Spring can be the trickiest season to navigate for sleep.
As
temperatures start to rise during the day but stay cool overnight, many parents
are left wondering, how exactly do I dress my baby for sleep in Spring, so
they’re not too hot when I put them down, but not too cold overnight?
Are you about to take the next significant milestone in your little one's sleep journey by moving them from a cot to big bed?
Do you need some uncomplicated advice on where to get started? Welcome, you've found the right place.
Follow along as we guide you with some expert tricks, product information, safe sleeping tips and we’ll arm you with a cot to bed tool kit, plus so much more. You've got this; we've got you; let's transition to a big bed together.
With love,
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How do I know if my toddler is ready to move to a big bed?
Generally speaking, most toddlers move into a toddler or big bed between the ages of 2 and 3.5 years. Some signs that they might be ready are:
- Are they toilet training and need quick access to the toilet?
- Are they climbing out of the cot or have they outgrown it?
- Are they asking to go into a big girl or boy bed?
But remember that every child is different; if yours is not ready, that's ok. The time will come at the right time for them. You can always try introducing a pillow and a quilt into their cot once they're over 2. This will give them some time to practice before the big move.o arms-out sleeping once showing signs of rolling, release arms by opening the studs on the shoulders. We suggest doing this one arm at a time over several days.
Let’s get you ready to transition. Grab your mini and get choose choosing.
Start with the Organic Toddler Pillow - it features a low profile (3cm) designed to support the correct alignment of the neck during sleep from 2 years of age. Both the pillow and case are made from soft, breathable, 100% GOTS certified organic cotton to prevent those sweaty feels at night.
Our organic cotton fabric is non-toxic and free from harmful chemicals and pesticides for a healthier and more sustainable sleep. With a quilted design to prevent clumping, the Organic Toddler Pillow can be machine washed. Handy, we know.
Add the Waterproof Toddler Pillow Protector
To give parents additional peace of mind and extend the longevity of their child's pillow, we've introduced a noise-free waterproof pillow protector to the toddler bedding line up. Choose to use the protector as a pillow case on its own, or add one of our Pillow Cases over the top for styling and preference.
Highly absorbent GOTS-certified organic cotton terry
Bonded with Polyeurathane inner to help protect your toddler's pillow
Non-toxic and free from harmful chemicals and pesticides
Helps prevent CO2 rebreathing for a healthier and more sustainable sleep
Zip closure to help inner stay in place
Please note, the case is designed to fit our Organic Toddler Pillow only (sold separately), and will not fit a standard pillow.
Fitted Sheets
What your child sleeps on is as important as what they sleep in.
Our Organic Fitted Sheet is the ideal non-toxic, soft and breathable surface for your baby to rest their sweet head on. Made from GOTS-certified Organic Cotton with a little bit of elastane for stretch, the sheet is soft and comforting.
Our NEW 2-in-1 Waterproof Fitted Sheet combines non-toxic waterproof polyurethane material with highly absorbent organic cotton flannel — the perfect mix of practicality, style and safety for toddlers and toilet training preschoolers. Handy tip: Layer two sets of sheets on your mattress so that in the event of a nighttime accident, simply remove the top sheet set and put your little one back to bed quickly.
Next up, the Quilted Coverlet
Transform your child's sleep space with the Quilt Coverlet, perfect for Cots, Single, and King Beds. Made from soft, breathable 100% organic cotton, it offers warmth (3.5 GSM Rating) and comfort throughout the night.
Versatile for use as a blanket or throw, the double-sided design matches the Organic Quilted Pillow Case (sold separately) and pairs with our fitted organic sheets (also sold separately).
Ideal for quilt training in the cot and transitioning to a bigger bed (2 years+), this coverlet provides familiar comfort for your child.
Happy Quilt training and cot-to-bed transitioning.
Lyra Convertible Cot
Sleep in the first five years is a journey, and while we have been with you on that journey in what your mini wears to bed, it's time to introduce what will hold them during sleep. Lyra, the Convertible Cot by ergoPouch.
Lyra will embrace your baby while they sleep and reach milestones until they're ready to leave the comfort of their cot companion and start independent sleeping.
Designed to grow with you and your child.
Before the big move let’s check safety in the room!
Tips for surviving the pitfalls
Yes, there will be some pitfalls like toddlers wandering around in the middle of the night with newfound freedom.
Follow our handy tips to survive this newfound freedom:
• As you're approaching D-Day, involve them in picking their new pillow and quilt.
• Get them excited about it and talk to them about what will be happening.
• Let them role play and learn by putting their teddies and dolls to bed.
• Keep things the same, routines, comforters, night lights, reading and so on. If you're toilet training, don't attempt overnight toilet training at the same time as the bed move, so you don't introduce too many changes at once.
• Get a clock and explain when this hand reaches the 7, you can get out of bed. We know, easier said than done, but it may help have less 5am hall walk.
• Dress them in a Sleep Suit Bag or Sleep Onesie to ensure they keep warm if the quilt falls off.
• If they stay in their bed all night, tell them how proud you are! This too shall pass, remember that!
Organic, natural sleepwear - for a healthier, safer sleep
Organic, natural sleepwear - for a healthier, safer sleep
Did you know your child’s skin is thin, sensitive and porous? This means its open and susceptible to absorbing elements that can be undesirable. We choose to make all our sleepwear and products with natural fibres; GOTS-certified organic cotton and bamboo with a little bit of elastane for stretch.
Our material is certified non-toxic, and all products are made with high quality techniques and built-in safety features. Not only does this keep your child safer overnight, but it also benefits our environment for your children’s children.