Moving your little one from a cot to a toddler bed it a big step for both the child and the parents. From the your baby looking like he or she is getting too big for the cot to looking teeny tiny in a big toddler bed. It’s a step to your baby getting that big bigger and another step of independence. But, it’s an exciting step.
Preparing for the move
Aria loved her cot and her room and when we added the HelloHomeStarBright Toddler Bed and removed her cot she was so excited. “My big girl smoothie bed” she kept saying. She still calls her duvet a smoothie. How did we do it? A few weeks before we got the bed we asked Aria if she’d like a big girl bed and explained what it would be like. We let her try out the boys beds and she picked out her own duvet cover. She picked a Frozen one. Her own “Frozen smoothie”. She was looking forward to it and couldn’t wait for it to be built.
Assembly of the Bed
I decided I would assemble the HelloHomeStarBright Toddler Bed myself, men don’t follow instructions do they? And I wanted this done right, shhhh hopefully my husband doesn’t read this! I took out the instructions and began to follow. It didn’t take long, one mistake was made, but quickly fixed. An hour later and it’s ready. The HelloHomeStarBright Toddler Bed doesn’t come with a mattress, but it takes a standard size cotbed mattress (140cm x 69cm) so it’s easy to purchase and the same with the sheets and duvet.
Moving In
Aria couldn’t wait to sleep in her new bed. We set it up with her duvet, books, favourite soft toys and Euan the dreamsheep. The built-in side table is fantastic for her books, drink or to sit on while reading. We put her two favourite books and she jumped straight in. I think the preparation and explanation was key to her having a smooth transition from cot to toddler bed. She never looked back and was settled from the first night.
What we love
The toddler bed is a great size for getting in and out of when you are little. Don’t try it as an adult, it’s comfortable and difficult to get out. The bed looks great. It’s sleek, white, shiny and the cloud shaped headboard makes it look cute and a little different. I love the nightlight that is built in, it gives off a wonderful, comforting glow and the stars look beautiful. Plus it’s on a fifteen minute timer, so you don’t have to worry about switching it off. The side panels are great for the transition from cot to toddler bed, it gives some reassurance and comfort, but still give that bit of independence. Aria has only ever fallen out this bed once and it was because she fell asleep at the wrong end. The table is a great idea, you can put on another light, books, teddies and it’s even designed for an adult to sit on. Yes it’s strong enough. The bed itself is very sturdy, there is no flimsiness about it. It really is a well made and designed bed.
Final Thoughts
Aria slept every night since in her HelloHomeStarBright Toddler Bed and never once asked to go back into her cot. We have had a few issues with her sleeping due to illness, etc but that had nothing to do with the bed. Toddlers being toddlers. She loves the fact she can lie in it, it’s her big girl bed and she loves the light. Her brother loves it too and likes to sneak in and read a book or two with her. The StarBright Todder Bed is priced at £149.99 and is available online, in several large retailers and Argos. I think the price is excellent for how well it’s made, looks and the little extras. I am very impressed with this bed.
Giveaway
I have given me the change to give one of my readers a chance to win their very own HelloHomeStarBright Toddler Bed (please note there is no mattress included) Enter via the rafflecopter below and it ends on Friday 24th July 2015. Good luck to you all.
Disclaimer:- I was given a bed to review for my honest opinion.
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kim neville says
26th June 2015 at 12:54 pmWe had to get a side barrier for bed as our son kept moving around too much and fell out in his sleep
Tracy K Nixon says
26th June 2015 at 3:04 pmTry just letting your little one have naps in their new bed for a while, before you give night-times a whirl!
Kaci Soderstrom says
26th June 2015 at 4:05 pmIntroduce it gradually and try to make it a fun experience
kim plant says
26th June 2015 at 5:39 pmkeep prasing them that they are now going into a big girls/boys bed x
Natalie Russell says
26th June 2015 at 7:46 pmAllow them to choose their duvet cover and other options so they feel involved
Tracy Hanley says
26th June 2015 at 7:48 pmLots of there fav teddys
Nickles83 says
26th June 2015 at 8:37 pmWe dropped down the side of the cot the week before. also character bedding
Mrs Smith says
26th June 2015 at 9:26 pmDefinitely let them choose their own duvet!
susan thornton says
27th June 2015 at 8:57 amTell them they’ll have more room for their toys on a big girls/boys bed x
Martina Pichova says
27th June 2015 at 12:37 pmmake the bed weeks or even months before you expect them to sleep in it and have it in the bedroom alongside the cot, so they get used to it – they can use it for day naps or just playing during the day, before they use it for the night
Paula Readings says
27th June 2015 at 5:25 pmLots of ‘Big boy/girl’ talk & praise.
