Choosing a bed for a child from 3 years old

If your child is 3 years old or more, then you are definitely faced with the issue of arranging a personal corner for your baby. This is a special and important moment both in the life of the parents and in the life of the child. The bed remains an important item in the children's room. You should arrange everything functionally and conveniently, but at the same time express the individuality and character of your child. Fortunately, today manufacturers offer a huge range of children's furniture for different needs and desires of buyers.

Until the age of three, the child sleeps in an infant crib or with his parents. That is why this age line is too important in the development of the child, he begins to sleep separately and he has his own corner. The selection of beds for children is huge. You can find everything: from a sofa bed to a separate "springboard" for baby sleep. Not all parents will be able to quickly and accurately determine the quality and characteristics of the bed. That is why, before buying, it is better to study in detail the types of cots from 3 years old and their distinctive features.

The first thing to remember is that a crib needs increased safety. It doesn't make sense to buy a large bed for the entire room for a three year old. But what is worth taking care of is the increased safety measures and the softness of the mattress. If you're on a tight budget, prioritize your baby's health and comfort over bedroom size. Speaking about the types of cots from 3 years old, the modern market can offer several options. The types of sleeping places for one child are considered below, but this classification is also relevant for twins, twins and even children of different ages.

In the selection process, you can mix furniture and create your own designs.

• Standard single bed. This option is most often chosen for a long time. Such beds are familiar to everyone. Usually such a bed is bought for a three year old and serves a child up to adolescence. For this reason, discreet design and reliable construction are chosen. It is better to take a single orthopedic mattress 20-30 cm larger than the child's height, for growth. The advantage of this choice is the absence of the problem of buying furniture for the nursery for the next 10-12 years. But the disadvantages include the lack of individuality in the child's sleeping place. Although with stickers, paints and other materials at hand, he can easily correct this oversight. These beds are often equipped with bedside tables or baskets as additional storage space.

• Sofa bed. If you vote for convenience and durability, a sofa bed is what you need. At night it serves as a full bed for a three-year-old, and as a comfortable sofa during the day. The same combination is possible with an armchair-bed. This piece of furniture can be part of your bedroom set if the child sleeps with you or complements his own room.

• Convertible bed. All furniture today can be very functional. This trend is dictated by the fact that people do not have enough free space in the house. With the help of transforming furniture, you will have more storage space that is hidden from prying eyes and does not interfere every day, or simply your bulky furniture can turn into compact suitcases. This approach is especially relevant for a child's room.A three-year-old needs a lot of free space to play and develop, which is why a convertible bed comes in handy. Usually during the day it can look like a small chest of drawers, and in the evening it can turn into a full-fledged bed with a slight movement of the hand. All mechanisms in the bed, as a rule, are reliable and easy to operate, so even a baby can do it.

• "Modular" sleeping place. This bed is also referred to as functional furniture. She does not just hide pillows and a mattress, but creates a whole module from where a table or a doll's castle can be easily reached. Such folding elements make up a complete list of furniture needed by a child. The thoughtful design allows all the mechanisms inside the structure to work like a clock, and the child will happily explore all the hidden corners of the module bed. For twins from three years old, several modules in the nursery will solve all the problems of parents.

• Loft bed or slide. This is perhaps the most crib of all. It will resemble a special island for a child. Usually the sleeping place itself is at the top, so the presence of sides is required. Downstairs there may be a chalabuda, a playground or sports ground. A special joy for a child is to get such a bed with a slide, on which he can go down every morning. With such a descent, it will be quick and easy to raise the child in the morning.

Almost all of these types of beds for a three-year-old are presented with one or two berths. Many complete sets are equipped with additional drawers for bed linen or children's toys. You can also buy soft pillows for playing on the floor or for other entertainment. It is recommended to use the bumpers on a baby bed, especially if the sleeping place is on a dais. Often they are already built into the frame, but if not, then don’t be stingy and secure the child’s life with removable sides. Most often, the side is several vertical slats. They should not be too far apart to prevent the child from sticking a leg or head between them. By the way, boots, like the side panels of structures, can serve not only as protection against falls, but will also be an excellent place for shelves or hanging organizers. This is a good way to teach order from birth.

The modern bedding is also very varied in appearance. And it's not just about girlish or boyish colors. Little princesses can sleep in a real castle, while young Amazons can sleep in a colorful jungle. And boys will not give up the pleasure of sleeping in a racing car or a spaceship. Such a design can greatly help parents, because children will happily run to sleep every night. The choice of bed depends only on the budget, the wishes of the child and adults.

Having dealt with the types of beds, you should pay special attention to the materials from which good beds should be made, because no appearance is important if the bed is of inferior quality. The first thing to remember is a healthy back and a child's sleep. When choosing furniture, you need to pay attention to two aspects - the body and the mattress. The best material for construction is wood. It is a natural base that is free from chemical and radioactive substances, and the natural scent of solid wood soothes the baby. In addition, such material is durable and durable, so it can withstand any tricks of three-year-old robbers. The main disadvantage of good wood is its high price. Along with many other purchases, it can scare parents away, for such cases there are other suitable options.

A cheaper option is a chipboard or MDF frame. These materials are not as reliable and will likely need to be replaced more often, but they are not as expensive. They are also relatively eco-friendly and come in a variety of colors to give free rein to your design choices. We should also pay attention to the material of the sides.They can be both soft tissue and very hard. It all depends on the child's activity in a dream, because their main task is safety.

