Transitioning Twins From Crib To Toddler Bed

Knowing when to transition from toddler bed to twin bed isn t always clear.

Transitioning twins from crib to toddler bed.

Widome by getting your older child comfortably situated. We definitely won t be buying two cribs i told my husband when we were discussing the upcoming arrival of our twins. Check for a sticker from the juvenile products manufacturers association jpma on the bed and any portable rails you purchase. In fact it s best to wait until your toddler is at least two to transition to a toddler bed or a twin but the closer your child is to three the better.

Just like with other major baby or toddler milestones the transition from a crib to a toddler bed also comes in a range of ages. There is no best time to move your toddler from a crib to a bed. This is a sure sign they are crib haters. The crib to toddler bed transition can be a challenge for many parents.

One fell on the floor and cried while another landed on his feet wondering how he got there. While most little ones begin transitioning to a big kid bed somewhere between ages 2 3 there really are no rules about making the switch. If your twins are finding their way into your room sleeping on the floor under the crib or on top of the couch. While some toddlers are able to switch into a bed around 18.

For each of my kids the decision to transition to a toddler bed happened when they each climbed out of their cribs. Learn 10 things you should do when you make the switch. If a child is comfortable in a crib there s no reason to move to a bed just because your child turns two or even three doesn t mean it s time to make the switch. This can often coincide with children requesting a big bed.

If your twins dislike the crib this might also sign that they are ready to make the change. Begin the transition one to two months before the new baby is due to arrive assuming that your toddler is at least 18 months old says dr.