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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

It's best to keep twins in the infant stage close together However, you must adhere to safety sleep guidelines. The right crib arrangement can aid your twins in developing an established routine for sleep.

A double bassinet with the option of dividing can be a great choice for twins. These beds can be used as portable beds to let parents keep their infants close for feedings in the middle of the night and diaper changes. They are also ideal for babies who may outgrow their bassinets before baby 2.

Space-Saving

As long as you follow safe guidelines for sleeping, twins can sleep in a crib that is bedside travel crib side-by-side. They should be positioned on their backs with their heads pointing towards each other and their feet on the opposite ends. They can also co-sleep in a Moses basket or regular crib once they're big enough.

We love this Delta double bassinet, which includes a mesh divider, to keep babies separate but close to each other. It also comes with a storage compartment for snacks and twin bedside cot wipes. It can also fold which makes it easy to move around the home and 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 for easy access and are locked in place 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

It is not recommended that parents of twins sleep their babies in the same bassinet or crib. Rednose suggests that twins have their own secure sleeping space (crib or portable crib or bassinet) in the room of the parents or caregivers until they reach the age of 12 months to reduce the chance of SIDS. This arrangement is known as co-bedding. It has been proven that twins who have grown in this environment have a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

One of the most convenient methods to accomplish this is with a twin bedside crib or cot cot, like the Teknum FELLOW 2 that comes with two distinct bedding sets to ensure that each baby has a personal and comfortable space. The bedside cot 6 months plus cot can be easily moved from one room to another when needed. It provides an easy and convenient method to check on your children without disturbing their sleep patterns or wake them up.

Other alternatives include double bassinets which have been designed specifically for infants that allow them to be side-by-side, and are ideal for nighttime feeding or changing diapers. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a mesh panel that breathes and is adjustable in height to allow each infant to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper lower and raise for easy access. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, the Walmart-exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, featuring two sleeping zones separated by mesh panels that allow babies to see one another and the entire bed swivels 360 degrees for easy access to each infant.

Many parents have found that bedding twins in moses baskets or a small bassinette can be a good solution for situations that are temporary, such as a hospital stay or a family visit. This should only be done under the supervision by a healthcare professional. They will make sure that the infants are correctly placed in a crib with their feet at the foot of the crib and all bedding put in.

Safety

The most important security feature when it comes to twins is that both babies have their own sleeping space. This ensures that each baby is not smothered or otherwise choked by the other. It also helps to prevent deaths in cots, which are more common in single infants than multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that tritons, twins and higher-ordered triplets have their own space to sleep in. This can be done with an individual bassinet or twin bedside crib that you can bring up to your bed to feed or comfort one of the babies throughout the night.

Although recent SIDS risk reduction recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with parents and disallow cobedding however, the reality is that a lot of families with twins and higher-order multiples have trouble adhering to these guidelines (1). In a previous study it was found that the majority of twin families who cobedded their children in the beginning of their life at home were engaged in dangerous sleeping habits.

Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS risk reduction recommendations because of a desire to extend their own sleep time and the inability to accommodate multiple cribs in the home. In addition, socioeconomic status could influence family decisions regarding the arrangement of their sleep.

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

One of the safer and more convenient alternatives for twins to sleep separately is a bedside cot 6 months plus bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. This double bassinet features mesh walls that separate twins so that they each have their own safe flat bed. It swivels a full 360 degrees so you can bring one of your children closer to you for feedings or soothing without leaving the comfortable bed. The side walls lower and automatically return when you move. It's also easy to clean and fits into the standard twin bed frame. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, check out the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and comes with similar features to the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a huge change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require lots of thought and preparation, not least in regards to where they will be sleeping and how they will get a good night's rest. While decisions regarding their bedroom space can be taken later in life, parents often wonder what they can do to help them to settle in the early stages.

It is possible for twins to share a cot when they are very small. Co-bedding is a method for helping newborns feel at ease by reminding them of their womb. It is important to ensure that the beds are large enough to allow infants to be comfortable without having to touch one the other or move around. You should also be aware that the baby who awakes first must be fed. It is beneficial to coordinate night feeds in order to awake one baby prior to the other.

However, it is important to remember that twins are very different and they might have their own sleep routines. You may find that one child wakes more than the other, or they prefer to be closer to you. In this instance it is possible to provide each twin with their own bassinet or crib.

When looking for a twin bedside cot, look for models with breathable mesh dividers to create distinct sleeping zones. This is essential for babies who are at risk of heat stroke or for families where moms have had a c-section. A reversible base and wheels that are easy to maneuver are also useful features. The Arm's Reach cot, specifically designed for mothers who have a c-section is a fantastic choice due to its large sleeping area and is easy to move. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are other options, but offer smaller sleeping areas than the Arm's Reach cot.

It is not recommended that twins sleep in the same bed as an adult, even if they are close. This could increase the risk of SIDS and lead to strangulation or suffocation. Instead, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping areas, such as bassinets or cribs in their parent's room for the first six months.