Buying A Twin Size Bed For Your Toddler

Before buying a kid's twin size bed, think of the safety aspects, especially if your child is still a toddler or pre-schooler. Many parents skipped the toddler bed stage entirely and their kids graduate straight to a twin bed.

Height Considerations

So, if you are buying a twin bed set for your toddler, try getting one that is lower to the ground. For instance, you can forget about a tent bed with a slide. Although it looks cool and your toddler would love the slide, imagine the height of the bed from the floor. Thus, stick to twin bed frames that are constructed lower to the ground. Check with the retailer on the height of the bed where the mattress is supposed to be prior to placing your order.

Mattress Thickness

To make it easier for your toddler to get up and down from the twin bed, resist the temptation to buy a mattress that is overly thick. Although thick mattresses are generally more comfortable, the overall height of the bed frame plus the mattress may make it difficult for your toddler to climb up and down from it. Just remember to take into account the height of the bed plus mattress and how tall your child is when making a purchase.

Bed Rail

One safety measure that you would need when buying a twin size bed for kids would be a bed rail. Portable toddler bed rails can be bought and easily installed on a twin bed to prevent your child from rolling off the bed while asleep. You can check out the various types of bed rails that are available on this site.

Alternative Arrangement

Many parents are reluctant to spend money on a toddler bed but are worried about the safety of their young child on a twin bed. If you are facing this predicament, you can consider getting a twin mattress first. Put the mattress on top of a foam puzzle mat or something similar on the floor and let your child sleep there for a few months until she learns not to roll off the mattress. Then only you invest in a twin bed frame. Not only this is safer for your toddler but this is also easier on your pocket if you are on a tight budget. By the way, if you are going to invest in a twin size mattress, make sure you buy a waterproof mattress pad as well.

Trundle Bed

One other option you can consider if you are worried about your child rolling off the bed is to get a twin bed with a trundle bed at the bottom. Some trundle beds are very low to the ground that you can save yourself from worrying about your toddler falling off the bed in the middle of the night. It is also a good investment if you need an extra sleeping space for guests that turn up.

More expensive? Sure, trundle beds would cost you more. But bear in mind that a good bed can potentially last for years. So, don't rule out a trundle bed because it also have its advantages. One parent that I know believes a twin trundle bed is the best choice for young kids. Her reason? Every toddler and pre-schooler would need your company on some nights such as when they are sick or during thunderstorms. When you have a trundle bed, just pull it out and you would be able to keep your child company throughout the night while getting some sleep yourself.

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