Introducing your child to a big-kid bed is an exciting time, but your child might not think so. In particular, your eldest might be resistant to change. That’s why parenting expert Alyson Schafer is here to offer tips on how to make the transition as easy as possible.
Watch the video above to hear her advice.
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15 Oh-So-Cool Ikea Bed Hacks For Your Kids' Rooms
Malm dressers(01 of14)
We love this loft bed made with three Malm dressers. Your tween will love all the storage space!Source: Mommo Design (credit:Mommo Design)
Malm Dressers(02 of14)
Kura Bed(03 of14)
This hack is so much fun. Perfect for siblings to sleep and dream in.Get the instructions here: Ikea Hackers (credit:Ikea Hackers)
Kura Bed(04 of14)
This fun and bright bed all started with the Kura reversible bed. We love the added curtains and wallpaper.Source: Fru Silver (credit:Fru Silver)
Kura Bed(05 of14)
How cool is this space bed!?!? Any lover of astronomy or "Star Wars" will love this hack!Get the instructions here: Ikea Hackers (credit:Ikea Hackers)
Hemnes Daybed(06 of14)
The addition of a cloud to the Hemnes daybed not only offers a touch of whimsy but some safety as well for kids who roll around a lot in their sleep!Source: Mommo Design (credit:Mommo Design)
Hemnes Daybed(07 of14)
The Hemnes daybed never looked so cozy thanks to this DIY fabric-covered head board. We also love the drawers underneath for extra storage!Get the instructions here: Honey Bear Lane (credit:Honey Bear Lane)
Mydal Bunkbed(08 of14)
This adorable loft bed/play house started with a simple Mydal frame. Brilliant!Get the instructions here: Houzz (credit:Houzz)
Tarva Bed(09 of14)
A cloth-covered headboard dresses up the simple single Tarva bed frame.Get the instructions here: Making Home Base (credit:Making Home Base)
Mydal Bunk Bed(10 of14)
This pretty bed was made with IKEA's simple Mydal bunk bed. All it took was some paint, curtain rods and curtains to create a fun play space under the loft bed.Get the instructions here: 235 Designs (credit:235 Designs)
Sniglar Crib(11 of14)
This hack makes for an affordable (and adorable) co-sleeping crib.Get the instructions here: Grosgrain Fabulous (credit:Grosgrain Fabulous)
Faktum Kitchen Cabinets(12 of14)
This bed hack uses kitchen cabinets, which creates loads of storage and a secret crawl space for your kids to hide out in.Get the instructions here: Ikea Hackers (credit:Ikea Hackers)
Kura Bed(13 of14)
Turn a Kura bed in to a castle and ball pit with enough room to sleep two!Get the instructions here: Ikea Hackers (credit:Ikea Hackers)
Kitchen Cabinets(14 of14)
Once again, kitchen cabinets are used in this bed hack for storage. We love the dinosaur pulls!Get the instructions here: Weekday Carnival (credit:Weekday Carnival)