Claire Woods says
28th June 2015 at 8:24 amLet them do it slowly at their own pace.
Katrina Chambers says
28th June 2015 at 10:54 amDon’t rush it, we did it at 20 months and felt it was too early.
leanne williams says
28th June 2015 at 6:27 pmdo it slowly at their own pace
Elizabeth Hinds says
28th June 2015 at 6:37 pmDon’t feel pressured to do it too soon by other people – take it at your child’s pace and make it as relaxed and as fun as possible for them 🙂
Samantha Wheeler says
28th June 2015 at 6:41 pmDo it when everyone is ready!
Andrew Stockton says
28th June 2015 at 6:44 pmMake it fun and do it at their pace, patience may be required
Kahanka says
28th June 2015 at 7:02 pmThis is such a cute bed!
caroline walliss says
28th June 2015 at 7:23 pmMake it a fun and exciting new experience with their favourite things aroung them.x
melanie stirling says
28th June 2015 at 7:27 pmPut familiar things on their new bed such as a favourite blanket and teddy bear.
lori says
28th June 2015 at 7:32 pmLots of praise and take it slow
lisa evans says
28th June 2015 at 7:37 pmDon’t rush them, keep to the your usual bedtime routine
Siobhan Davis says
28th June 2015 at 7:40 pmMake it cosy and make it exciting for them x
Laura K says
28th June 2015 at 7:45 pmMake it an adventure but stick to usual bedtime routine and have some familiar items such as cuddly toys so its not too strange.
Alana Walker says
28th June 2015 at 7:52 pmGo for it, you might be surprised how ready they are for it, even though they might not seem ready for a big bed.x
Justine Meyer says
28th June 2015 at 8:03 pmGet them involved in choosing their own bedding x
DAWN HULL says
28th June 2015 at 8:15 pmIntroduce the idea gradually so they have time to adjust.
Lorraine Tinsley says
28th June 2015 at 8:21 pmI put my daughter’s cot bed in the other room where her big girl bed was. I let her sleep in the cot bed with the side off for a few nights and I let her get into her big girl bed, but with no pressure. Then after a few nights I asked her if she wanted to sleep in her big girl bed and she got in no problem and slept in it.
TracyJo says
28th June 2015 at 9:07 pmBuy a nice new duvet set, with one of their favorite characters, ours was Peppa Pig x
Emma Gibson says
28th June 2015 at 10:23 pmJust do it.
✰★ღ Kayleigh ✰★ღ says
28th June 2015 at 10:44 pmDon’t rush them
Kat Glynn says
29th June 2015 at 2:54 pmWe put the cot by the side of the toddler bed for a couple of weeks, and he ended up choosing the bed on his own 🙂
Jenny Brady says
29th June 2015 at 3:28 pmI bought fresh new bedding and made sure we stayed on the bed together playing for a little while before bed and that all her favourite teddies were around her. Funnily enough, my little girl preferred a bed anyway so think I got lucky there!
Gemma Brown says
29th June 2015 at 5:02 pmlet them pick a duvet cover themselves
Chestnut says
29th June 2015 at 7:41 pmlet them pick some new bedding
Marie says
29th June 2015 at 9:05 pmNone yet – but going to try soon!
fluffypinkmarshmallow says
29th June 2015 at 10:00 pmLet them choose their own bed and bedding.
