A big move, or how to move a child from cot to the bed

It is very convenient for both parties - parents feel safer with their child with them and getting up frequently is less inconvenient if you do not have to go to another room. The baby, in turn, feels the presence of its mother, which allows it to sleep more peacefully. However, sooner or later a moment comes when the child stops being a toddler and you must change the baby cot into an "adult" bed. Usually, it happens between the ages of two and three, when the child is independent enough to discuss the matter of moving with him, and there is a relatively small chance that he will wake up many times during the night. Nevertheless, it is a difficult and stressful moment for both parties, so we will tell you how to do it so that everything goes smoothly and without any problems.

Choosing the right moment

When moving to a new, large bed, it is good to choose a moment when there are no major changes and revolutions in the child's life that could cause anxiety or discomfort. The beginning of kindergarten, a move or the birth of a younger sibling is not a good time to move to a new bed. Even if it is not visible during the day that the baby is experiencing difficult emotions related to changes, it may manifest itself at night, and then it will need the closeness of the mother more than ever.

Changing a baby cot into a bed for an older person usually involves changing the room. Introduce your child to the advantages of having your room and ensure that she will always be able to come to you at night. Also, let him choose the colour of the walls and accessories so that he feels that this is just his kingdom. If your child's aesthetics differ significantly from your taste, do not be afraid to negotiate, but do it in such a way that the toddler feels that he has a decisive say in the decor of his home. The more attractive and interesting it is for him, the more willingly he will move to it and the moving to a larger bed will be smoother and painless.

Choosing the right bed

The best option is to select this item together with your child. Let him choose the bed he dreams of and which he will like. Make the move fun! The most convenient option is to find the right bed in the online store - they usually have the most extensive offer, thanks to which you will find the perfect model without leaving your home. You will have to wait about 2-3 days for the delivery and assembly of the furniture, but in this case, time is in your favour! Take these few days to introduce an atmosphere of joyful waiting and make big plans with your child, how wonderful it will be when he finally has his dream and awaited bed. It is a bit like waiting for Santa Claus, but trust us, making a difficult task fun, can really work wonders!

Or maybe a bunk or mezzanine bed?

With beds at heights, the biggest problem is the parents themselves. They are afraid that the child is too small, that it will fall off the night or roll over the railing while sleeping. Meanwhile, even 3-year-old children will perfectly cope with such a bed model. After all, they climb ladders in the playground as if they were made for it, so why not be able to handle the ladder of a bunk bed? The barriers to prevent falling asleep are high enough to effectively prevent even the most fidgeting toddler. In this case, it is also important to choose a mattress of the appropriate height so that the barrier can fulfil its function. In shops with beds, you can also buy compatible mattresses, the height of which is matched to the height of the railing. Of course, if your child has a habit of wandering around the apartment at night looking for a toilet, a drink, or your bed, you can put off buying a bunk. However, the experience of many parents shows that fear does have big eyes, and that children deal with such models much better than we might think.

WNM Group