How Do You Stop A Child Climbing Out Of The Crib?
Between the ages of two and three, children are usually ready to move from a crib to a bed. Some start climbing out of the crib earlier, unafraid of falling. Once a child is out of the crib, the house becomes a place of adventure but full of additional dangers. Parents can follow a few simple steps to keep pre-toddler children in the crib before the eventual move to a bed. Let down the crib mattress. Put the springs on the lowest setting. This increases the distance from the mattress to the top of the crib rail. Move the crib away from other furniture. A dresser or bookshelf in close proximity to a crib aids the escape. Children can pull themselves onto these pieces of furniture and shimmy down using shelves or drawers as steps. Remove climbing aids in the crib. Thick bumper pads, blankets and toys can give children a boost over the rail. Interrupt the action. Parents who walk in on children climbing out of the crib should provide firm instructions not to repeat the behavior. If the cl