Pm Liu says
29th June 2015 at 11:00 pmI put our little ones cotbed right next to our bed & took the side touching our bed down, that way should she want to she climbs into our bed, this hasn’t happened very often. My little ones loves sleeping in her own cotbed now that we’ve given her the option to climb into our bed, she quite happily falls asleep in her cotbed
Jo Carroll says
30th June 2015 at 11:09 amYou can use a little reverse psychology as in put the toddler bed by the cot a while before you transfer little’un over so he or she gets used to it being there and tell them they aren’t to sleep in it as it’s for their teddies. Move the teddies into it a couple at a time and by the end of the week your tot will be screaming to join them 😉
Lee Gardner says
30th June 2015 at 12:09 pmdefrinately involve them in buying stuff for the bed, also explain that its a big boys bed, kids normally want to feel all grown up to want to move to a proper bed
Isabell Whitenstall says
1st July 2015 at 5:32 pmExplain it a big boys bed and big boys can choose their own covers
Tammy Tudor says
1st July 2015 at 9:55 pmmake it exciting by involving them, let them help pick the bed, bedding and make them feel proud to be making the big move 🙂
Samantha O'D says
2nd July 2015 at 9:13 amHave patience, I lost count of the number of times I put my daughter back in bed after she got out and ran around the house, she gave up after a while
Eva Trelfa says
2nd July 2015 at 9:49 amLet them chose their new bedding and make it exctiting, they will feel more settled.
Kat Lucas says
2nd July 2015 at 3:44 pmSpend plenty of time letting them play in it to get comfortable before sleeping and talk about it when they sleep in it to help get rid of any worries before moving into it
Natalie Crossan says
2nd July 2015 at 10:31 pmGet them involved and let them pick the bedding
MrRichTea says
3rd July 2015 at 11:29 amMake it a fun thing, don’t stress!
Samantha Loughlin says
3rd July 2015 at 9:50 pmNever make bedtime stressful read stories and cuddles
Leanne Lunn says
3rd July 2015 at 10:05 pmBedding they love, make them feel secure with everything they want from there cot.
Gemma Surtees says
4th July 2015 at 5:07 pmLet them help choose the bed and/or bedding
Laura Asplin says
5th July 2015 at 6:41 pmMake it familiar by including their fave teddies
Janet says
5th July 2015 at 9:10 pmChildren pick up on your anxiety the best advice I can give is to relax and make it the fun adventure it is.
Kerry bennett says
5th July 2015 at 10:03 pmI tired my out for the first night so they didn’t really notice!
Aaron Broad says
8th July 2015 at 12:47 pmJust act like normal and they won’t make a big deal of it
Gemma Clark says
10th July 2015 at 5:20 pmJust relax!
Rachel Hirst says
11th July 2015 at 8:43 pmSuch a wonderful prize! Thanks for adding your competition to this weeks #Competitionlinky
Karl Borowy says
11th July 2015 at 9:45 pmstories hugs teddies
Mamavsteacher says
12th July 2015 at 6:40 pmI haven’t got any tips yet… we’re just gearing up for the move!
lynn savage says
13th July 2015 at 4:02 pmDon’t make a big deal of the move, act like it’s just another day
Gillian Hutchison says
15th July 2015 at 10:04 pmdo it on a quiet day so they are not too overwhelmed. Make sure the favourite blanket and teddy/dolly are in the bed too.
donna hale says
16th July 2015 at 10:07 pmsit with them till they get used to being in there, gradually move out of the room when they settle themselves
laura says
16th July 2015 at 11:08 pmWonderful prize . Thanks for the chance 😊. Slowly introduce with “big” bed to them, start with naps then full nights 🙂
Cat Rockandrollpussycat Blog says
16th July 2015 at 11:16 pmTry and make it a painfree as possible. Keep up with your normal routine. Bring the bed in and leve it in the room and allow the little one to explore before their expected to sleep in it
kristina trick says
17th July 2015 at 9:00 amMy little girl Skyla just turned two and I havn’t moved her yet.
lynn heath says
17th July 2015 at 10:51 amI am about to move my youngest into her big girl bed and I have taken her to the shops and let her pick her own Duvet set and she is now getting excited about moving in with her big sister!
jbsguapa says
17th July 2015 at 3:28 pmjust do it -put a gate on the door and ignore them if they create! you can always put them in bed if they fall asleep by the door!
Sam Jane Aldworth says
17th July 2015 at 3:30 pmLet them start having their naps in the bed so they get used to it.
Laura Kevo says
17th July 2015 at 4:31 pmWe didn’t move her too early so when we showed her the bed she was more than ready and bounded over to it – she was so excited to try it out she wanted to go to bed there and then! I don’t think there’s a right age, more that they’re ready. Agree that picking nice bedding is a good idea if they’re a little bit unsure x
Hannah Wood says
17th July 2015 at 5:10 pmDont just do it because you want them to make sure they are ready for it and show the signs.
