Transitioning from a Crib to a Big-Kid Bed

Use this step-by-step guide to make the transition to a big-kid bed easier!

By Erin Smith

Gordon Beall

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Is He Ready?

Between the ages of 18 months and 3 years, toddlers make the transition to their very first big-kid bed. It is best to keep your toddler in a crib as long as possible, but if he starts to climb over the rail, is potty-trained, or expresses a desire to move into a big-boy bed, it is time for the transition. Here is a step-by-step guide to make it easy on you and your toddler.

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Comments (2)

tina9131 wrote:

my son sleeps in bed with me he is 22 months he hates the crib do you think a transition will be easier for him to sleep in a toddler bed?

8/17/2010 11:12:52 PM Report Abuse

sfynx7d4 wrote:

I actually think you should actually switch to a big bed before your child climbs a crib rail. That way when they get in the big bed they are more inclined to stay in bed, rather than get up all the time.

5/24/2010 06:14:35 AM Report Abuse