In fact it s best to wait until your toddler is at least two to transition to a toddler bed or a twin but the closer your child is to three the better.
Transition crib to toddler bed.
While some toddlers are able to switch into a bed around 18 months.
Just like with other major baby or toddler milestones the transition from a crib to a toddler bed also comes in a range of ages.
There is no best time to move your toddler from a crib to a bed.
By getting your older child comfortably situated.
Begin the transition one to two months before the new baby is due to arrive assuming that your toddler is at least 18 months old says dr.
A convertible crib that turns into a toddler bed with the removal of the front panel can make the change seem less drastic to a toddler.
A toddler can feel cozier and more secure in a toddler bed than in a twin bed and that may make the transition easier for some toddlers.
If your toddler is young consider transitioning to a toddler bed with rails.
Find a few books about the big move and share them with your toddler.
Read all about it.
Point out that the characters in the book are just like you and just as bravely moving on to their new bed.
If a child is comfortable in a crib there s no reason to move to a bed just because your child turns two or even three doesn t mean it s time to make the switch.