Leigh Marea Boyle says
17th July 2015 at 6:12 pmwait till there ready 100% and remember some are ready sooner then others dont compare x
Jess Powell says
17th July 2015 at 6:28 pmNone yet, it’s still ahead of us!
Jess Howliston says
17th July 2015 at 7:07 pmDon’t rush the transition and let them become involved, let them pick the bed covers or a special teddy to go on the bed for example to make them feel involved and make fed feel special! x
kayleigh bates says
17th July 2015 at 7:37 pmBe consistent
Laura-jane Raddy says
17th July 2015 at 8:50 pmAsk them and make it their choice.
Annaloa Hilmarsdottir says
17th July 2015 at 10:49 pmLet them choose the decorations and sit with them until they fall asleep.
Michaela Hannah says
18th July 2015 at 4:53 amPut a safety gate on their door to avoid any stair accidents
Emma Fox says
18th July 2015 at 7:37 amLet them play in their bed first so that they can get used to it.
laura stewart says
18th July 2015 at 7:40 amtake it a day at a time xx
Sarah Parkin says
18th July 2015 at 9:41 amLet them choose their own bedding 🙂
Tara Davies says
18th July 2015 at 9:41 amMake the move as soon as you can
Barbara Clarke says
18th July 2015 at 9:55 amlet them tell you when their ready, if they want to sleep in their new bed they’re more likely to stay there
Rebecca Cleary says
18th July 2015 at 1:11 pmDon’t expect the transition to happen instantly, it takes a lot of effort and patience, make their bed one that they want so that they will want to stay in it and make sure you have a safety gate on their room, once they realise they can’t go far they will give up and stay in bed.
Becci Cleary
Ruth Robinson says
18th July 2015 at 3:58 pmlots of towys and a nice blanky
Yolanda Davis says
18th July 2015 at 5:17 pmI remember telling my daughter that she was a big girl and needed a newc, big girls bed. We went shopping together and got some nice winnie the pooh bedding, curtains and accessories. She was brilliant and took to it straightaway.
Helen Booth says
18th July 2015 at 7:47 pmThey’re choice of bedding, and have the bed in their room for a few days before the big change – if there’s room that is!
Laura Linsey says
18th July 2015 at 8:12 pmTalk about it, let them see the bed, choose bedding etc
Laura Anne Farnworth says
18th July 2015 at 10:01 pmI had a single bed in the room for a while with the cot was in the room and i chose fun bedding.
Teresa Sheldon says
19th July 2015 at 12:15 amMake it an adventure talk about it show them and tell them their mummy and daddys big girl/boy, and choose bright or fun bedding that they like
Sara Janeg says
19th July 2015 at 8:58 amLet them pick their bedding, and talk about how exiting it is that are a big boy/girl now
Jamie says
19th July 2015 at 11:11 amWe’ve not hit that stage yet, but will be very soon; so its great reading everyone else’s comments; thanks 🙂
Jessica Woods says
19th July 2015 at 2:08 pmGet them involved include some favourite bedding and make it look cosy and explain this helps them be a big girl/boy 🙂
Charlotte Pearson says
19th July 2015 at 3:08 pmNew bedding – make it exciting (@MummyFever)
Rebecca Lis says
19th July 2015 at 4:17 pmLet them pick their own bedding, and only do it when they’re ready!
esme mccrubb says
19th July 2015 at 6:39 pmwait till they are ready and avoid a time where any other change is happening in the house
Jadene says
19th July 2015 at 7:27 pmWe are thinking of doing this soon with our lb, been good to read the comments!
Rachel Butterworth says
19th July 2015 at 7:53 pmDo it gradually, start by removing one side of the cot.
Corinne Peat says
19th July 2015 at 8:47 pmDon’t rush it
Rich Moore says
19th July 2015 at 9:15 pmLet them do it when they feel ready to
sarah james says
19th July 2015 at 9:17 pmBuild the bed up around a week before you want the little one to stay in it Spend nights before going to the cot reading and relaxing with them in the bed so they get used to it.
tammy says
19th July 2015 at 10:03 pmWe put the bed up in our sons room for a couple of weeks before he moved into it properly. He helped daddy put it together and for the first few days we put him for his nap in his cot then moved him so he woke up in his bed, then when we thought he was ready we just took the cot out and he was fine.
