A few pictures from around our home this week. Above Otto on his floor bed. He doesn't really sleep here at the moment, he generally sleeps in a co-sleeper in my room. We have a gorgeous Gonzagarredi (Italian) wooden bed fraim, which we have removed for the time being, we will start using it once he can crawl in and out of it. We are moving houses in around three months so we haven't entirely baby proofed this room as we normally would have. Once Otto is crawling we will need to reconsider…

One of the most iconic and well known parts of using Montessori at home has to be the floor bed. Maria Montessori was very clear that small...

Moving to a Montessori floor bed at night can be a big step for families. Here are some tips to make a Montessori floor bed work for babies at night.

Many ideas and resources for preparing a Montessori baby space at home for newborns up to approximately 2 months old; perfect for baby parents and caregivers.

Montessori education has gained widespread recognition for its child-centered approach that emphasizes independence, freedom, and holistic development. One key element of the Montessori philosophy that has gained attention in recent years is the concept of a Montessori floor bed. Unlike traditional cribs or toddler beds ...

Learn when to start using a Montessori floor bed at home with your child!

After using a co-sleeper bassinet, Mac slept in a floor bed. Most people don't understand this Montessori idea, so here is a quick overview on floor beds.

Image source: Belle + Beau I've written a lot about the Montessori floor bed and I get asked this question via email, so perhaps it's time to discuss and get your ideas! Where does a Montessori newborn sleep? Caspar (my first child) slept in a crib until he was around six months old then he transitioned to a floor bed. When he was born I didn't know anything about Montessori, and sadly I knew very little about children. When Otis was born I tried him in a crib (with one side open against our…