Could the new toddler bedding from Aden + Anais keep your kid in bed longer? Hey, we'll try anything.

I have a four-year-old. And in spite of putting him to sleep in his own bed each night, I wake up to his sweet little face beside me in my bed almost every single morning. I'm okay with that, but I am ready for whatever magical solution …

Aden and Anais toddler bedding
I have a four-year-old. And in spite of putting him to sleep in his own bed each night, I wake up to his sweet little face beside me in my bed almost every single morning. I'm okay with that, but I am ready for whatever magical solution may keep him in his own bed once in a while so I'm willing to see if the new Aden + Anais toddler bedding bed in a bag does the trick. This is the same, soft Aden + Anais muslin so many babies these days are being swaddled in (my son, included), but it's brilliantly designed so that the flat sheet is attached to the fitted. That means those tiny toddler toes stay toasty; plus it's exceptionally easy to make the bed because you're never looking for matching sheets. So smart.   There are many designs that are absolutely fantastic, there's got to be one your own kid will spark to. And that could be one more reason he may linger in those sheets each morning. I'm partial to the Into the Woods organic fox print myself, but definitely look at all the options on the site. Now I know the Aden + Anais toddler bedding isn't exactly the least expensive on the block (the organic versions run you an extra $20 a set), and that toddler bed sheets do have a limited shelf life. But then, if you're an urbanite with a smaller kid's room and are using a toddler bed in the first place, you probably know that. I also happen to know some five- and six-year-olds who still sleep in toddler beds, so there is the potential for the sheets to get more than a year or two of use. Plus the set is incredibly comfortable, and includes the flat-fitted sheet combo, a 4-layer muslin dream blanket, plus a small pillow and matching pillow case. So essentially you buy one set and you're done. Oh, and about that little boy of mine I kept finding next to me in the mornings? Without a word of a lie, when our Aden + Anais toddler bedding is on his bed, he stays in it all night. I don't know about you, but as far as I'm concerned that's the ultimate testimonial. Then again, the question of whether I am okay keeping the sheets on and never waking up next to him again -- well, that remains to be seen. Try the magical Aden + Anais toddler bedding in classic or organic for your little one. We can't guarantee it will make them sleep through the night, but we can guarantee that it's beautiful and cozy. Thanks to the company for sending CMP a sample for review.

More in BabyView all picks →

Classic strollers for modern parents

Classic strollers for modern parents

Preparing for a new baby makes you suddenly notice every detail of your home—and every piece of gear you’re about to bring into it. For families who appreciate thoughtful design, quality materials, and can afford products that look as be…

Coterie: A diaper brand that lives up to the hype

Coterie: A diaper brand that lives up to the hype

Finding a diaper brand that truly lives up to the hype can feel like a full-time job. Between blowouts, overnight leaks, and sensitive skin, parents quickly learn that not all diapers are created equal. That's one reason Coterie has earn…

The stroller you deserve, from Mockingbird

The stroller you deserve, from Mockingbird

Let’s clear something up: the stroller you push every single day should not feel like a compromise. You want something that looks good, works hard, and doesn’t make you question your life choices halfway through a Target run. Enter Mocki…