Amanda says
19th July 2015 at 11:07 pmDo not pressurise them and only introduce a bed when you feel they are ready 🙂
Jayne K says
20th July 2015 at 1:31 amDon’t rush it
Caroline Blaza says
20th July 2015 at 7:13 amBe patient x
Sophie D says
20th July 2015 at 8:58 amGet them excited to try the new bed and treat it like a reward for being a big girl/boy.
John Hannigan says
20th July 2015 at 12:27 pmwhen you think their ready
Diane Radford says
20th July 2015 at 2:41 pmWe are looking at doing it soon. Most people said it is good if they are in there own room as soon as possible
Beckie Dufton says
20th July 2015 at 8:14 pmDon’t rush the process, let the toddler do it in there own time and make it as stress free as possible!
Laura S says
20th July 2015 at 9:23 pmDo it at a time when there is not much else going on, no other changes, to minimise them feeling unsettled as much as possible.
Melanie Edjourian says
20th July 2015 at 11:12 pmDo it when they are ready, rushing a child can lead to a lot of resistance.
Lisa King says
20th July 2015 at 11:59 pmMake it a fun experience for your child and let them help with picking out new duvet covers and even a new teddy for their new bed
Harley Richardson says
21st July 2015 at 9:43 amMake it as fun as possible, letting them choose their own bedding helps x
Laura Whittle says
21st July 2015 at 1:23 pmI let my girls pick their own bedding and put their soft toys on the bed, we had no problems, they were really excited.
Emily Mayo says
21st July 2015 at 7:27 pmwe bought our little boy some new big boy pyjamas and let him choose them we also let him choose is own duvet set and bought him a new bedtime story 🙂
fiona mcbride says
21st July 2015 at 8:43 pmmake it fun and involve them in picking the bed and accessories
Wendy Smith says
21st July 2015 at 9:04 pmPut the bed in their room for a few days before and make moving seem like an adventure
Louise Overington says
21st July 2015 at 9:12 pmWe moved my son when we felt he was big enough. Trust your instincts you know your child x
Kirsty John says
21st July 2015 at 9:25 pmI personally don’t have any tips as I don’t have kids but I know this would be very handy for my niece as she struggles staying in her bed all night but this one with the light is cool
amyjbeckett says
21st July 2015 at 10:10 pmIts has to be exciting for the child – so cool bedding is a must
superscot says
21st July 2015 at 10:40 pmLeave it until you think they are ready and let them choose their own beddihg.
karen says
22nd July 2015 at 5:56 amperfect for my grandaughter Willow.set the bed up a week before so toddler is used to seeing it in their room maybe with a favourite teddy in then introduce the idea slowly
Sheila Sloan says
22nd July 2015 at 9:07 amTry to make a routine with lots of cuddles and a story.
Gemma Middleton says
22nd July 2015 at 11:11 amAllow the child to take ownership, let them choose when they want to do it and what bedding they like. Nice long story the first time and make sure they are tired out the first day.
Jennie Jackson Mse says
22nd July 2015 at 11:26 amLet them choose their own bed and bedding and where they want the bed in their room
Mrs Broomfield says
22nd July 2015 at 11:45 amWhen they’re escaping the cot with ease, it’s time to move to a toddler bed!
Samantha Ordway says
22nd July 2015 at 11:59 amMake sure everything around them is calming & clean. Tell them a story each night about their fav things like I do with my daughter 🙂 x
Susan Trubey says
22nd July 2015 at 12:42 pmI don’t have any tips. Parents will know when their child is ready and what they need.
Liam Bishop says
22nd July 2015 at 2:52 pmArgh we are just looking at doing this soon so reading the tips with eagerness! From experience of talking to friends who have done it, I would suggest patience as a popular one!
castleton says
22nd July 2015 at 3:58 pmMake sure their Special toy and they have it has an adventure together
Donna Large says
22nd July 2015 at 4:10 pmlet them choose there there own bedding
Andy Grange says
22nd July 2015 at 5:45 pmBedding of their choice.
