222. Is It Time to Switch From the Crib to a Bed?

Is your toddler suddenly fighting bedtime, waking overnight, or making you question whether the crib is still working? In this episode, Allison breaks down one of the most common (and stressful) questions parents of toddlers face: Is it time to move from the crib to a bed?

This question often comes up during moments of panic—sleep regressions, big life changes, or developmental leaps—but the answer isn’t always what parents expect. Allison walks through the three most common reasons families consider making the switch and offers an honest, experience-based take on each one.

You’ll learn why:
-- A sleep regression is rarely a crib problem—and why switching to a bed often makes sleep harder, not easier
-- Daycare cot or mat sleep doesn’t automatically mean your child is ready for a bed at home
-- A new baby doesn’t have to mean your toddler gives up their crib
-- Climbing out of the crib deserves attention—but doesn’t always require an immediate bed transition

Allison also shares practical, safety-focused strategies (including sleep sack tips that save many families from transitioning too early), guidance on the ideal age for moving to a bed, and how impulse control plays a major role in successful toddler sleep.

If you’re trying to decide whether to hold onto the crib a little longer—or you’re worried you’re “behind”—this episode will help you slow down, reassess, and make a plan that supports both your child’s sleep and your own sanity.

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