Congratulations on your first toddler bed comforter! Your baby has now graduated from the crib to a "big boy/girl" bed.

You have hauled in the toddler bed or converted the crib into a day bed with toddler rail and your little one is excitedly learning how to crawl in and out of their new bed.

Purchasing a comforter may not seem like a big decision, but it should be something you put serious thought into.

First of all, consider your little one's natural body temperature and sleeping preferences.

You don't want to purchase a very thick toddler bed comforter made from very heavy material if your child is naturally warm natured and tends to require less warmth at night.

Also consider the color and type of material that the comforter is made from. Besides keeping your little one comfortable and warm during the night and naptime, this comforter will become a part of the overall décor and should fit into overall feel of the room nicely.

Finally, consider letting your little one take part in selecting their very first comforter. Let them look online at different patterns and colors or consider purchasing a toddler bed comforter with a character or object that you know they really enjoy looking at or playing with!