You know Godsgirl; alot of people are suggesting cots for the kids, not sure if they are in the beds because maybe you cant afford cots yet, due to your "newness" but I dont use cots, I just made small sleeping bags from old comforters sewn in half, work like a charm and you can pick them up at resale stores or garage sales, cheap and easy and the kids love them. The kids always pick their "favorite pattern" I also have some LARGE pillows they use for nap time, they are covered with all dif kinds of removable fleece covers. perfect for the germs and drool!!!