Laura Nice says
22nd July 2015 at 6:27 pmStart by removing half if the cot and let them choose there own bedding making it fun for them.
heathersimpson says
22nd July 2015 at 7:21 pmkeep them in their grobag/sleeping bag so they still feel nice and cosy
Diana says
22nd July 2015 at 8:49 pmJust wait until they are ready, there’s no rush 🙂
Kristy Leanne Brown says
22nd July 2015 at 9:29 pmDon’t panic, there isn’t a set time – do it when bubs is ready and not before
Monica Gilbert says
22nd July 2015 at 10:03 pmLet them “help” you put the bed together so they feel involved in the transition.
Kal Wellman says
22nd July 2015 at 11:26 pmtake them the park, swimming , ride there bike wear them out lol x
Ellie Spider says
22nd July 2015 at 11:51 pmprepare them for it by getting them a doll with a bed and moving the doll into it
Louise Walsh says
23rd July 2015 at 12:11 amThere’s no rush, you will know when they are ready x
vicki hennie says
23rd July 2015 at 12:16 amget a toddler rail to prevent them falling out of bed x x
Jennifer Ingram says
23rd July 2015 at 6:35 amWait until the child is ready to move and don’t move too early. I don’t have any other tips as I am just thinking of moving my nearly 2 yo soon. I’m reading through the comments and definitely some great tips, thanks everyone.
Tricia Cowell says
23rd July 2015 at 6:55 amEvery child is different, I would say go with your instincts, you will know when your child is ready 🙂
Sallyanne Gooch says
23rd July 2015 at 8:05 amMy little girl has yet to move so i have found some other tips on here from mms with experience.
Heather says
23rd July 2015 at 8:26 amHave some patience, it is a big step. Try and make it as fun and happy for them as possible
Josh says
23rd July 2015 at 10:10 amBatman bedding of course!
Rachel Heap says
23rd July 2015 at 10:37 amI wait till it gets darker in the evening as they are less likely to get out
Elaine B says
23rd July 2015 at 11:21 amStory time!
Maria P says
23rd July 2015 at 11:42 amlet her choose the new bed and duvet
Emma Wolski says
23rd July 2015 at 12:53 pmcompletely involve them in the prep work so it feels fun and special to convert!
Anthea Holloway says
23rd July 2015 at 1:01 pmI would like some tips because I am having a nightmare with it at present!
Wendy Guy says
23rd July 2015 at 1:14 pmJust be very patience this is a big step for a little person.
emma walters says
23rd July 2015 at 1:33 pmmake it as fun as possible & grown up
Caroline Buckley says
23rd July 2015 at 1:43 pmWe are about to do move my son into his toddler bed so I don’t have any tips as yet. However this blog has given me some great ideas!
stephanie lovatt says
23rd July 2015 at 2:16 pmpatience and stick with it, we are about to go through it for the 4th time
Lara Davis says
23rd July 2015 at 2:58 pmkeep your normal routine so its not so much of a change xx
Barbara Handley says
23rd July 2015 at 3:00 pmParents should move a baby from a cot to a bed before they are able to climb out of it on their own and possibly hurt themselves.
Clare Hubbard says
23rd July 2015 at 3:15 pmMake sure all their teddies make the transition with them
Beccy Rowley says
23rd July 2015 at 4:50 pmWe are just thinking of moving my 17 month old out of her cot and into a bed so I haven’t got any tips, this blog is very helpful.
Cecilia Martin says
23rd July 2015 at 5:34 pmMake sure they are ready and they feel comfortable with being on their own.
Lisa Houston says
23rd July 2015 at 6:08 pma lot of patience. spend time with them playing on the bed, reading and talking get them used to being on there
Allan Fullarton says
23rd July 2015 at 6:33 pmRead a story.
AbbyP says
23rd July 2015 at 6:42 pmWe did it slowly, reading her bedtimes stories in the new room and let her decide when she wanted to sleep in it. She fell out a lot in the first week but is fine now –
Vicky Dunn says
23rd July 2015 at 7:10 pmpersevere with putting them back to bed if they keep getting out. it worked amazingly for us although it took many many weeks my twins now just get in bed and give cuddles and go straight to sleep.
