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Buying Baby’s First Bed

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If you have decided that your child is ready to move from his crib, cot or baby bed to a regular child’s bed, there are certain steps you should take when choosing what kind of bed you purchase for them. First make sure that you take the process slowly and carefully deal with any apprehension your child may display, as this is often a difficult transition for younger children.

Think ahead before you go straight into buying a piece of furniture. Remember that the bed you buy now will probably be the bed your child sleeps in for the next few years. Tiny toddler beds are undoubtedly cute, but with the speed at which children grow they are an expensive choice as they need to be replaced very quickly. Better to buy a bigger bed and allow your child to grow into it. Bunk beds are also not recommended for young children, especially the top bunk which is recommended for use by children only over the age of six.

Make sure to shop widely and explore all the options that are open to you. Sizes for children’s beds range from toddler beds which will fit the mattress from your child’s crib to twin or full sized beds with box springs in the mattress. If you think your child would enjoy a little bit of extra design in their bed, check out large toy store and furniture store chains for beds in the shape of race cars, fairy tale castles or jet planes.

You will also need to ensure the bed you buy has a quality mattress to go with it. Some beds come with mattresses when you buy them, so make sure it is firm enough for the growing bones of your little one. If you choose a small toddler bed, you can use the crib mattress and transfer it over which will provide more than enough support. Finally, don’t forget guard rails. Most guard rails are detachable, but some beds come with rails that will slide away under the mattress. Falling out of bed in the middle of the night can be a very frightening experience, so take precautions. Visit the online bed and mattress shop Bedstar.co.uk for a great variety of bedroom furniture.