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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

It is recommended to keep the twins in the infant stage close together, but you should also adhere to safety sleep guidelines. The right crib arrangement can help your twins establish the same routine of sleeping.

A double bassinet that has a divider is a great option for twins. These portable beds allow parents to keep their infants close for diaper changes and feedings at night. These beds are also ideal for babies who are likely to outgrow their baby bassinets before they reach toddlerhood.

Space-Saving

Twins can sleep side-by-side in a bedside cot 6 months plus cot provided you adhere to safe sleeping guidelines (that's to say they should lie on their backs, with the tops of their heads overlapping each other, and their feet on opposite sides of the cot). When they're old enough, they can share a bed in a Moses Basket or regular crib.

This Delta double bassinet comes with a mesh partition that allows babies to be separated, but still close. It comes with a handy storage pocket to keep wipes and snacks nearby, too. Additionally, it folds flat and makes it easy to move around the house or go on trips.

Another alternative is the EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart, which swivels to bring fussy twins closer to you for feeding and comfort. The sides can be raised and lowered to make it easier to access them and they are locked in place for security. It is a little longer and heavier than other models however it is ideal for the second-floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a carry-on bag. It's also much cheaper than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

While many parents of twins may be tempted to sleep the babies together in one crib or bassinet, this is generally not recommended. Rednose suggests that twins have their own secure sleeping area (crib or portable crib or bassinet) in the room of the caregivers/parents until they reach the age of 12 months to lower the risk of SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding and it has been found that twins who are used to this type of sleeping environment generally have a more coordinated sleeping pattern than twins who sleep in separate rooms.

A twin bedside cot, such as the Teknum FELLOW 2 is a fantastic option to accomplish this. It includes two sets of bedding to ensure that each baby gets their own personal space. This bedside cot is able to easily be moved from room to room when needed, and it makes it easy to check on the babies without having to wake them by re-entering their sleeping space or disrupting their sleep patterns.

Other alternatives include double bassinets specially designed to allow the infants to stay side-by-side and are ideal for middle-of-the-night feeding or changing diapers. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a breathable mesh panel and adjustable height that allows each baby to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper lower and raise to allow for easy access. If you're looking for an affordable alternative, the Walmart-exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, featuring two separate sleeping zones, separated by mesh panels that allow babies to see one another and the entire bed is able to rotate 360 degrees, giving an easy access to every infant.

For situations that are temporary, such as an unexpected family visit or hospitalization Many parents have had the benefits of co-bedding twins using a large moses basket or small bassinette with divider. This should only be done with the supervision of by a healthcare professional. They will ensure that the babies are appropriately placed in a crib with their feet at the foot of the crib, and all bedding put into.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most important security factor is that each infant has his or her own space to sleep in. This will prevent each baby from being smothered, choked, or otherwise being choked by the other. It also helps to prevent cot deaths, which are more frequent with single infants than multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins, and higher-order multiples get their own space to sleep in. This can be achieved by using a separate bassinet, or twin bedside crib with changing table crib that you can place on your bed to feed or soothe one of the babies throughout the night.

While recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with parents and disallow cobedding however, the reality is that a lot of families of twins and higher-order multiples have trouble adhering to these guidelines (1). A previous study documented that a large majority of families of twins that were cobedded during the first 3 months at home opted for unsafe sleep practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS risk reduction recommendations due to a desire to increase their own sleep duration and a lack of space to accommodate multiple cribs at home. Additionally, socioeconomic status can affect the family's decisions regarding sleeping arrangements.

If twins are positioned together in a crib or Moses basket, they may easily be entangled by their bedding, and possibly choke on each other. If you choose to sleep your twins in the same cot, it's important to place them in the position of feet-to-head and with their bedding securely tucked into the cots to reduce their chances of smothering each one.

A bassinet that is positioned at the bedside crib co sleeper, like the Halo Bassinest Twin, is one of the safer and easier options for twins who want to sleep in a separate bed. This double bassinet features a mesh wall that separates twins, giving them their own safe and comfortable, flat sleeping surface. It can be rotated 360 degrees, so you can bring your baby closer to you without leaving your bed. The side walls automatically lower and return with every movement. It's easy to clean and fits in a standard twin bed frame. If you're looking for a less expensive alternative, consider the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is available at Walmart and has similar features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a huge change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require a lot of planning and consideration not to mention when it comes to the place they will be sleeping and how they will get a restful night's sleep. While decisions about their future bedroom space are made when they are older parents are often unsure of how they can help their children to settle in the early stages.

It is possible for twins to share a single cot if they are small. Co-bedding is a method for helping newborns feel at ease by bringing them back to their womb. It is essential to ensure that the beds are big enough for infants to be comfortable without having to touch each other or roll around. It is important to keep in mind that the baby who wakes up first should be fed. It is beneficial to coordinate feeding times at night to ensure that you wake up one baby before the other.

It is important to keep in mind that twins have different sleep patterns. It is possible that one child sleeps better than the other or prefers to be near you. In this case, it may be best to give each twin a separate bassinet or crib.

When shopping for a twin bedside cot ensure that it has ventilated mesh dividers that can create distinct sleeping areas. This is especially important for babies susceptible to overheating, or for families with c-section moms. A reversible base as well as wheels that are easy to move are also beneficial features. The Arm's Reach cot, specifically designed for mothers with c-sections, is a great choice because it offers a huge sleeping space and is easy to maneuver. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are other alternatives, but they have smaller sleeping areas than the Arm's Reach cot.

Even if they're close, it's not recommended for twins to share the bed with an adult. This can increase the risk of SIDS and cause suffocation or strangulation. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins should sleep in their own bassinets or cribs in the parents' room for the first six months.