Dan Todd says
23rd July 2015 at 7:14 pmTry to make it an adventure to make the transition easier
Nancy Bradford says
23rd July 2015 at 7:14 pmWe have always gone with the old read them a story and help them get to sleep. Haven’t had any problems.
Jo Wakefield says
23rd July 2015 at 8:10 pmTry to make it fun and try to use the same blankets, covers etc so it still smells the same
Olivia Kirby says
23rd July 2015 at 8:16 pmI got Melody to choose her bedding a teeny new toy for going to bed with
Sammy says
23rd July 2015 at 8:23 pmLet them help choose their new bedding, it helps them be involved and get excited about the change!
Laura Craggs says
23rd July 2015 at 8:24 pmWe made sure to keep to his usual routine with the added excited of his new bedding
Kat Allinson says
23rd July 2015 at 8:24 pmWe weren’t entirely successful with our first child, but hopefully we will be better at it with my youngest daughter, she’s currently 17 months so not quite ready yet.
Em S says
23rd July 2015 at 8:29 pmI read that picking new bedding the toddler enjoys is crucial. My daughter is too young but in a few months she should be ready to move!
Rachael Jones Mann says
23rd July 2015 at 8:36 pmlet them help choose the bed !
Jessica Cook says
23rd July 2015 at 8:45 pmDon’t do it too soon! and get them involved in the choice of bed and covers etc and make it an exciting event, it worked for my boy
Eva Appleby-Gill says
23rd July 2015 at 8:54 pmMake there bed cozy with favorite bedding, soft toys, cushions and night light. Read to them till they fall asleep.Lots of praises and a reward the first morning so they know they have achieved a milestone.
Claire Thomson Little says
23rd July 2015 at 9:08 pmwait until they’re ready and keep them involved.
Katie says
23rd July 2015 at 9:11 pmStick to a normal routine and try not to make it a Big Thing.
Karen Howden says
23rd July 2015 at 9:42 pmmake sure they cant fall out
Kelly Donald - Pattullo says
23rd July 2015 at 9:44 pmDon’t make it out to be a big thing and keep their routine as stable as possible.
Caroline Signey says
23rd July 2015 at 9:55 pmGet them nice bedding that they have helped choose, they will then love getting in bed
Dale says
23rd July 2015 at 9:55 pmmake sure you have a good bed rail to stop them falling out
Sarah Lee says
23rd July 2015 at 10:42 pmLet them help choose their new bedding
Happy Homebird says
23rd July 2015 at 10:53 pmLots of patience and a cosy looking bedroom.
(Sam Fernley)
Jessica Hutton says
23rd July 2015 at 11:05 pmSet a routine while they are in the cot. ie bath then, cuddles downstairs, then a story in bed. Follow that exact same routine once they are in the bed xx
Jemma Louise Dwyer says
23rd July 2015 at 11:21 pmall about routine and lost of patience
Jamie Millard says
23rd July 2015 at 11:47 pmI’ve not had to do it, yet, but i’m thankful to be able to read the tips on here. Don’t have many myself. Reward bravery would be my tactic.
Stunning prize.
Solange says
24th July 2015 at 2:10 amLet them help choose their new bedding.
Leanne Hansell says
24th July 2015 at 5:29 amTalk to them about the whole process.
Hayley Todd says
24th July 2015 at 8:57 amSomething that worked perfectly with my eldest daughter, was leaving her cot and her toddler bed in her bedroom at the same time for a little while, and when she went up for her afternoon naps, we let her choose whether she wanted to nap in her cot or her little bed! She would always choose her little bed, and so, when we eventually made the full transition to her bed, she felt comfortable and secure in doing so.
yasmine041 says
24th July 2015 at 9:35 amsmall nightlight and stories in bed
Josie Uden says
24th July 2015 at 10:17 amOh dear, I’m not there yet, my little boy, Thomas, is only 10 months old so I will be reading some of these tips. It’s all about slow transitions though isn’t it? Like getting my baby into his cot, I put his Moses basket in his cot for a few weeks first. I would love this ready for his room when he is old enough!
GCforever says
24th July 2015 at 10:23 amTell them about their ‘big bed’ just like mummy and daddy’s or big brother’s/sister’s before you move them. Once the big bed has arrived and is made up, get them to move all their toys and nightwear onto it. Finally, say ‘bye bye’ to the baby cot and have it dismantled or removed while they are watching.
