What age is a bed guard for?
Bed guards and rails are aimed at toddlers, with the recommended age usually being from 18 months to 5 years.
Do you need a guard on a toddler bed?
We all know how much little ones can wriggle and move while they sleep, so a bed guard and protect against your child tumbling out of the bed and on to the floor. Even if you’re using a small toddler bed, which is closer to the floor, that fall out of bed can not only shock but can cause harm.
How long do kids need guard rails on bed?
According to Consumer Reports, parents should remove bed rails when a child is about 5. This is also about the age that most children outgrow toddler beds, as most toddler beds only support children 50 pounds and under.
Does a 2 year old need bed rails?
The improved warnings explicitly state that bed rails should never be used with children younger than two years old. They are intended for children age 2 to 5 who can get out of an adult bed without help.
How can I make my toddler bed safe?
Bed safety
- Make sure you can add guardrails to the bed to prevent falls. Fit the guardrails against the mattress and frame, so there are no gaps.
- Don’t give your child a pillow before age 2.
- Don’t place the bed under a window.
- Don’t use an upper bunk bed or other raised bed for children under age 6.
Do you really need a toddler rail?
This is typically the time most kiddos switch to a bed, and those low rails are easy to scale in comparison to the taller ones on a crib. The main reason rails are necessary is because toddlers are such wild sleepers, as What To Expect’s website pointed out.
Do 5 year olds need bed rails?
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), portable bed rails should only be used with children ages 2-5, who can get in and out of an adult-sized bed without your help. It’s also important that parents choose a bed rail specifically designed for use with children.