Which convertible baby bed to choose?

Categories: Baby's Room

The convertible baby bed is a solution chosen by many parents who wish to limit purchases and opt for more sustainable furniture. Cleverly designed, it transforms as the child grows to meet their needs and offer comfortable sleeping arrangements.

So what exactly is a convertible baby bed? What are its advantages? How to choose a convertible baby bed properly? What other furniture can you opt for? When should you stop using a crib? We explain everything!

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What is a convertible baby bed?

The convertible baby bed is a crib that has the ability to transform.

Indeed, by following the instructions, you have the possibility to change certain elements to create an entirely new piece of furniture. Thus, a crib will become a child's bed.

There are even models that can undergo 3 different transformations. Most often, we talk about wooden convertible baby beds, as this is the most commonly preferred material for making this type of furniture. The convertible baby bed is a model that can be found on baby and children's furniture retail sites.

What are its advantages?

If the convertible baby bed is so successful, it's because it offers several advantages. First, it is an economical solution since it allows you to buy only one piece of furniture that will sometimes last from birth until the child is 6 years old. This avoids buying numerous items to meet the child's needs throughout their growth.

The convertible baby bed is also eco-friendly since it allows you to reuse the same piece of furniture by transforming it. It is therefore a solution that perfectly responds to current challenges aimed at limiting consumption.

Clever, it has been designed to make parents' daily life easier and meet children's needs. It is therefore a completely adequate solution if you want to avoid spending too much, respect the environment, and of course take into account your child's needs.

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How to choose it?

Choosing a convertible baby bed depends primarily on your needs. Indeed, there are several different models.

    The wooden convertible baby bed

    The wooden convertible baby bed is the most frequently chosen model. It is a crib that you can transform into a child's bed later on. It can be used as soon as baby is old enough to sleep in a crib, around 6 months. The dimensions of a convertible baby bed are generally 70x140 cm.

    The convertible twin baby bed

    The twin baby bed is, as its name suggests, designed to meet the needs of twins. With this type of model, you'll therefore find two cribs and then two children's beds. In fact, it's a classic convertible baby bed with the difference that everything is doubled. Of course, the furniture is designed to take up as little space as possible in the room.

    The combination twin baby bed

    If you want your convertible baby bed to last even longer, you have the option to choose a three-stage solution. This is a wooden convertible baby bed that will first be in the form of a bassinet and can then be transformed into a crib and then into a child's bed. Thus, you use your furniture from birth until your children are 6 years old.

    The original baby bed

    Among all convertible baby bed models, it is entirely possible to find an original baby bed. For example, you can opt for a plexiglass baby bed or a vintage-style bed like our Icone convertible baby bed.

    The combination baby bed

    The convertible baby bed can also be a combination baby bed. The combination baby bed allows you to enjoy several pieces of furniture in one. You'll thus find a crib that can evolve into a child's bed, as well as small storage spaces, a changing table, etc.

    What other furniture should you choose for baby's room?

    More than just the bed, you will also be able to install storage furniture and a changing table in your child's room. For storage, we recommend opting for a dresser that will make it easy to store all of baby's things. You can add what's called a removable changing top that will allow you to transform your dresser into a changing table with storage. When baby no longer needs to be changed, the changing top can be removed to continue using the dresser.

    If the space in the room allows, you can also add a wardrobe to store even more items, and why not a small armchair.

    When should you stop using a crib?

    Before the crib, using a bassinet or co-sleeper is recommended. With this type of small bed, baby feels more secure from birth. Then, when baby grows, around 6 months old, they can be placed in a crib (more advice on when to move baby to their room here). It is recommended to continue using this type of bed until about 2 years old, which is when baby starts trying to get out of the crib by climbing over the rail.

    To avoid any risk of falling, it is recommended to place baby in a classic child's bed or Montessori bed for example. Of course, it's by listening to your child's needs that you'll know when the right time is to stop using the crib.