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    New Parents Lose 1,000 Hours of Sleep

    Studies have shown that new parents lose about 1,000 hours of sleep in their baby's first year (mostly in the first 6 months). It takes up to 6 years to recover.

    Last updated: Tuesday 10th March 2026

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    Studies have shown that new parents lose about 1,000 hours of sleep in their baby's first year (mostly in the first 6 months). It takes up to 6 years to recover.