A high percentage of children associate the crib for babies and their restlessness and activity make it an inappropriate and uncomfortable space.
The moment to go from crib to bed is a key moment in the development of the child. Let's find out when it's better.
Personal development and stage of changes
Usually the transition from crib to bed in children occurs between 24 and 36 months. Sometimes children are the first to show interest in leaving the crib. They feel older and want more space and freedom. Other times it is the parents who must help the child to take the step and expose the advantages of being able to sleep in their own bed, which usually means a more spacious or individual room.
Every parent must weigh the maturity of your child and bet on whether he is able to face this new stage with desire. As with everything, remove the diaper, eat alone ..., the ideal is to see signs in the child that assume that he is ready and not impose. The same if the child is going through a stage of variations such as the passage of school stage… It is essential not to add more modifications in his habitual routine that could destabilize or affect him.
The bed: freedom of movement
In the case of the arrival of a sibling, something that is usually a habitual thing to change a child to bed and leave the cradle to the future tenant, it is counterproductive to do it with little time of margin. The most positive thing for the child is start with the "move" a few months before so that it can be made to its new corner. If he goes through bad nights, he will have more help and attention than when his brother arrives.
After 2 years of age, a need for independence and freedom can be perceived in most children. A high percentage of children associate the crib for babies and their restlessness and activity make it an inappropriate and uncomfortable space. Many children are very busy at night and having more space will make them rest better.
Difficult moment of transition to bed
The child will feel more comfortable in a bed that produces tranquility and is beautiful, despite the fact that the first days of change are awake.
The child who usually gets out of the crib at night is warning that he feels like more space. The best thing is that the first days of the change the bed is surrounded with cushions or barriers to avoid that it falls to the floor. It would also be something to take into account to control that he knows how to get out of bed alone, to avoid falls. The usual thing is that those first days of adaptation are revealed or find it hard to fall asleep. But in no time you will feel comfortable and you will be back to rest as you usually do.
The child is likely to have nightmares or nightmares aggravated by physical separation from their Parents if you move from room to room. Perhaps having a small light, the door open and gradually making him feel more secure will reinforce his illusion. Parents can make him feel worthy of such an award, let him know that he is getting older and that now a very good stage is coming and that it will be a lot of fun for him. All that encouragement will strengthen your ego.
Room and bed to suit the child
A child will be more motivated to sleep in a bed that you like. The bed itself must be resistant and of good quality, but if it is attractive to adults it will fascinate the child. There are cave-type beds, shaped like cars or spaceships, or they can be adorned with fun sheets and bedspreads. If your room It produces relaxation and well-being you will want to stay in it. Painting the walls with pastel colors can bring you the peace you need.
The transit to your bed will be more pleasant if you take naps in it, play and lie down to read or listen to music. The child will come to associate his new bed with moments that make him feel comfortable. By the time the parents see you at ease, it can be extended to evenings. It is important not to force the child if he is uncomfortable. Showing support and patience are the best encouragement.