Combined baby bed: advantages for saving space in the bedroom

Categories: Baby's Room

When arranging a small child's room, the main challenge is often to save as much space as possible. Indeed, baby will need many items from arrival, and furniture and storage will be needed to organize it all. Therefore, there are smart solutions such as the combination baby bed which allows you to opt for an all-in-one piece of furniture.

What is a combination baby bed?

A combination baby bed is, as its name suggests, a baby bed that combines several elements in one. Most often, it's a barred baby bed that will be combined with storage such as a dresser or shelves for example. Moreover, the combination baby bed can also provide parents with a changing table. In other words, it concentrates the essential furniture that parents need when baby is born.

Furthermore, there is also what we call the convertible combination baby bed. This is a combination baby bed that can be transformed as the child grows. For example, the barred bed combined with a dresser becomes a child's bed combined with small storage. Our Belem linen combination baby bed for example is a convertible model that includes a convertible baby bed with dresser and changing table. This transformation allows for more durable furniture over time and therefore saves money.

Moreover, there is also the possibility of opting for a convertible twin baby bed. This follows the same principle as previously mentioned, except that it can accommodate and care for two babies at the same time. Note that you will need to pay close attention to humidity in the baby's room.

A real space saver!

The main advantage of the convertible combination bed or simple combination bed is that it's an excellent way to save space in children's rooms. Indeed, combining and nesting several pieces of furniture into one helps to reduce the space occupied by furniture. This way, even the smallest rooms can be furnished optimally.

Thanks to this space saving, you can then consider setting up a play area for baby or a small armchair, particularly to make nursing and falling asleep more comfortable. The space freed up by the combination baby bed therefore offers multiple possibilities to create the ideal room where your child will feel good to grow and thrive.

How to choose it?

The choice of your baby combination bed depends on several criteria that you can take into account:

We recommend choosing wood, as it's more robust and durable, preferably FSC or PEFC certified to ensure it comes from eco-managed forests. It's also preferable to choose materials with low formaldehyde content and solvent-free paints to preserve baby's well-being.

Pay attention to what the chosen furniture provides to ensure you have everything you need to welcome baby. Also take measurements for optimal installation in the room.

Regarding the look of your combination baby bed, it's up to you to choose the one that best matches the room's decor. There are many models and designs that will allow you to find the ideal piece of furniture without difficulty.

Obviously prioritize a brand specializing in children's furniture to ensure the quality and practicality of the chosen furniture.

Finally, price is of course also an important criterion. Keep in mind that if your combination bed is convertible, you won't need to change it for many years.

When to switch to a Montessori bed or big kid bed?

The combination baby bed is first and foremost a crib. It can therefore be used until the child is about 2 years old. In fact, there's no real rule about this, and each parent will need to adapt according to their child. If they start climbing the barrier, feeling cramped, or throwing their stuffed animals overboard, it might be time to give them more space.

At that point, you can transform your combination baby bed into a big kid bed if it's a convertible model. In most cases, you'll then have a big kid bed with dimensions of 70x140 cm. This size is suitable for children up to about 6 years old. After that, you'll need to switch to a 90x190 cm size. If your bed isn't convertible, you can directly opt for a big kid bed or a Montessori bed for example. Above all, listen to your child's needs to understand when this change will be most appropriate.

How to save space in baby's room?

Beyond the combination baby bed, there are other tricks to save space in the baby's room. Opt for smart storage solutions that take up little space and allow you to store maximum belongings such as tall furniture or wall shelves for example.

Moreover, don't hesitate to regularly sort through your child's room. The goal is to avoid accumulating too many clothes and toys that are no longer age-appropriate to free up as much space as possible.