Moving your Child from a Cot to a Bed
When your child is ready to make the big move from a cot to an actual bed, you want to find the perfect bed – one that will fit your child’s personality and yet support his or her growing body. Children do the vast majority of their growing at night, when their little bodies are finally at rest. Providing a comfortable bed that will allow them to get the rest they need is one way to show them how much you love them.
Children’s beds come in a variety of fun designs, and some even function as divan beds or sleepover beds. These can convert from a single to a double in just a few minutes, allowing your son or daughter to have a friend over without upsetting the entire house’s sleeping arrangements in order to do it.
The mattresses for children’s beds now come in traditional box spring and mattress models, as well as the newer memory foam style. Having your child lie down on both styles is critical if you’re thinking of making a change. Even a child in pre-school can voice an opinion. Of course, you’ll have the final say, but if your child shows a distinct preference for one or the other, you’ll probably want to take that into consideration.
If you can purchase some accessories when you purchase the bed, it’s usually a great time to do so. Waterproof mattresses cover is always a good idea, along with fresh pillows and linens. After all, graduating to a “big boy” or “big girl” bed should be a celebration.
So find the children’s bed that suits your son or daughter best, and let them enjoy a wonderful night’s sleep.