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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

Twins who are just born sleep best close to each other, but it's important to follow safe sleeping recommendations. The right crib arrangement can help your twins establish a consistent sleeping routine.

A double bassinet that has a divider is a great choice for twins. These portable beds allow parents to keep their children close during feedings in the middle of the night and diaper changes. These beds are also great for babies who may outgrow their baby bassinets before they reach toddlerhood.

Space-Saving

If you adhere to safe sleeping guidelines, twins can sleep in a crib that is bedside side-by-side. They should sleep on their backs with their heads pointing towards each other and their feet at opposite ends. They can also sleep together in a Moses basket or a crib when they're old enough.

This Delta double bassinet features a mesh divider that allows babies to be separated but still close. It has a handy storage pocket to keep snacks and wipes in the vicinity as well. Plus, it folds flat, making it easy to manoeuvre around the house or take on trips.

This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart, swivels to allow you to bring fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and calm them. The sides can be raised and lowered to make it easier to access them and they are secured for safety. It's a bit longer and heavier than the other options but is great for the second floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a bag for travel. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Many parents of twins might be enticed to put the twins together in one crib or bassinet, this is generally not recommended. Rednose recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping area (crib, portable crib, or bassinet) in the room of the caregivers/parents until they reach 12 months old to lower the risk of SIDS. This is known as co-bedding. It has been demonstrated that twins who have grown up in this environment develop a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

One of the most efficient ways to achieve this is to use a twin bedside cot, like the Teknum FELLOW 2, that comes with two distinct bedding sets, so that every baby can have an area that is comfortable and private. This bedside cot can also easily be moved from room to room when required, and provides a convenient way to check on babies without having to wake them up by re-entering their sleeping space or disrupting their sleep patterns.

Double bassinets are another option. They permit infants to sleep side-by-side and are ideal for feedings or diaper changes during the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, comes with an air-tight mesh divider and a height that can be adjusted so that each baby can be observed and reached at all times, and the sides of the sleeper can be raised and lowered to make it easy to access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is a cheaper alternative, has two sleeping zones that are separated by a mesh panel which allows babies to see each the other. The sleeper can also rotate around 360 degrees to allow easy access to infants.

For temporary situations like a family visit or hospital stay, many parents have found success with co-bedding twins in large moses baskets or a small bassinette that has dividers. This should only be done with the supervision of a healthcare provider. They will make sure that the infants are correctly placed on their feet at the foot of the crib and all bedding put in.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most important safety feature is that each baby has their own sleep space. This helps prevent the baby from being smothered, choked or otherwise choking by the other. It also helps prevent deaths in the cot, which are more prevalent in infants with one parent than in multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins, tritons and higher-ordered multis have their own space to sleep in. The best way to do this is to have a separate bassinet or twin bedside cots that could be brought up close to your bed while you're feeding or soothing one of your babies throughout the night.

While the American Academy of Pediatrics has recently issued guidelines to lower the SIDS risk by encouraging room sharing and discouraging cobedding, many families of multiples and twins find it difficult to follow these guidelines (1). A previous study documented that the majority of families with twins who were cobedded in the first 3 months at home, used unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS guidelines due to a desire to sleep longer and lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition, the socioeconomic status of a family could affect their sleep arrangements.

If twins are placed in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding may easily be pulled together and they may choke on each other. If you decide to place your twins in the same cot together ensure that they are in the position in which their feet are close to their heads, and that their bedding is tucked into the cots securely. This will reduce the chance of them choking on each other.

One of the safest and more convenient alternatives for twins to sleep independently is a bedside bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet comes with an enclosed mesh wall that can divide twins and give them their own flat, secure mattress to sleep on. It can be swiveled 360 degrees, so you can bring your baby closer to you without leaving your bed. The side walls automatically lower and then return with each movement. It's also easy to clean and fits into a standard twin bed frame. For a less expensive alternative, look into the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and has similar features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a significant life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require a lot of planning and consideration especially in regards to where they will sleep and how they will get a good night's rest. Parents often ask themselves what they can do to help their children feel comfortable at an early age.

It is possible for twins to share a cot if they are small. This is called co-bedding and can provide excellent comfort for babies as it brings them back to the birthing process. It is crucial to make sure that the beds are large enough to allow infants to be comfortable without having to touch one the other or move around. Also, remember that the baby that wakes up first should be fed. It can be beneficial to co-ordinate night feeds to ensure that you wake one of them up earlier than the other.

It is important to be aware that twins have different sleeping routines.  bedside crib co sleeper  may find that one child sleeps better than the other or is more comfortable being close to you. In this case, it might be best for the twins to have their own crib or bassinet in their room.

When looking for a twin bedside cot ensure that it has ventilated mesh dividers that can create distinct sleeping spaces. This is crucial for babies who are prone to overheating, or families with c-section moms. Other beneficial features include a reversible base, built-in storage for blankets and toys, as well as easy-to-use wheels. The Arm's Reach cot, which is designed for c-section mothers is a fantastic choice due to its large sleeping space and is easy to move. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are other options, but have smaller sleeping spaces than the Arm's Reach cot.

It is not recommended that twins sleep in the same bed as an adult even if they're close. This increases the risk of SIDS, and may result in suffocation strangulation, or entrapment. Instead the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins sleep in their own safe sleeping spaces, such as bassinets or cribs in their parents' rooms for the first six months.