Is Your Toddler Ready for a Big-Kid Bed?

How do know when it's time to transition your child from the crib to a big-kid bed? a) You are nine-months pregnant with a second child. b) Your toddler has figured out how to hurdle himself over the side railing. c) You finally saved up $500 to buy a twin mattress.

This amusing essay by an Associated Press writer gives good advice on how to help your child make the move. If you think you're baby is ready for a bed, give this a read.

Here's the link:
http://www.courant.com/features/lifestyle/hc-sundaybedhopper.artfeb03,0,2727703.story274