Putting a bed against the wall is not an acceptable substitute for a bed rail. Leave at least 9 inches between the bed rail and the footboard and headboard of the bed.ĭon't use the wall as a bed rail.
Be sure they fit tightly with no gaps between the mattress and the rail, so that your child can't get stuck. If they leave a gap or loosen during the night, your child could get trapped, so use the rails strictly according to the instructions and check them each night before use. (See What does the JPMA certification seal really mean?) Bed rails should be used when your child is about 2 until age 5.įollow the manufacturer's instructions when installing bed rails. (Young children should never sleep on waterbeds.) Look for a certification sticker from the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) on the rail or the packaging. And don't use them on bunk beds, waterbeds, youth beds, inflatable mattresses, or a bed without a box spring.
#Bed side rails for toddlers install
Never install portable bed rails on a crib or toddler bed because the mattress is too small to support them. Use bed rails only with adult mattresses and box springs. If you don't have a toddler bed, consider using an adult-size bed and install bed rails to keep you child from falling out of bed. Some children will try to escape from the crib earlier than others, so be sure to make the switch if you see this behavior, even if your child is still less than 35 inches tall. When your child begins to climb out of the crib or reaches a height of 35 inches, it's time to leave the crib behind.
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