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Mid rise cabin beds & safety?

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BlodynBach · 14/01/2011 13:36

DS has seen a midrise cabin bed & wants it. We're not sure that they are safe. I looked at RoSPA website but they only discuss bunk bed (high rise) accidents. My DS is 5. can anyone share their experiences?

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WhyHavePets · 14/01/2011 13:40

Assuming he has no mobility issues then most 5yo will manage a cabin bed fine. Some come with handles that can be fitted to ladders etc.

From personal experience I have not actually known any child who has had an accident on one (and only one child who had a minor accident on a bunk bed) however, even though I know a lot of children for various reasons) this is not a very scientific way to approach the question!

IMpersonalO it should be fine, the safety requirements are stringent but only you know your child!

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BlodynBach · 15/01/2011 20:22

Thanks WhyhavePets - I think adding handles to the ladeer would be a very good idea. DS is quite sensible but I was concerend he might fall off when getting out of bed at night when he is half awake.