When is a baby too big for a bassinet? Like a tiny boat bobbing in the harbor, bassinets provide newborns with safe and snug sleeping quarters. But as babies grow up too quickly for their parents’ liking, they may need to upgrade from this cozy cradle by trading it in for something bigger – like a crib!
So when do you know your baby’s outgrown his or her little nest? Read on to find out!
When is a baby too big for a bassinet?
As your baby grows, it’s important to stay alert for the signs that they need to transition from a bassinet. When infants can roll over, pull themselves up or sit unassisted they have outgrown this comfortable sleeping space and are ready for a full-sized crib! Additionally, if their weight or height surpasses what is recommended by the manufacturer of your particular model – be sure you upgrade them to something sturdier before long nights become unsafe ones!
How to Know When It’s Time for a Crib
- When your little one is ready to take the next step in their sleep journey, make sure they move on from bassinet to crib. As a guide, when the baby hits 15-20 pounds or surpasses the length of the bassinet it’s time for them to upgrade!
- As your baby leaves the bassinet behind them, it’s time to upgrade their sleeping quarters. Rolling over or pulling themselves up are major milestones that signal a little explorer on the go! Keep safety in mind when transitioning to a crib as they can easily tip over while exploring their new environment.
- Does your baby seem to struggle with sleeping in their bassinet, or wake up multiple times during the night? It may be time for a switch to a crib—its larger and more comfortable size could make all the difference in helping them nod off easier.
How do babies typically outgrow bassinets by around 3 months old?
For the safety of your little one, it’s important to switch from a bassinet to a crib once they reach 3 months old. This is because infants at this age typically have grown into weighing between 10-15 pounds and are becoming more active – making them more likely to roll out or wriggle away! While all babies develop differently, make sure their bed meets demands for size and age so that you can keep up with their growth rate in peace of mind.
What to do when your baby outgrows a bassinet?
Your little one is growing fast, and before you know it they’ll be too big for the bassinet. While this can feel bittersweet, transitioning to a crib as soon as possible is important! To make things smoother on both ends of the switch-over period we suggest placing your baby’s new bed in their current sleeping room so that they become familiar with seeing it there.
You could also leave some favorite toys or blankets nearby – anything that helps them create familiarity will go far during this transition time. When ready, gradually move towards having your tiny tot sleep in their new space for short periods throughout the day and night; like that way adopted by many parents when easing children into encounters such as going to school—slowly but surely making friends with what may initially seem scary ‘new’ territory! With these steps taken care of beforehand—you are surely headed for nothing more than a smooth sailing transfer from bassinette all up until the cot stage!
Conclusion
Congratulations! Your baby is growing, and it’s time to transition them from the snug comfort of their bassinet into a larger bed. If they’re sleeping through the night and taking up more than half of that little space, then you know it’s likely time for an upgrade. We hope this post will be helpful in your journey – thanks for reading! Other parents out there: what tips would you give when transitioning a newborn to the crib? Share away in the comments below – we’d love to hear your wisdom!
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