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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

Twins in the newborn stage sleep best close to one another, but it's important to adhere to the safe sleep guidelines. A proper crib arrangement can help your twins develop a consistent sleeping routine.

A double bassinet that has the option of dividing can be the ideal choice for twins. These beds can be used as portable beds to allow parents to keep their children close during middle-of-the-night feeds and diaper changes. These beds are also great for babies who are likely to outgrow their bassinets for baby when they reach toddlerhood.

Space-Saving

If you adhere to safe sleeping guidelines, twins are able to be in a bedside crib side-by-side. They should be positioned on their backs, with their heads touching and their feet at opposite ends. Once they are big enough, they can also sleep together in a Moses Basket or regular crib.

This Delta double bassinet features mesh dividers that allow children to be separated but still close. It comes with a handy storage pocket to keep snacks and wipes close by and also snacks. It can also fold which makes it easy to move around the house or take on excursions.

Another option is this EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart, which swivels to bring fussy twins closer to you for feedings and soothing. The sides can be raised and lowered to allow access, and they are secured to ensure security. It is a little longer and heavier than other models, but great for second-floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a bag for travel bedside crib. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Parents of twins might be enticed to put the twins together in a single crib or bassinet, this is generally not recommended. Rednose recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping area (crib or portable crib or bassinet) in the room of the caregivers/parents until they reach 12 months to reduce the risk of SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding, and it has been proven that twins who have been accustomed to this sleeping environment will often form a more synchronized sleep pattern than twins who sleep in separate rooms.

One of the most efficient ways to achieve this is with a twin bedside cot wooden cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2, which comes with two separate bedding sets to ensure that each baby has an area that is comfortable and private. This bedside sleeper cot cot is able to easily be moved from room to another as needed, and it allows you to monitor the baby without needing to wake them by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their rhythms.

Other options include double bassinets specially designed to allow the infants to remain side-by-side and are perfect for mid-night feeding or changing diapers. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a mesh panel that is breathable and adjustable in height to allow each infant to be seen and reachable at all times. The sides of the sleeper lower and raise to allow for easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is a cheaper option, has two sleep zones separated by a mesh panel, permitting babies to view each the other. The sleeper also rotates around 360 degrees, allowing easy access to infants.

For short-term situations, such as an unexpected family visit or hospitalization, many parents have found success in co-bedding twins in a large moses basket or small bassinette that has dividers. However this should be done only under the supervision of a medical professional to ensure that the babies are properly placed, with their feet to the foot of the cot and their bedding properly tucked in to prevent them from being suffocated.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most crucial security factor is that each infant has his or her own sleep space. This ensures that each infant isn't smothered or trapped by the other. This also helps avoid cot death, which is more common in single babies than in multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins, triplets and higher-order multiples have their own sleep space. This can be accomplished by using a separate bassinet, or a twin bedside crib you can put on your bed to feed or sooth one of your babies during the night.

Although recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with a parent and discourage cobedding, the reality is that a lot of families with twins and higher-order multiples aren't able to comply with these guidelines (1). In a previous study it was found that the majority of twin families who co-bedded their children during the first three months of their lives at home engaged in unsafe sleeping habits.

Parents of twins may not follow the current SIDS guidelines due to the desire to rest longer and lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally, socioeconomic status can affect the family's decisions regarding sleeping arrangements.

If twins are put in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding could easily be pulled together and they may choke on each other. If you choose to put your twins in the same cot it's important to place them in the position of feet-to-head and their bedding secured in each cot to limit the chance of them smothering each one.

One of the safest and more convenient options for twins to sleep independently is a bedside cot wooden bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet comes with mesh walls to divide twins and give them their own flat, safe sleep surface. It can be swiveled 360 degrees, which means you can bring your child closer to you without having to leave your bed. The side walls automatically lower and return with each movement. It's easy to clean and fits in a standard twin bed frame. Check out the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet at Walmart. It has the same features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a significant life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. Not only that, they require a lot of planning and thinking in regards to their sleeping arrangements and how they can get a good night's sleep. While decisions about their future bedroom space can be taken as they age, parents often wonder how they can help them get comfortable in the early stages.

It is possible for twins to share a cot when they are very small. Co Sleeper Bedside Cot-bedding is a method of helping newborns feel at ease by reminding them of their mother's womb. It is important to make sure the beds are large enough for babies to feel comfortable without touching each other or rolling around. Also, be aware that the baby bedside crib who is the first to wake up should be fed. It is beneficial to coordinate night feeds in order to get one baby up before the other.

However, it is important to keep in mind that twins can be quite different and could have their own sleep routines. It is possible that one baby sleeps more than the other or is more comfortable being close to you. In this situation, it might be best for twins to have their own crib or bassinet in their room.

When shopping for a twin bedside cot, ensure that it has air-tight mesh dividers that create separate sleeping zones. This is crucial for babies who are prone to overheating, or families with c-section mothers. Other beneficial features include an adjustable base, built-in storage for blankets and toys, and easy-to-maneuver wheels. The Arm's Reach cot is an excellent option for these needs since it provides a spacious sleeping area and is designed with mothers who have c-sections in mind. Other options are the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel but they offer less sleeping space than the Arm's Reach cot.

Even if they're close, it's not recommended that twins share the bed with an adult. This could increase the risk of SIDS and lead to strangulation or suffocation. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins should be kept in their bassinets or cribs in their parents' bedrooms for the first 6 months.