For example: "This was your cousin't bed, and now it's yours! You're almost as big as him now! Another tactic, although it requires a little more work, is to throw a "big-kid bed" party. Choose a date to unveil the new bed, and talk up the event a week in advance. On the big day, have a party and invite friends and grandparents.
Another strategy is the use of specific "toddler beds. Many come with built-in guardrails, and some are made in very appealing themes and shapes, such as cars, trains and pink four-poster beds.
If you find that you've made the switch too soon and your toddler is upset, don't give up right away. Encourage your child to try out the bed. If he's still distraught after a few days, bring the crib back. Some toddlers simply aren't ready for a bed. It takes a certain amount of cognitive development for your child to understand that a bed has imaginary boundaries that he must stay within. If your great sleeper all of a sudden takes a long time to fall asleep at night, gets out of bed many times, or wanders around the house, he's probably not ready for his own bed.
As with potty-training, sometimes it's worth taking a step back and bringing back the diapers — or in this case, the crib — and trying again later. Just be sure you don't present the reappearance of the crib as a step backward in development or a punishment.
Finally, remember that the switch from a crib to a bed is a milestone in your life, too. It's one more sign that your baby is growing up. Reflect on when you first set up the crib for your little one, and then go have a private celebration of your own. Deborah Lin-Dyken, M.
Featured video. When can my child sleep with a pillow? Creating a bedtime routine can help your toddler wind down and learn they are expected to stay in bed. Here's some advice on bedtime routines. You can also try Twinkle Interruptus , my favorite toddler bedtime "trick" based on patience-stretching. Good luck! Have questions about a Happiest Baby product? Our consultants would be happy to help!
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You can also encourage your toddler to choose which special stuffed animals will get to sleep with them in the new bed. If your toddler responds positively to rewards, try using stickers and verbal encouragement to help them transition to a bed. Give them a sticker for each night they go to sleep in their new bed. If they get out of bed during the night, give them positive reinforcement when they go back to their bedroom.
Once your toddler transitions to a bed, you can not rely on a crib to keep them in place anymore. With a bed, your toddler can climb out and explore around the house. You will want to ensure everything is childproofed, both in their bedroom and anywhere else in the house they may access, with these measures:. Once your toddler has more freedom, they may take advantage of it. It helps to be patient and stay consistent with bedtime rules.
Before bed, remind your child that now is the time to use the bathroom one last time or squeeze in one more hug. Even with these reminders, you will likely be greeted by your child coming into your bedroom after bedtime at least a few times. When they come in, it is best to stay calm and return them back to their bedroom without fanfare. The more boring sneaking out of bed is, the more likely they are to stop doing it. You can also rely on consistent sleep strategies to help your child sleep.
It may take anywhere from a few weeks to two months for them to settle into their new bed, but they will adjust with time. Pay attention to how your child feels during the transition from crib to toddler bed. It is normal for them to express some resistance along the way, or come into your room every now and then. But, if your child is having significant trouble sleeping or throwing tantrums each night, they may not be ready to transition to a bed.
It is okay to bring back the crib, and try the transition again in another month or two. Do not feel like you have to rush to transition your child to a toddler bed. Making the switch anytime between 18 months to 3 years is considered normal. Wait for the time that feels right for your child and your family. Danielle writes in-depth articles about sleep solutions and holds a psychology degree from the University of British Columbia.
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