A person spends one third of his life sleeping. In order for it to be of high quality, healthy and calm, it is important to choose the right bed. The choice of a children's bed must be approached very seriously and responsibly, since the child spends most of the day in bed. It is in childhood that the spine and nervous system are formed - the more comfortable and correct the sleeping place, the more active, healthy and cheerful the baby will be.
A properly selected bed is a prerequisite for creating a comfortable environment in a child’s room.
Tips for choosing a crib
How to choose a children's bed so that it is comfortable and safe? Although cribs for adult children and newborns have significant differences, they must meet certain requirements:
- You need to choose a crib from natural materials. The child spends up to a third of his time sleeping, so in order to avoid evaporation from polymers, it is better to give preference to wood;
- It is better to opt for sanded wood, but if it is varnished, you need to make sure that it is certified and not dangerous to the baby’s health;
- Select a bed without sharp corners. This move will protect a child of any age;
- Pay attention to the stability of the legs. A child needs a rocking bed or a pendulum only while he is inactive, but for an independent active baby he needs a well-fixed sleeping place.
Dimensions of children's beds depending on the design option
There are many options for children's beds. Each model is designed for a child of a certain age. In the pictures of children's beds you can see the standard sizes of the products. The smallest design has dimensions of 40x80 cm. This is a cradle bed, which is designed for a baby up to 6 months old.
The average sizes of one-and-a-half children's beds reach 120-150 cm in width
A standard wooden children's bed for a newborn has a size of 60x120 cm. The height of the sleeping bed of such designs can vary from 50 to 70 cm, which is determined by the age of the child. The single classic model is characterized by minimum standard parameters of 70x130 cm. The maximum length of the bed can reach 170 cm, which is typical for sliding models. There are non-standard products with a width of 80-90 cm. A teenage single bed design can have a minimum size of 90x180 cm. However, models with a length of 200 cm are more popular.
A bunk bed for two children most often has a height of 1.5-1.8 m. The sizes of the beds may vary. The width of the second tier bed is usually 80-90 cm, length – 200 cm. The lower bed is 20 cm shorter than the upper one. This is because the older child will sleep upstairs and the younger one will sleep downstairs.
The standard width of a single bed is 70 cm, and the length varies from 130 to 170 cm
Types of cribs with one tier
Cot for babies up to four years old
Such cribs are used from birth to 3-4 years. Most models are presented as children's beds with sides that prevent the child from falling out of the bed. For greater safety, it is important to ensure that the distance between the rods is within 4 cm and, in addition, to use protection.
These cribs are equipped with a mechanism for fastening the canopy (it protects against insects).
Children's classic models
Externally, classic cribs are practically no different from adults: rectangular in shape, fixed on 4 legs. The only thing is that the crib is much smaller than an adult. Some parents buy a single adult bed for their child. You can do this, but from a psychological point of view, the child should sleep in a crib that matches his height. In addition, the child may simply get bored with the bed. And current manufacturers make a lot of effort to ensure that the design is suitable for children of different genders and ages, and the children's bed fits harmoniously into the interior of the house.
The crib is equipped with a drawer
A crib with a drawer is perfect for a room with limited space and the drawer will serve as a niche for storing children's bedding or some toys. Children's pull-out beds are very comfortable, but over time, the child may begin to check the contents of the drawers;
Crib with built-in changing table
Combining a baby bed and changing table will save space in the room and will be a very convenient solution for mom. If the baby falls asleep during swaddling or massage, he can be carefully transferred to the crib. And after the child grows up, the table will serve as a small bedside table.
Precautionary measures
As you know, a person during deep sleep cannot control the movements of his body and the design of the purchased bed is not always able to protect the child’s sleep, in this case the following tips can be applied:
- fold the blanket into a border;
- place a chair or other piece of furniture nearby that prevents falls;
- build a slight slope of the sleeping place in the opposite part from the wall;
- raise the edges of the mattress.
Before placing a bed in a child’s room, its choice must be approached with full responsibility, it is necessary to study the advantages and disadvantages of the proposed option, taking into account not only the smallest premises, but also the characteristics of the child’s behavior.
