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The Kids Beds Guide
It feels like only yesterday you were putting a crib together in anticipation of bringing home a bundle of joy. Every time you blink, it seems like your child has grown another inch. Given the importance of sleep in early child development, it’s essential to find the right bed to create a comfortable and restful space for your little one. You may be asking yourself questions such as, “When is it time to upgrade my child’s bed?” or, “How do I know what size bed to buy?” Rest easy knowing we have all the answers in the guide below.
When Is It Time To Convert To A "Big Kid" Bed?
If you’ve recently experienced watching your little one climb over the bars of the crib, this is a tell-tale sign you’re in the market for a new toddler bed. This changeover usually happens between 18 – 24 months old or when your child reaches three feet tall.
Toddler Beds
Standard-sized toddler beds are up to 50 inches in length and often use the same mattress as the crib. The mattress must fit the frame of the bed correctly. There should be no more than a two-finger gap between the bed and frame. Toddler beds are low to the ground to ensure your little one can easily climb in and out. You may choose a bed style with partial guardrails for added peace of mind.
Some parents choose to switch their child over to twin size or full-size bed immediately from the crib to minimize the number of transitions over time, but this is a personal preference. Because they are shorter than twin or full-size beds, toddler beds work well when space is limited.
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F.A.Q.
What are the different kinds of kids’ beds?
Kids’ beds come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Of course, there are simple beds with four posts, a headboard, and a mattress. For many kids, that’s all you need. However, if you're looking for extra storage or want to sleep multiple kids in one room, there are plenty of options.
Some beds have a built-in bookcase or under-bed drawers — or both — for additional storage. This can be great for keeping track of stuffed animals or storing clothes in a small room. Loft beds can also add storage or save space by leaving room for a desk, shelves, or a dresser underneath.
Kids’ bunk beds are a fantastic option if you need to sleep multiple children in one room. This leaves more floor space for desks, toys, or just moving around the room. There are even triple bunks and corner quadruple bunks that sleep three or four children. Just make sure the ceiling is high enough before you buy.
Trundle beds, with a second mattress that pulls out from underneath offer convenient extra space for sleepovers.
What size bed does my child need?
However, kids’ bed sizes typically correlate to the child's size. For smaller children, toddler beds are the size of a standard crib mattress, so you can easily transition from a crib or bassinet to a regular bed. Some cribs even convert to a toddler bed. A twin bed, on the other hand, is about the same length as a queen or king but narrower, generally only 38 inches wide.
For some children, transitioning to a toddler bed first makes the change easier, while others are ready for a twin as soon as they outgrow their crib. Twin-size beds are also good because you don’t have to buy another bed as soon. Small children outgrow toddler beds quickly, meaning you’ll have to invest in another bed within a year or two, while a twin bed can last well into their teens.