Tackling the Crib-to-Toddler Bed transition

Let me pass along the key to success:
Your child's readiness
Patience
The possibility of adapting a lot of time
It is not Rush
If we are to move your child to a big bed, really believe your child is ready. If your sleep a little good in his crib and is happy and content, not rock the boat. Most moves are within the range of 1-1/2 years to 3-1/2 years. As a parent, it is exciting for us to witness these milestones, but consider what May, on the other side:

Yo-Yo Syndrome room or hopping: A child frequently in and out of bed
Early Morning winners: How do you like Dora the Explorer song? How about at 5 in the right ear?
When to make your move
I was in your shoes. They want the easier route may be to drag your feet a little longer - wait until he goes off to college and let them worry about it. Fear not, it can be done with a little patience. Here are a few signals to observe that for May are now the right time.

Climbers: When he climbed over and out more than once with full rails, it's time. If the crib rails reached a child nipple line - climber or not - it's time to switch, because climbing is much easier.
Change of address: If he asks to move, he is ready.

Pink or blue? That is correct, it is one of the most pressing reason for the change. Remember, if this change may not welcome nor wanted by your child. Think about it. This new baby comes Waltzing into his home, his occupation Mom and Dad's time and affection. Well, this baby to steal his bed! Unacceptable! It is best to them. They begin to move 2 to 3 months before the arrival of the baby, or wait and start 3-4 months after its arrival, as she is still small and still sleeps in a parlor car.

Toilet Training: Daytime training and drought in the first place, night-time drought is something that takes longer to develop into an infant. But if it happens, easy access to the bathroom is a must and cribs will not be enough.

Anywhere I rest My Head
Any type of bed is fine, really. When choosing a new bed, you have many options. Current child beds are small, low to the ground and have railings built in. Many come in fun shapes and designs. Straight to an adult-size bed is another choice, but be sure to protect from all sides of potential falls. A mattress on the floor May sound crazy, but it works for babies as well. A bed mattress, futon or Old Faithful, the crib mattress, directly on the ground is both practical and comfortable. Avoid using bunk beds in the home until your child is 6 years old. You see, even if your plan is for him to sleep in the lower bunk, his temptation to climb to the top usually gets the best of him. And let's face it .... It's fun to climb around and build fortresses from bunk beds. But finally, a little falling out, meets the head, the fun is over, and nobody remembers how it happened.
To transition, remove the crib and the position of your choice at this point free. Falling asleep and waking up to well-known websites in his room makes the transition easier. Use the same bedding (sheets, blankets) from the crib for a while, even if too small. This applies also breeds comfort and familiarity.

Some other helpful ideas:
Celebrate the new move! Extreme Makeover? Perhaps some new fun sheets, wall carpets and stuffed animals, and make a big deal out!
Gradual introduction: Keep the crib in a room together with the new bed. Use the new bed for NAP and winding down at night (bedtime story, back rub, etc.), but then in the crib to sleep.
It is really up to you and your child how to use this step because you know him or her best. Just remember ... Patience. Give him time, so this is another milestone in a lovingly remembered.