how to convert to toddler bed? My daughter is ready for a toddler bed but I cannot find any instructions or pictures for that matter of how to convert it to a toddler bed. I've came across a few references to a daybed but that's all. Can anyone help me with this? how to convert to toddler bed? My daughter is ready for a toddler bed but I cannot find any instructions or pictures for that matter of how to convert it to a toddler bed. I've came across a... » Read More how to convert to toddler bed? My daughter is ready for a toddler bed but I cannot find any instructions or pictures for that matter of how to convert it to a toddler bed. I've came across a few references to a daybed but that's all. Can anyone help me with this? « Show Less
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you take the front side off, put the mattress in the lowest setting, and use this product Kidco Convertible Crib Bed Rail to make a short side to keep the toddler from rolling out. graco does not make or sell a conversion kit to make it a "toddler bed" that most people assume.Kidco Convertible Crib Bed Rail
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Just remove the 4 bolts holding the side on that is closest to the stretcher bar.
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you take the front side off, put the mattress in the lowest setting, and use this product KidCo Convertible Crib Bed Rail to make a short side to keep the toddler from rolling out. graco does not make or sell a conversion kit to make it a "toddler bed" that most people assume.
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Thank u for your help but that was very confusing and didn't explain much at all. COuld you PLEASE elaborate? I would really appreciate it!
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I have only used this bed for a child old enough to be in a toddler bed. For younger kids, I recommend a pac n' play. They are made with a firmer mattress that are okay for small babies to sleep on. I would worry about a really small baby getting his face up against the bumper and not being able to breath well.
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The crib comes with a converter rail so you don't need to buy any additional pieces! We love it because it hardly looks like a crib when you convert it to the toddler bed. It's not a full size twin or full bed though.
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I have a convertable crib using toddler bed version now. So its still my crib matress but there is plenty of room to get it on, no struggle or tight fit just right. I measured the matress then checked the bedding info.
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I asked the same question and someone responded, you just take off the front rail to convert to toddler bed.
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My daughter crib, is a regular size. Meaning that is the one that you can take one side off and become a regular toddler bed. I'm not sure of the mini crib dimensions. But you can put the excess under the mattress. Shouldn't be that much of the difference.
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I just received mine. It seems to only convert to a toddler bed, no extra pieces needed.
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Yes, the only thing that doesn't come with this is the conversion to a full bed. But it will have everything you need to go to a toddler bed to a day bed. It takes a while to assemble, but it looks really nice when it's done. Have another person there to help you though.
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This is probably the most asked question regarding this crib. You can see my question above. Short answer- I don't know. I'm still putting my 3 year old into the full crib because I haven't a clue. Sorry...
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Hi Dorian,Technically, a 'toddler' is approximately two-years old, and most likely walking. Their little bones are getting stronger, and are exercised more once they start alking and eventually running. About that time you may want to consider 'turning' the matress to the more orthepedic-friendly side for toddlers and smaller children as their 'comfort-needs' are now differnet than when they were infants.Ultimately it is up to you, but the 'toddler-side' is more chushy, ans supportive of a larger little one . . . .
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To my knowledge, no. A toddler bed still uses the mattress from the original crib and the sides come off of the crib and turns into his first little bed. I believe a twin mattress is larger... But you can always google it to be sure :)
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There's a separate conversion kit (rails, etc.), that you need to purchase in order to convert it from a crib to a bed. If you can, either search by the title for the crib listing itself, or go through your orders and pull up the crib listing; it should show a section of items people bought with the crib, and it may show that kit. Good luck!
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Any standard crib mattress will work (we used a Sealey orthopedic), but when you try to covert it to the toddler bed it requires a larger size mattress that is no longer made, and is impossible to find. I have looked all over the internet trying to find the mattress that this crib requires. I found one site that carried it, it was discontinued, and it had a list price over $200. As I listed in my other review, this a great crib until you want to use the convertible option.
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Hi Melissa,The Cars Playhut Bed Topper will not work on a toddler size bed. It is designed for a twin size mattress. I bought it for my nephew (4 years old) as a Christmas gift and he loves it. I hope this helps.
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Hi Molly, what size bed? Child bed might work but using only 4 on a queen or double bed might not be enough support for a piece of furniture that big. I would be concerned with the middle of bed support. These worked well on my couch because the couch is like a love seat and a chair. Hope that helps.
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You need a regular bed frame. My daughter says her bed is fabulous. Her roommate bought a bed for 800$ and it is so uncomfortable. She really LOVES this one. Looks like a regular bed when it is assembled. She was also able to put it all together herself.
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I just googled and searched the web for it and couldn't find it. To be honest you don't need it. Use sheets/blankets for whatever your child is currently into. I have a 2 year old in this bed now and we just have plain sheets and it's fine. The bed is so cool it's not even needed. I dud find so corvette pillows by googling so there are some out there.