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Around this age, your toddler would be big enough to outgrow the crib. This is an indication that it is time for a toddler bed. However, the transition from a crib to a toddler bed may not be very easy and smooth for the toddler.
Here are some useful tips to ensure your toddler has a smooth transition from a crib to a bed:
- Ensure that the bed is very comfortable and inviting.
- Let the toddler decide on the most suitable bed.
- Keep things that attract the toddler and toddler likes near the bed.
- Accustom your toddler to the new bed by keeping it in front of the toddler for some time prior to actually using it.
- Impress upon the toddler that moving out of the crib is the most wonderful thing to look forward to.
- Ensure that all the things your toddler enjoys doing, are done in the toddler bed itself.
- Place the toddler bed in the same position in your house as the crib was.
- Show your appreciation and excitement of the new toddler bed.
Some Don’ts
- If your toddler is just not ready to move to a bed, do not force a transition; forcing your toddler to move out of a crib may result in toddler developing hatred for a bed altogether.
- Do not make the prospect of moving to a toddler bed a boring or mechanical affair for the toddler. Instead, try to instill excitement in the toddler about the prospect of moving out of the crib.
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