite young and i have uni as well. more sleep and there wouldnt be enough hours. i also find since i really sit down and do nothing the tired doesnt have a chance to catch me til im about to go to bed. lol]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:23:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151233&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151233 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : 7-8 hours is about right for me,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151171&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151171 Author: Jacobsmumma
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 12:07pm

7-8 hours is about right for me, but can work with less.  This is broken sleep tho as I always wake to pee at least twice, if not more, during the night (I'm not preggers either, this is normal for me). 

I'm also a nana and fall asleep about 9.30'ish pm, but I am up at 5.15am for the gym. 

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:07:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151171&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151171 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I function and feel best if I&#039;ve...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151169&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151169 Author: kiwisj
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 12:04pm

I function and feel best if I've had at least 8 hours, preferably 9. Four in a row is my absolute minimum, anything less than that I get headaches, feel sick and feel like I can't move. Funny how you can get used to a lack of sleep with a new baby in the house though, I still remember my first stretch of 5 hours sleep when Callum was about 4.5 months old

I also find that regardless of how many hours I get, I feel a lot better if I get to bed before 10pm, rather than any later. ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:04:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151169&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151169 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : hmmm thats interesting, seems...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151151&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151151 Author: My3Sons
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 11:25am

hmmm thats interesting, seems like everyone is a wee bit different!  Funny enough I managed fine when getting unbroken sleep with babies in the house, nowdays though 9pm is a late night for me!  Im such a nana

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 11:25:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151151&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151151 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : DH needs about 9 hours a night....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151126&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151126 Author: tishy
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 11:01am

DH needs about 9 hours a night. If he doesn't get it then he's not right until he's had some catchup naps.

I'm ok with about 6-7 hours sleep a night.
]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 11:01:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151126&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151126 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I can function on 4 hours broken...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151125&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151125 Author: minik8e
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 11:01am

I can function on 4 hours broken sleep (I am today) but only for one night at a time. I generally need at least 6 to be fully coherent and functional and not bite everyone's head off in the process. I generally wake up after 7ish hours regardless, so I'm guessing that's my maximum.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 11:01:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151125&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151125 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I found with having babies that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151116&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151116 Author: caraMel
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:51am

I found with having babies that 5 hours was the minimum I could function on and be relatively coherent and capable.
Can do 4, but not really up for more than the basics on that.
I prefer 7-8 but usually manage 6-7 (for now anyway!)]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:51:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151116&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151116 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I need 5 hours in a row to function,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151114&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151114 Author: SpecialK
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:48am

I need 5 hours in a row to function, but that's the minimum. Generally 9 hours is what I need to feel great. Not looking forward to the broken sleep very soon ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:48:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151114&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151114 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I can function great on about...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151105&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151105 Author: High9
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:39am

I can function great on about 4 hours sleep and that's what I need min but anymore than about 7-8 and I feel crap - over tired. ]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:39:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151105&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151105 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : I&#039;m like you, need 9 hours. I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151095&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151095 Author: clover
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:27am

I'm like you, need 9 hours.

I get up at 5.45 each morning and am usually in bed by 9pm watching telling and drop off about 9.30ish (was a bit later before pg).

I just function much better on 9 or 10 hours than I do 7 or 8.]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:27:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151095&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151095 <![CDATA[How much sleep do you need? : Ok so I am one of those people...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151088&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151088 Author: My3Sons
Subject: 35717
Posted: 13 September 2010 at 10:19am

Ok so I am one of those people that LOVES my sleep, straight out as soon as my head hits the pillow and I snore away til the morning lol!!  My body seems to need at least 9 hours sleep, 10 would be better but that doesnt always happen.  I went to the Drs recently and he told me my body doesnt need any more than 8 hours a night and I am possibly getting too much sleep, didnt think that was possible but I'd be interested to hear how much sleep others are getting? 

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:19:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35717&PID=1151088&title=how-much-sleep-do-you-need#1151088