April 9th, 2010
As soon as they’re big enough to climb up and potentially out, it will be obvious they’re growing out of their crib and new sleeping arrangements will need to be made. When your child no longer needs a crib, parents are faced with two main choices – a toddler bed or a twin bed. Buying a toddler bed for your child can make the transition from a crib to a twin bed much easier. Purchasing a twin bed saves you from having to buy another bed in 1½ to 3 years. Since a twin bed can appear to be too big for a small child, many parents struggle with what to choose, safety issues causing the most concern. Essentially a toddler bed gives the child assurance and the parents peace of mind.
Toddler Bed Fast Facts
The sleeping area of a toddler bed is the same size of a standard crib and most kinds of toddler beds use a crib mattress. A toddler bed sits almost on the floor, which is what is so appealing about it. Toddler beds have the appearance and freedom of a twin bed, but are scaled down to provide a toddler with a safe sleeping environment. Even so, many types of toddler beds include some kind of railing for added protection and to prevent the child from falling out.
If you’re reluctant to buy a piece of furniture for your child’s bedroom that has such a short life span, buy a toddler bed that is not theme-related, as these beds tend to be more expensive than a standard toddler’s bed. You might also want to skip any extra features such as under-bed storage for the same reason.
Toddler beds are often cheaper than twin beds. Usually they use a crib mattress, so it will save you from having to buy a new one. Many types of toddler beds also let you make use of the crib bedding you already have on hand.
Other Options to Consider
Buy a convertible crib. Convertible cribs are designed to grow with your child, from 0 to approximately 5 years of age. Some types of convertible cribs need a conversion kit – check to see if this is applicable to the crib you are considering purchasing.
Remove one side of the crib and let your child get used to the freedom of sleeping without being enclosed in on all sides.
Buy safety rails for a new twin bed or a twin bed you already own. When purchasing a new twin bed, choose a type of bed that stands low to the floor such as a low-profile platform bed like the Young America by Stanley myHaven Twin Low Post Cottage Panel Bed or a captains bed. Captains beds are basically a platform bed on top of a set of drawers, but they tend to sit close to the ground, depending on the number of drawers included in the bed’s design.
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January 13th, 2010
Exotic jungle animals like tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes and monkeys are a fun and delightful theme for a toddler girl’s bedroom. A jungle theme or safari theme is not only a great way to introduce your little one to the wild creatures of this earth, but it will also lend the room a sense of adventure. And when you’re two or more, you should have a room that encourages adventures and exploration. To complement the jungle theme, contemporary style furnishings were selected, because lines and profiles are simple and refreshing.
To set the mood, a palette of greens was chosen from a selection of colors by Sherwin Williams. Both lighter and deeps greens were chosen for their potential to conjure images of jungle foliage, monkeys swinging from trees and zebras emerging from the trees at twilight to drink at the local watering hole. These colors will also provide the ideal canvas for wild animal stencils, jungle themed wallpaper borders or framed pictures of jungle animals.
Some parents are reluctant to invest in a toddler bed because the “shelf” life is so short. But the DaVinci Elizabeth II Convertible Wood Toddler Bed in Natural will easily get her at least to her teen years, because it can be used as a full size bed once she’s no longer a toddler. You’ll have you’re pick of crib bedding with a jungle theme or wild animal theme because animal patterns are plentiful and varied.
The two-tone finish of the South Shore Furniture Newbury Collection White Nightstand has a contemporary appearance that blends well with the toddler bed.
The Young America by Stanley 2nd Nature Double Dresser in Light Wood Finish matches the top of the nightstand but has a contemporary light wood finish that works well with the mix of white and natural furniture. Planning ahead doesn’t hurt; she’ll “grow” into the double dresser sooner than you’ll probably want her to.
In addition to the basic bedroom furniture, she’ll need a place to paint and do other creative things. Storage is important in a toddler’s room, especially cubes, drawers or bins that are easy for little hands to open and close. Creatively designed storage bins, bookcases and cubbies are ideal ways of hiding clutter and keeping your little one neat and organized.
Don’t forget the finishing touches. Jungle themed accessories such as rugs, table lamps and wall art are very popular, so they will be relatively easy to find.
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November 27th, 2009
You can make the transition from nursery to “big girl’s” room easier on both you and your toddler by creating a room that encourages your child to play, grow and imagine. Simple in design, this style is ideal for a toddler’s room because contemporary children’s bedroom furniture is very straightforward in form, utilizing uncomplicated lines and simple profiles. Contemporary color palettes range from earth-toned to bright and bold. For a toddler’s room, plan to use a number of colors, since this will stimulate her little mind and encourage exploration.
Because your little girl won’t be using her toddler bed for very long – two years at the most – you might be reluctant to splurge on one. The P’kolino Toddler Bed converts into a handy kids’ chair and back to a toddler bed, should you need another one sometime in the future.
A toddler’s bed is approximately the same length and width as a crib, but narrower and lower to the ground than a twin bed. It is designed to make the transition from a crib to twin size bed easier and safer for your child. Toddler beds usually have sides or some kind of railing, but are not fully enclosed like a crib is.
The bed is the focal point of the room. Dress it up in contemporary style with a bedding set that has a fun geometric, striped or stylized pattern. If her “baby” bedding is still in good shape, keep in mind that most types of toddler beds use a crib mattress and crib bedding.
Having someplace to play is just as important as having lots of places to store toys and treasures. A contemporary style toy chest or storage cube will make your toddler’s room even more functional and practical. A storage bench provides additional seating. By choosing stackable storage cubes, you can add the just right amount of storage capacity you child needs.
Contemporary style is known for its clean lines, geometric shapes and bold colors, which makes it a simple but fun style to choose when designing and decorating a toddler’s room.
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