Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

Twins in the newborn stage sleep best close to each other However, it's crucial to adhere to the safe sleep guidelines. The right crib arrangement will aid your twins in developing a consistent routine of sleep.

A double bassinet that comes with a divider can be a great choice for twins. These beds can be used to keep their infants close for diaper changes and feedings at night. These beds are also great for babies who may outgrow their baby bassinets by the time they reach toddlerhood.

Space-Saving

Twins can sleep together in a bedside rocking crib crib, so long as you follow the safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say that they should be lying on their backs, with the tops of their heads overlapping each other and feet at opposite sides of the cot). Once they are big enough, they can also share a bed in a Moses Basket or a regular crib.

We love this Delta double bassinet, which includes a mesh divider, so that babies can stay separated but still close to one and each other. It comes with a handy storage compartment to keep snacks and wipes close by, too. It can also fold, making it easier to move around the home and take on trips.

Another option is the EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart that swivels to bring your twins' fluttery little ones closer to you for feedings and comfort. The sides can be raised or lowered to make it easier to access them and they are secured for safety. It's a bit heavier and longer than some other options, but it's perfect for second floors or grandparent homes and comes with a travel bag. It's also a lot less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Parents of twins may be tempted to place their babies in a single bassinet or crib but this is not generally recommended. Rednose recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping area (crib or portable crib or bassinet) in the room of the parents or caregivers until they reach 12 months old to lower the risk of SIDS. This arrangement is known as co-bedding. It has been shown that twins who have grown in this environment develop a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

One of the most efficient ways to achieve this is with a twin bedside cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 that comes with two distinct bedding sets, so that each baby can have a personal and comfortable space. This bedside cot is able to easily be moved from room to room as necessary, and also allows you to check on the babies without having to wake them by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their routines.

Other options include double bassinets, that have been specifically designed to allow the infants to remain side-by-side and are ideal for middle-of-the-night feeds or diaper changes. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, comes with an air-tight mesh divider and a height that can be adjusted so that every baby bedside co sleeper can be observed and reached at all times, and the sides of the sleeper are raised and lower to make it easy to access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet which is a less expensive alternative, comes with two sleep zones that are separated by a mesh panel which allows babies to see each one another. The sleeper can also rotate around 360 degrees, allowing an easy access for infants.

Many parents have realized that bedding twins in moses baskets or a smaller bassinette, could be a good option for temporary situations such as hospitalization or a visit to the family. This should only be done under the supervision of a healthcare provider. They will ensure that the babies are properly placed in a crib with their feet at the bottom of the crib, and all bedding put into.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most important safety feature is that each baby has their own space to sleep in. This ensures that each infant is not smothered or otherwise choked by the other. It also helps prevent cot death, which is more common in single babies than in multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins and higher-order multiples get their own sleeping space. This can be done by using an individual bassinet or a twin bedside crib you can place on your bed to feed or sooth one of your babies during the night.

While recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with parents and avoid cobedding, the reality is that a lot of families with twins and higher-order multiples aren't able to comply with these guidelines (1). A previous study revealed that a large majority of families with twins that were cobedded during the first 3 months at home opted for unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not adhere to the current SIDS risk reduction guidelines due to a desire to increase their own sleep duration and the inability to accommodate multiple cribs in the home. Additionally, socioeconomic status can affect family decisions about sleep arrangements.

If twins are placed in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding could easily get caught in their midst and they could choke eachother. If you decide to put your twins in the same cot together, make sure they are in an area that their feet are right next to their heads and their bedding is placed in each cot with a secure. This will decrease the possibility of them colliding on each other.

One of the safer and more comfortable alternatives for twins to sleep independently is a bedside crib to cot bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet has a mesh wall that separates twins to give them each their own safe, flat sleep surface. It can be turned 360 degrees, so you can bring your child closer to you without having to leave your bed. The walls on the sides automatically lower and return with every movement. It is also easy to clean, and fits in a standard twin-sized bed frame. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, consider the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet available at Walmart. available at Walmart and offers similar features to 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 least when it comes to where they will sleep and how they'll get a restful night's sleep. Parents often wonder what they can do to help their children feel at ease from an early age.

It is possible for twins to share a crib when they are small. This is called co-bedding and can provide great comfort to newborns as it reminds them of the mother's womb. The key is to ensure that the beds are large enough to allow the infants to be comfortable, without touching or bouncing around. It is also important to remember that the baby who wakes first needs to be fed. It is beneficial to coordinate night feeds to ensure that you get one baby up before the other.

It is important to keep in mind that twins may have different sleep routines. It could be that one child wakes more frequently than the other or they prefer to be closer to you. In this case, it may be best to provide each twin with their own bassinet or crib.

Choose a cot with twin beds with breathable mesh dividers to create separate sleeping areas. This is crucial for infants that are prone to heat stroke or for families where mothers have had a C-section. Reversible bases and wheels that are easy to move are also beneficial features. The Arm's Reach cot is an excellent option for this purpose, as it offers an ample sleeping space and is designed with moms who have c-sections in mind. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price's Easy Swaivel are both options, but offer a smaller sleeping space 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. There is a higher risk of SIDS and could lead to suffocation, strangulation, or entrapment. Instead, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins remain in their safe sleeping areas, like bassinets or cribs in their parents' rooms for the first six months.