Need recommendations for toddler bed

[sfmom]

Since I didn't read Baby Bargains BEFORE I bought my DD's crib, I didn't think about buying a convertible crib. So now, I'm expecting in December, and I've been told I should transition DD out of the crib before then. And since I don't have a convertible crib, a toddler bed is the only option.

Any recommendations for toddler beds? I saw some models on Albeebaby.com, but I'm not sure about the quality. Does it matter that much at this point?

[citymama]

If you're in SF, try IKEA. They have great toddler beds and not too expensive. Since DD is still in her convertible crib/toddler bed, we're going to go straight to a "regular" twin bed for her sometime before she turns 4.

[wendibird22]

We skipped the toddler bed and moved DD (26mos) from her crib to a twin mattress (set on the floor, no box spring for now) just this week to transition her before DD2 arrives in Dec. We thought it might be a "process" but she loves her new room and new bed and bedtime has been a breeze thankfully. Mattresses are so so expensive that we decided not to bother with a toddler bed that wouldn't be used for very long and instead put the money towards a good quality mattress that will last her a good long time.