Crib with rocking chair
It’s no secret for mothers that babies can wake up and cry in their sleep. In order not to disturb the baby, you can gently rock him in the crib.
This is a very convenient option for both parents and baby.
But when choosing a rocking bed, you need to pay attention to some details:
- The pumping mechanism should operate smoothly and without sudden jerks;
- The rocking chair should not produce any extraneous sounds;
- Possibility to fix the rocking chair. This mechanism is very necessary after 6 months, when the child becomes more playful.
Most cribs of this type have mechanical rocking, but manufacturers are introducing the ability to automatically rock the baby while sleeping.
Bunk children's beds: photos of popular product options
Wooden bunk beds for children are presented in a wide variety of types. They may differ in the number of beds and design features. Single-seat models have a bed that is located at a certain height. A storage system, work, play or sports area is organized under it.
Bunk beds come in a wide variety of types and styles.
Two-level designs with two berths have different arrangements of single beds. They can be placed perpendicularly, parallel to each other, or located with some offset to one side.
Bunk beds-sofas look unusual and functional. This design can be used for three children. Two same-sex children will sleep on the sofa located on the lower tier, and the third will occupy the upper floor. This is also a good solution for families with a child who live in a one-room apartment. In this case, the parents can sleep on the sofa downstairs and the child can sleep on the bed upstairs.
For three children, separate sleeping places can be located perpendicular to each other. This interesting option is suitable for rooms with high ceilings.
Popular models of wooden transformable bunk beds for children
The most popular model is a bunk pull-out bed for children. It may consist of two or three elements. When folded, the structure takes the place of a single bed. By pulling out one or two lower tiers, you can get separate sleeping places. The elements are either combined with each other or are separate, which allows you to move a separate tier to any place in the room.
A bunk pull-out bed saves a lot of space, because when folded it takes up the space of a single bed
The wardrobe-bed is represented by a folding model, which during the daytime turns into a vertical panel, hiding in the closet. This design allows you to free up to 70% of free space. The bed is equipped with a convenient spring mechanism or gas shock absorbers, which ensure a smooth rise and fall of the base, which even a child can do.
Important! The workplace, meeting safety standards, provides a reduced load on the child’s spine.
For a schoolchild, you can purchase a children's bed-table, in which a single bed is combined with a desk or computer desk. There are several design options. The tabletop can be retractable and hidden under the bed at night. A full table can be located under the bed. An interesting model is a wardrobe-table-bed, in which the base of the bed is retracted into the closet, while the tabletop occupies a horizontal position.
Another type of transformable bed is a design with a podium in which the product is located. This pull-out children's bed allows you to get more free space for organizing a play or work area. The berth can also be placed on the podium, and a convenient storage system is organized at its base.
Transformable children's beds are very popular
Beds for school-age children
These are already independent people for whom it is important that the bed has the following properties:
- High-quality orthopedic mattress;
- The material must be natural and high quality;
- Stability of the structure.
For children under 12 years old, cribs can be of different colors and interesting shapes.
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Cribs for different genders or several children
Beds for girls
For girls, it is better to choose beds in light, delicate colors. It can be peach, soft pink, cream.
Selecting the color
Parents give the greatest preference to white, blue, light blue, pink, green, yellow, brown, gray, beige, black or wenge models.
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What else to pay attention to
When choosing a bed for a finished nursery, you need to take into account the style of the room.
It is recommended to install the bed at some distance from windows and radiators.
For schoolchildren and teenagers, it is worth considering the most practical, universal options for beds made from natural ingredients. Since the child’s preferences will change with age.
Regardless of the size of the bed, it must be equipped with orthopedic mattresses that match the child’s weight.
Models with built-in elements
The bed can be multifunctional. Today, a bed is not just a place to sleep. Manufacturers equip it with storage boxes, models with slides or a play area. And sometimes a closet or desk.
Attached structures, which are additional elements, help distribute space as efficiently as possible and hide unnecessary items.
