5 TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING FROM NURSERY TO BIG KID BEDROOM

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It's time! Maybe your little one is simply growing out of their crib and needs more space. Maybe they have developed a personality that no longer jives with their baby room styling. Or maybe mom and dad are ready to help them grow. Whatever the indications or reasoning, at some point your baby is going to be ready for a "big kid" bedroom probably around the age of 3.

Below I share five simple makeover tips for a smooth transition from the nursery into that more mature space that should be fun for you and them. I knew it was time to makeover my son's nursery that started it all for YouthfulNest, 'City Night Lite', after removing the changing pad and baby toiletries from the changing area.

My son has also developed quite the interest in cars, it's beyond toy cars. He loves flipping through car mags with dad and can name almost any model that drives by us on the road or he's sees parked on the street. I really wanted to bring in "some" of his love of four wheel vehicles into his personal space. Especially since we don't do toys in the bedroom.

We took our time and didn't race through the process. We had a couple speed bumps along the way, like when I told him with excitement he was getting a brand new full size organic mattress from Naturepedic. He wasn't as thrilled as mom was – instead he sulked and almost came to tears in a couple conversations about the change. I asked him why he was so upset and he said, "I just don't want to get rid of my very first mattress." I seized the opportunity to point out that his very first mattress was actually the crib mattress which we had already given away. " Then he said, "Oh, O.K." And we put that discussion to bed. In the end he loves the new bed frame and mattress because it is several inches lower then the original guest bed that was in his nursery so he can easily get up and slide off the bed.

He thinks his new bed and all the other newness is perfect for him!

Lisa Janvrin & son Luca, age 4, in his recently transitioned bedroom

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TIP 1
Make sure items are easily accessible and reachable by A child.

Lets them be more independent.
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Less danger of them crawling up on something to reach other things.

Want your kids to read more? Be sure they can reach lots of books on their own, BABYLETTO $199

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TIP 2
Swap out babyish décor for something more mature

Your environment should grow with them to support emotional growth.
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Swap out wall art, decor pillows and pick-out new bedding that they can appreciate.

Art sculpture any little kids could appreciate

Popping in more cars as art in the wall gallery

Bedding that make for speedy good nights and keeps things classy, RH BABY & CHILD $179

Touches of heir favorite interests with simple whimsical details - VRRMMM! THE LAND OF NOD, $2 each

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TIP 3
Rework areas that were set up for caring for a newborn or baby

Areas like the changing table and glider
should be reworked to reflect new needs and functionality of a young child.

Baby changing area is now all about getting dressed

This new comfy chair has room to grow

A cool rug brings softness for playing and reading, KROMA CARPETS $400

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 TIP 4
Upgrade the bed for supporting physical GrOWTH

A twin mattress might be fine for a few years, but consider investing in a full size
that  they can be in all the way through high school.
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When buying a new mattress consider that they will spend 10-12 hrs on it every day.
Growing bodies of little ones need the right healthy support so do your homework and invest wisely. We went with the Naturepedic 2 In 1 because he still has accidents at night and this style has one is side with an easy to clean exterior and the other side is quilted.

Transitioning to a full size bed means a child has room to grow

Investing in a quality mattress is key for safer sleep and a well, rested child, Naturepedic Verse

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TIP 5
Reconsider safety hazards

With growth comes new capabilities.
Take into consideration potential dangers in any possible spots that
children might be interacting with in a new way
This might be table lamps, dresser draws or books shelves.

Plastic metallic lamp has staying power

Easy-to-reach + rounded edges

A sturdy, low to the ground chair is perfect for safe access by little ones

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BEFORE - Nursery & guest room

BEFORE

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AFTER - A space all grown up for one lucky boy

BEFORE - Nursery changing & dressing station

AFTER - A dedicated dressing area

BEFORE - Nursery feeding & reading nook

AFTER - A spot for reading and relaxing

BEFORE - Nursery baby crib + handmade mobile

AFTER - New functionality, same city charm

BEFORE - Nursery styled with timely trends

AFTER - Mixing it up with old faves, new fun and DIY

Photography for main blog and AFTER images by Ashley Ross @ASHWISDOM

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