Parenting

John Sullivan

Practitioner II

What is the best way for easing transition from crib to toddler bed?

September 21, 2011 7:56 PM PDT · Flag · 14 answers

Mark Wilson

Practitioner II

dexbaby Safe Sleeper Convertible Crib Bed Rail, White

NEW Design Convertible Crib Rail for use with all convertible cribs! Transitions child from crib to toddler bed. Reinforced anchor system for the safest bed rail possible. Extra tall for added safety. Two-hand release design folds bed rail down an... read more...

This gave our little one security from falling while wildly sleeping but free to climb outta bed when awake instead of freaking out screaming.

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3 points posted by John Sullivan

This is awesome, thanks!

Amy Bell

Specialist I

Sleep Buddy ~ Sleep Training System for Toddlers & Pre-schoolers

SleepBuddy is designed to help your child learn when he or she should stay in bed, which results in a more peaceful night for everyone in the house. The SleepBuddy package includes the SleepBuddy light, A Bedtime Surprise children's book to introd... read more...

This is great for motivating my child to want to stay in bed with the reward system. and the stories are great! I Love the dim light, it helps so he's not afraid in his room.

Reply · Send thanks · posted 237 days ago · 8 people agree

3 points posted by John Sullivan

Havent heard of that before, thanks!!

Marie Jones

Practitioner III

Leachco Roller Bolster Bumpered Twin Bed Sheet

The Roller Bolster is designed to make your toddler's transition from crib to bed a safe one. We've combined fully encased foam bolster with a fitted bed sheet for a practical fix to an age-old dilemma. No rolling off the bed, and your child canno... read more...

These are perfect for that transition that worries all of us mothers, but these bumpers are large enough to stop a child from rolling over them and keep them in the middle. Its perfect.. than later on, remove the bumper and they are good to go in there bed alone! This is also nice for the winters keeping them warm a cozy.

Reply · Send thanks · posted 237 days ago · 3 people agree

3 points posted by John Sullivan

excellent, thanks!

John Sullivan

Practitioner II

Kidco Convertible Crib Bed Rail

KidCo Convertible Crib Bed Rail The folks at KidCo know that your child's safety is your number one priority. That's why KidCo specializes in designing products to keep your child secure, at home, or on the road. The KidCo Convertible Crib Bed Ra... read more...

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Mario Torres

Practitioner II

Summer Infant Sure and Secure Double Bedrail, Blue

Sure Secure Double Bedrail is a great set of bedrails for your child as he or she is transitioning from crib to bed. The Sure Secure Double Bedrail will give you, as a parent a peace of mind as your child sleeps with protection know they are safe ... read more...

Most rails only come with one but this is great because its prevents the toddler from rolling (as they are crazy sleepers) off the bed while dreaming away. These are wide and tall enough to prevent them from jumping over if sleeping.

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wolfherder

Novice III

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

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Joost Hietbrink

Novice I

Dex Products Safe Lift Foldable Crib Wedge

The DEX Products Safe Lift Foldable Crib Wedge is designed with a non-skid bottom that holds it in place. It gently elevates your baby's head for easier breathing and better digestion. The crib wedge helps relieve nasal congestion and promotes t... read more...

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Jeannie Sutton

Specialist I

Transitioning is very difficult. Time will make it easier. Just bathe them before bedtime, read a story, and a kiss and make that a routine.

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Amanda Lei

Practitioner III

Leachco Roller Bolster Bumpered Twin Bed Sheet

These are sooo helpful!!! Can I mention it also helped me from falling off the bed because with my husband and baby between us, I lost my space on the bed, so now we sleep alone and baby is in own toddler bed! haha Its helped us in so many transitions, from our bed, to toddler bed.

Reply · Send thanks · posted 237 days ago

3 points posted by John Sullivan

Thats cool too!! although I doubt my wife, child and I could fit between this thing, lol

Denise Williams

Specialist I

Leachco Roller Bolster Bumpered Twin Bed Sheet

This is a better way of keeping them in and on the bed. the soft bumpers are better then a skinny hard bed rail net.

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Katie Patti

Practitioner II

When we transitioned my two kids, they were so excited they were going to sleep in a big kid bed, the transition wasn't bad. The first two weeks we had to wait by the door until the allure of getting out of bed repeatedly had gotten old but other wise a simple transition. We did make sure they had something comforting to lay with, such as my daughter's teddy bear and my son's blanket. I think those items really helped make them feel more secure. There were times when I would sit by their bed and slowly inch my way out but those nights were few and far between.

Reply · Send thanks · posted 237 days ago

Novice II

dexbaby Safe Sleeper Convertible Crib Bed Rail, White

yes

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Mirella Yu

Practitioner III

dexbaby Safe Sleeper Convertible Crib Bed Rail, White

This was very helpful to us as well. We were afraid of them rolling off the toddler bed since the kids were used to the crib so we purchased this and its great. If they happen to roll up against it, they end up either staying in that very position or rolling back to original spot instead of rolling off, yikes! Im so glad we got this and the room looks cooler with the toddler bed, now we have to get cool comforters!

Reply · Send thanks · posted 242 days ago

3 points posted by John Sullivan

thats what I was thinking.

Natalie Wishman

Specialist I

dexbaby Safe Sleeper Convertible Crib Bed Rail, White

The guards are really the best way to prevent them from falling out. These are great because they can still climb down when awake off the sides, but while sleeping wont roll off.

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Voting Summary

1.	dexbaby Safe Sleeper Convertible Crib Bed Rail,...	40% agree
2.	Sleep Buddy ~ Sleep Training System for Toddler...	22% agree
3.	Leachco Roller Bolster Bumpered Twin Bed Sheet	15% agree
4.	Kidco Convertible Crib Bed Rail	7% agree
5.	SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic	5% agree