Sunday, February 06, 2011

Getting Used to the Big Girl Bed

We've had a difficult few weeks since Hila fell (jumped?) out of her crib and landed on her head. That very night we said goodbye to her crib and moved Hila into a twin bed (now complete with bed rail) and new room. We are trying to be sympathetic and patient, knowing that it is a big adjustment, but the hours of fighting about going to sleep at night and the missed naps when she's home all day can really be tiring.

We have had a few good nights, particularly those that follow a nap-less day when she literally passes out in bed from exhaustion. Last night, for example, she slept for 14 hours (!!!) and then still took a nap today.

I think we would have waited a bit longer before the big transfer, but the truth is, now's a good time. It gives Hila a good 3-4 months before the new baby comes and takes over her old room.

The number of good nights are becoming more and the number of difficult ones are becoming less, so I assume we're all headed in the right direction.

3 comments:

LearningByReading said...

Making the move now is great idea. Giving your kiddo time before your next is wise :)

B said...

Moving Sophie into a bed before Lilah was born was necessary and smart, but it was one of the hardest things I have done as a parent to date. Glad it's getting easier for you guys! B'shaah Tova!

Canadian Coupon Mom said...

making the move can be hard but if you have another little one on the way it is a great idea. gives your first a chance to be a "big" girl before their is a baby in the house.

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