When are you supposed to switch to the toddler side?
1110004
It is reccomended you flip the mattress at 12 months or when the child is 20 pounds. Some parents like to flip the mattress to the toddler side at the age of 12 months while others wait until the child is between 18 and 24 months. All of these are acceptable since both sides are designed to be safely used for infants and toddlers. While infants should be placed on their back to sleep on the firmer side, a toddler will most likely find the softer side more cozy. -found this online...
1110005
I know you are not supposed to, but I always used the toddler side because my baby slept better on the softer side. Technically, you are supposed to wait until they are a year old, but you really just have to do what works best for your family.
1110006
There are no set rules for flipping this mattress for a toddler. The infant side is the more firmer side which is recommended for infants. My granddaughter is 15months old now and weighs 22lbs and we haven't flipped it yet. There's not a huge difference from one side to the other. We will flip the mattress when granddaughter moves into a youth bed around age 2. Good Luck. By the way, this crib mattress has held up beautifully with no sags, tears etc. Very satisfied with the quality for the price. Good Luck
1110007
Not sure how much difference there really is. My grandchild is turning 2 in October so we have switched it when we moved a few weeks ago.
142081
Depends on where your child is at developmentally, but my opinion is for around age 3.
519461
My 2 year old is big for it... I'd say between the age of walking and 18 months.
976908
We switched around 7 months. Combination of LO wanting to sit up and we wanted to give him room to play. We thoroughly enjoyed the tub and it was perfect for the early months when LO is some small.
268142
We usually change it after 2-3 times max with our little one since it's so small anyway and there is usually ample room to go in another spot. If you feel there's not enough room for him to go again, then I would change it.
2099335
No need to remove the toddler. you will need two hands to press on the side buttons and lift. As long as your toddler isn't too heavy. My son is 1.5 yrs and over 12kgs and I feel like its getting harder just because he's soo heavy.
1473425
I have a dual, and by the time my daughter was 12 months, her use of the infant side made it actually softer than the toddler side. So now our next baby gets to use the toddler side for better firmness.
1936261
If you cd full time, and want to wash no more than every other day, I would recommend starting with 18 on hand. I like 20-24 better, it gives more room for washing-that way you don't have to wait until the last diaper change of the night before washing. A baby should/needs to be changed at least every 2 hours during the day in any diaper-but especially with cd. This may vary with older children. If you have too many diapers it may encourage you to put off washing them to a third or fourth day which will allow for bacteria to grow and a lot of smell to build up in the diapers.
153899
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.
464740
yes it does lol I didn't know either the first time I went to purchase a toddler bed. Before long you'll be an expert on just about anything kid related trust me lol I made the switch with my daughter around 15 months and haven't had any problems.
1339049
It really depends on things like how tall or active your one year old is. As a general rule, a toddler of any age will need help with it. I find that even our five and seven year old prefer to be pushed than to get it moving themselves.
2154122
Our changer is on the right and it doesn't really matter what side it's on. You are able to use both hands. We keep the wipes on the first shelf down and it's very easy to grab one without even looking away or letting go of baby.
691768
I would say for 5 month olds. The only con I see in this car is that the front seat does not layd (?) as much as the back one, if both kids are facing front. Sometimes I use the car for my old boys (2 and 4 years old), sometimes the 2 yo with the baby (6 months). But it is very easy to change the seats (I do it even when my 2 yo is seated and start kicking the front seat. i simply put him facing me).
1945100
3-4 months depending on how big your baby is and if they are trying to roll over or move alot.
452270
My daughter transitioned around 2 mos of age. She was acting frustrated with the slow flow. I think it depends on each child.
986994
I used the other side once my child was able to sit up. I'd let her play sitting up & would switch her to the other side when I'd wash her. This is a great tub!
800737
We flipped at 15 months; not really sure why. Perhaps if you visit the manufacturer's website you can get a better answer. Babycenter.com is also a good source of information.