{"id":1115,"date":"2019-08-09T12:04:45","date_gmt":"2019-08-09T16:04:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/?p=1115"},"modified":"2025-08-14T16:33:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T20:33:03","slug":"time-for-a-big-kid-bed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/time-for-a-big-kid-bed\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>10 Tips to Transition Your Child to a Big Kid Bed<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/furniture\/kids-room?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=photo9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-2.jpg\" alt=\"When it comes to toddlers, consistency and routine are key to making any big changes | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-2.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-2-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-2-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s 4 a.m. and you\u2019re in the middle of REM sleep when your hypersensitive parent ears detect jibber-jabber from your child\u2019s room. You know, that same happy baby talk you hear most mornings when your child has determined the day is ready to begin even if the clock and conventional wisdom says otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you nod off back to sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thirty minutes later, you still hear the same baby talk so you go into investigation mode. A glance at the baby monitor shows an empty crib. A second glance\u2014remember, it\u2019s only 4:30 in the morning\u2014still shows an empty crib. Parental reflexes kick in, and you jump out of bed and head directly to your child\u2019s room, expecting to hear crying. After slowly opening the door you discover your child happily playing on the floor with their toys.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Great news, you think, but then you pause and wonder\u2026 how did said child get out of the crib? The sly yet proud smile smeared across your child\u2019s face tells you the answer: they climbed out. And once children have learned that they can climb out of their crib, there\u2019s no going back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now is the time to make a change. Here are 10 tips to help you transition your child to a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/furniture\/kids-room\/c\/kids-beds-and-headboards?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=bigkidbedhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"big kid bed (opens in a new tab)\">big kid bed<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Involve them in the Planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/08_06_19_Chadwick_blog-2.jpg\" alt=\"Making your child feel like their new bed is their decision will help make the switch far easier | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1118 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/08_06_19_Chadwick_blog-2.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/08_06_19_Chadwick_blog-2-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/08_06_19_Chadwick_blog-2-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Making your child feel like their new bed is their decision will help make the switch far easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Young children have an endless amount of curiosity and are constantly learning about the world around them. Take the transition to a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/furniture\/kids-room\/c\/kids-beds-and-headboards?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=twinbedhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">twin bed<\/a> as another learning opportunity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p> By involving them in the planning process, it will help your child feel more comfortable about the change. Find out what they envision for their space&#8230;they might have very strong opinions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Start a Countdown<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large.jpg\" alt=\"A visual representation of your project deadline can be helpful for both you and your child | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1119 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>A visual representation of your project deadline can be helpful for both you and your child!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let your child cross off the days before they go to bed so they can see the progress you\u2019ve made toward the big day. You can also use this as an opportunity to work on counting. How many days until you get to sleep in your new bed?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>&nbsp;3. Take Your Child Shopping with You <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-8.jpg\" alt=\"Making a day out of picking a bed can be a special memory both of you will cherish | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1120 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-8.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-8-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-8-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Making a day out of picking a bed can be a special memory both of you will cherish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start online to get ideas and let them know that they get to help make this decision so they feel like a big part of the process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re done with the shopping trip, take them out for a small treat. What kid doesn\u2019t love ice cream or cookies? Did I mention that I have complimentary cookies, ice cream and candy at all of my stores?  Find a<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/stores\"> <\/a><a aria-label=\"Bob\u2019s location near you (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/stores?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=bobslocationhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bob\u2019s location near you<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Repaint the Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Giving your child\u2019s room a fresh coat of paint can help them feel like they have a brand-new room | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1121 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Is it time to say goodbye to the baby theme in your child\u2019s room?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giving your child\u2019s room a fresh coat of paint can help them feel like they have a new room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you\u2019re already moving around the furniture in the room, you might want to take this opportunity to freshen up the walls.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p> If you\u2019re not set on a specific color, buy a few samples and paint test spots on the walls to see which color you and your child like best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve selected a paint color, you can now look for <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/home-decor\/c\/bedding?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=newbeddinghyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"new bedding (opens in a new tab)\">new bedding<\/a> to match.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Setup <\/strong>the Bed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-5.jpg\" alt=\"Explaining to your child how their new bed is set up will help them feel like a collaborator in the process | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1122 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-5.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-5-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-5-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Make sure to have your child show you where they want the bed in the room! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Corners are great if you want to maximize floorspace for playing. But having the bed up against one wall makes making the bed a lot easier!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Dress the Bed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-4.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up a new bed is the perfect opportunity to show your child how to make their bed | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1123 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-4.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-4-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-4-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Setting up a new bed is the perfect opportunity to show your child how to make their bed\u2014new skills are important!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Let them add their Decorating Touch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-6.jpg\" alt=\"Allow your child to provide the creative finishing touches for their newly-revamped room | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1124 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-6.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-6-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-6-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Does your child have a favorite drawing or photo? Have the picture framed so you can display it in their room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow your child to provide the creative finishing touches for their newly-revamped room.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, this is a child\u2019s room so it&#8217;s a great place to celebrate their art, interests, and have a little more fun in the design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>&nbsp;8. Ensure the Bed is Safe and Secure <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-3.jpg\" alt=\"Safety is the most important part of any new furniture purchase | Bob\u2019s Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1125 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-3.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-3-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Featured-Blog-01-Large-copy-3-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Safety is the most important part of any new furniture purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re concerned about your child falling out of bed in the middle of the night, purchase a bed guard rail to help them make the transition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also position the bed against a wall to protect your child from falling off. If you\u2019ve moved furniture around and are now exposing electric outlets that were previously covered by furniture, make sure each outlet has a cover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Keep the Same Routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A new bed is a big change for your toddler, but you can help ease the transition by maintaining the same bedtime routine. This will help keep a level of consistency that your child is used to while becoming acclimated to a new environment. If you read a book before bed every night, try reading the book in their new big kid bed to help them get used to it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Start on a weekend<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It might take a few days for your child to get used to their new <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/furniture\/kids-room\/kids-beds-and-headboards\/c\/kids-beds-and-headboards\">b<\/a><a aria-label=\"ig kid bed (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/furniture\/kids-room\/c\/kids-beds-and-headboards?utm_medium=content&amp;utm_source=BobsBlog&amp;utm_campaign=bigkidbed&amp;utm_content=bigkidbedhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ig kid bed<\/a>, and that could mean some long nights for you and your child. Start the transition on a Friday night so you have the benefit of the weekend schedule to help cope with the potential for longer nights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Share your Big Kid Bed Story!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, there are a few tips to help transition your toddler to a big kid bed. I\u2019d love to hear any tips and tricks you might have and see photos of your child\u2019s brand-new big kid bed! Share your thoughts and images on social media and tag us @mybobs for a chance to be featured in my feed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s 4 a.m. and you\u2019re in the middle of REM sleep when your hypersensitive parent ears detect jibber-jabber from your child\u2019s room. You know, that same happy baby talk you hear most mornings when your child has determined the day is ready to begin even if the clock and conventional wisdom says otherwise. 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