Pia Stephens says
24th July 2015 at 11:01 amWe’ve done this twice and it has happened as soon as our child has been able to climb out of their cot beds, bed rail and a gate at the door and don’t change any other routines
embabes says
24th July 2015 at 11:12 amI haven’t got any tips because I haven’t done it yet! Its our next step – I think i’ll stick to our night time routine exactly how it is, but read him a story whilst he’s in bed instead of on his bedroom floor like we normally do 🙂 Exciting!
Tracey says
24th July 2015 at 1:12 pmI am hoping that we will do the transition smoothly. We are planning on picking out the bedding together and fingers crossed it works!
DanielleGraves says
24th July 2015 at 1:23 pmlet them pick their new bedding and let them know how grown up they are with lots of praise
sarahfleck says
24th July 2015 at 1:36 pminvolve them in all the choosing of bed and bedding if it needs assembled let them help with that too.
Laura Pritchard says
24th July 2015 at 1:36 pmDon’t make too big an event of it, just put them to bed as normal & don’t hype it up. My son barely noticed & never got out!
christine westlake says
24th July 2015 at 1:37 pmtalk about how grown up they are , make a bit of a fuss about getting their new bed ready and putting away their old one.
Claire Scott says
24th July 2015 at 1:47 pmTrust your instincts you know when they are ready, my daughter was 2 and son 14 months, all children are different 🙂
Victoria Thurgood says
24th July 2015 at 2:29 pmbed times stories and quiet time
Matt Brasier says
24th July 2015 at 3:31 pmMake it as fun as possible!!
Gemma Chantler says
24th July 2015 at 3:48 pmDon’t rush the process and try and make it as relaxed as possible. Don’t stress yourself out or your little one will be stressed.
Lee Hardy says
24th July 2015 at 4:25 pmKeep to your routine & stick to it.
Vickie Jackson says
24th July 2015 at 6:21 pmAlways stick to routine but to make it fun too 🙂
stef wills says
24th July 2015 at 6:24 pmwait till they are ready and let them choose a special teddy to take with them.
alice lightning says
24th July 2015 at 7:30 pmlet them have their say on things and get involved in their l move this usually get them looking forward to the move with little stress
Erica Field says
24th July 2015 at 7:33 pmKeep them in a grow bag for the first few nights x
Janice Mackin says
24th July 2015 at 7:38 pmMake it fun and let them choose their own bed covers.
Paddy Dennison says
24th July 2015 at 9:01 pmUse a bed side to begin with.
Sharon says
24th July 2015 at 9:04 pmlet them choose there bedding and a cuddly friend
Angela Williams says
24th July 2015 at 9:05 pmPut up the bed a week before moving and let them play on the bed every day. On the day that your child is moving into the bed remove the cot. Only do this if there are no other changes in their lives.
Jenny Jones says
24th July 2015 at 9:05 pmgive them chance to get used to the bed, i snugged up with my eldest child (half in half out) and read stories etc and be patient it took some getting used to the novalty of being able to get up and out whenever they wanted
Hazel Hazel Rush says
24th July 2015 at 9:30 pmWe haven’t made the transition yet but there are some great tips here!
Hazel Hazel Rush says
24th July 2015 at 9:35 pmWe haven’t made the transition yet but there are some great ideas here!
Monika Bascombe says
24th July 2015 at 9:47 pmwait until they ask for it – we put a bed into her room very early when she was still sleeping in a cot, and after few months she started asking to lie her in big bed , after maybe 2 weeks of going between cot and bed she refused to go to cot altogether
daniel pol says
24th July 2015 at 10:01 pmlet them see the move as step to bigger things now beconibg big grl/boys
tishist says
24th July 2015 at 10:33 pmGet them involved in choice making
Denielle Nicol says
24th July 2015 at 10:34 pmMake it as fun and let them be as involved as possible
Natalie Gillham says
24th July 2015 at 10:37 pmlet them choose their own duvet, set to make it more appealing 🙂
Suzanne Brown says
24th July 2015 at 10:39 pmMake it exciting and stress how grown up it is 🙂
supastar1501 says
24th July 2015 at 10:50 pmMake it fun, lie with them for a bit until they settle and a night light pillow to make it more comfortable x