EIGHTEEN MOUNTH VISIT

When should I move my toddler out of the crib?

Once your child is about 3 feet tall or can climb out of the crib, it is time to introduce a toddler bed. Typically, this occurs around eighteen to twenty-four months.

FAQ/Concerns:

Here are some helpful tips to make the transition a little easier:

Let her be involved in picking the new bed
Put the new bed in her room for a few weeks before the transition period
Start the bedtime routine in the toddler bed and then if she wants, move her to her crib for sleep
Let her take day naps in the toddler bed
Transfer security objects from the crib to the bed
Put the new bed in the position that the crib used to occupy
Refrain from making the switch during a high stress time

At this visit, your child will receive their 4th DTAP (Diptheria Tetanus and Pertussis) vaccine.