The best toddler floor beds

When it's time to upgrade your little one's cot into a toddler bed, why not consider getting them a toddler floor bed?Also known as a Montessori bed, toddler floor beds help to give your child freedom from a cot or crib, while keeping them safe and not having to worry about them falling onto the floor.

It's no secret that toddlers are incredibly wiggly, so if you've taken the sides off of their cot, or have considered buying them a bigger bed, you might be worried about them falling off a higher bed and potentially hurting themselves.

Best toddler floor beds at a glance:

• Best overall toddler floor beds: Montessori Floor Bed with Legs and Slats - buy here on Etsy.
• Best teepee style toddler floor beds: Flair Apache Teepee Bedframe - buy here on John Lewis.
• Best Montessori toddler floor beds: Montessori House Bed Frame with Legs and Slats - buy here on Etsy.

You could just use a bed guard to try and help them stay in their bed, but with a toddler floor bed they lie directly onto the floor, which also gives them the perfect chance to practise getting into bed on their own too. There's also a lot more opportunity to create a cosy sleeping space for your toddler with a floor bed.

Are floor beds safe for toddlers?

Between the ages of two and three years old, you'll probably start considering moving your toddler out of their cot and into a normal bed, or a toddler bed. Floor beds are a great transitional bed for children as they are a lot safer.

When your child can figure out how to put their leg to the top of the cot, the chances of them trying to climb out increase which can result in your toddler hurting themselves. Similar to a standard bed too, your toddler might roll out when wriggling and fall onto the floor. Floor beds are a safer alternative as they are closer to the ground and they can also help to promote independence.

It's important to check the room for potential hazards too when your toddler moves into their new bed. Get on their level and look around the room. Make sure all furniture is secured to the wall and anything your toddler might need, such as books and toys, are within reach to discourage climbing.

Do toddlers sleep better in floor beds?

No bed is guaranteed to make your toddler sleep better, however, a floor bed gives your toddler the space to engage more with bedtime, learn the bedtime routine and explore their room more independently. It allows them to climb in and out of their bed with ease, which can help encourage them to get into bed when it's time to sleep.

Samantha Ball is a Product & Lifestyle Writer for Mother&Baby and freelanced for the website for two years before joining the team full time. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best products and cute outfits.