Don’t Lose Sleep Over Transitioning to a Toddler Bed — Follow These Expert-Approved Tips

On the day you decide to transition your toddler to their big bed, give them their regularly scheduled nap in the crib. Then, move their toddler bed in before bed. "I also recommend that the first sleep that happens in their toddler bed be at night when their sleep drive is higher and melatonin is working in their favor," Mitchell said.