But what is better not to use is metal and plastic structures. They are completely unhealthy for the baby's health due to chemical impurities that are added during production. To make matters worse, if you choose a poor base, the plastic or metal can bend or break during sleep and cause damage to a three-year-old toddler. In any case, you should beware of sharp corners and roughness on the structure, because active children can harm themselves with them. When buying, it is worth making sure that all mechanisms are working properly, and in the process of using furniture, you regularly need to check the quality of the entire structure.

But the purchase does not end with the right case. It is equally important to decide on a mattress. A quality mattress is, first of all, the comfort of the child. A bad choice affects the newly formed spine and internal organs of a small person, so in this matter, thoroughness will not hurt. First you need to decide on the size of the mattress. A large one will not fit into the frame, and a small child will slide off. Typically, the body is made to fit standard mattress sizes, so this should not be a problem.

As usual, mattresses for children from three years old are divided into spring, springless and orthopedic. The most correct option is the last one. A high-quality orthopedic mattress is the prevention of the early stages of the development of diseases of the back and other internal organs. It is not surprising that the price of an orthopedic mattress can "bite". Then you can choose the remaining options, but it should be borne in mind that they need to be changed regularly so that the springs and batting do not cake.

Since childhood, a soft bed is considered the standard, but for the back of a child it is better to choose more rigid substrates. The mattress is no exception. To create comfort during sleep, it is ideal to use soft and pleasant to the body mattress covers, which create an additional delicate layer. In addition, the covers are easy to change and wash, and the mattress stays clean. All components of the mattress must be durable and environmentally friendly. Materials such as linen, knitwear and terry cloth are often used. Softness is created by elastic foam, batting and reliable springs.

The question of the size of the bed as a whole, and of its individual parts, is quite simple. Ideally, choose the size of the bed based on the height of the child. The formula is as follows: the child's height plus 10–20 cm. More or less standard size - 150x75 cm. But you should not blindly focus on the standards, it all depends on the baby's physique and his sleeping habits. The same method is used to select a pillow and a blanket for the child.

Having studied in detail all aspects of the issue of buying a bed for a child from three years old, there are several key criteria for choosing a quality bed.

• All materials used must be environmentally friendly and natural. But do not forget to evaluate the level of wear resistance of the furniture. A tree is best suited for the body, and the right orthopedic mattress is chosen.
• In an attempt to save money, you should not buy a bed that is too large. Be guided by the current size so as not to spoil the child's sleep. The optimal clearance is 20 cm longer than the child's height.
• The bed frame must be strong and not have sharp corners. All mechanisms must work properly so as not to harm their owner during sleep and play.

• When it comes to functionality, it all depends on your needs. But it is still recommended to buy a design with additional drawers, places for entertainment, or a fully functional module. Both adults and children will be able to appreciate such an acquisition at its true worth in the process of use.
• Contemporary design is where children's creativity really comes in.It is recommended to sweep aside the "boring" options and add a real castle for a doll or a whole car station to the children's corner. Do not be afraid to experiment with your child, create a separate fairy-tale world for him. As a result, such furniture will delight the eye of the child, amuse him every day.

In any good furniture store, a wide range of furniture is presented, not only in terms of quality, but also in terms of manufacturers. Furniture from Italy and Canada is especially appreciated, but domestic manufacturers are not lagging behind either. Almost every large company focuses on both a private individual buyer and large volumes of wholesalers. There are also small furniture boutiques with capsule collections. Usually, such furniture is of very high quality, but also has a high cost. If we talk about large manufacturers, then they can find furniture for every taste and budget, almost all collections follow modern trends and can compete equally on the market. And, perhaps most importantly, many firms are ready to modify and shape furniture sets based on the needs of the family.

When choosing a manufacturer, you should pay attention to the following points:

• before buying, check whether you are provided with a warranty card and which cases it covers;
• find out more information about the manufacturer: how many years it has been on the market, what quality certificates it has, how it solves customer support problems;
• learn more about delivery methods and special promotional offers;
• it's still a good idea to get detailed instructions for assembling pieces of furniture or assemble with the help of a specialist, because today many companies provide such services;
• consult about alterations or additions to the design and functional structure of the bed; if the manufacturer is ready for an individual approach to the client, then this indicates a high quality of service.

As stated earlier, children's furniture is full of different design options. There is much more to roam here than with adult kits. Let your child show their individuality through furniture in their own nursery. Stylish beds will decorate the room, so even if you have the most ordinary bed, decorate it yourself. Today there are special paints, adhesive paper, or ordinary stickers. And if your child is afraid to sleep in the dark, then a suitable fun night light will greatly improve the situation.

It is best for the princess to build her own palace, where she can play mothers-daughters or any other games. Another option is a bed of a real oriental beauty with a hut and many pillows. And for a little man, an airplane bed or a whole spaceship is perfect. And if you also build a whole starry sky on the ceiling, there will be no limit to the happiness of a child or children. There are many options for decorating a berth. And it's best to start discussing options with the "real" owner of the room from the very beginning. Remember, at the age of three, you most likely wanted the most unusual bed in the world. Why not make this dream come true for your little one.

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