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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

It's best to keep newborn twins close together, but you should also adhere to safety sleep guidelines. Choosing the right crib arrangement will aid in the development of an established routine for sleep.

A double bassinet that has a divider is a great option for twins. These portable beds allow parents to keep their children close during mid-night feedings and diaper changes. They are also great for babies who may outgrow their bassinets before 2.

Space-Saving

Twins can sleep together in a bedside crib and cot crib, so long as you follow safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say that they should be lying on their backs, with the tops of their heads touching each other, and their feet on opposite ends of the cot). They can also sleep together in a Moses basket or regular crib once they're large enough.

We love this Delta double bassinet, which has a mesh divider to allow babies to remain separated but still close to one and each other. It also has a pocket for storage for wipes and snacks. It is also foldable which makes it easy to move around the house or take on trips.

Another alternative is this EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart, which swivels to bring your twins' fluttery little ones closer to you for feedings and calming. The sides can be raised or lowered for easy access, and are secured for security. It is a little longer and heavier than other options but is great for the second floor or homes for grandparents. It also comes with a bag for travel. It's also a lot less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

It is not recommended that parents of twins put 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 caregivers/parents until they reach 12 months to lower the risk for SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding. It has been found that twins who are accustomed to this sleep environment will often form a more synchronized sleep pattern than those who sleep on their own.

One of the most convenient ways to make this work is with twin bedside cots, like the Teknum FELLOW 2, which comes with two separate bedding sets to ensure that each baby can have an individual and comfortable space. This bedside cot is able to easily be moved from room to room as required, and makes it easy to check on the babies without having to wake them by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their rhythms.

Double bassinets are an alternative. They permit infants to be side-by-side, and they're perfect for diaper changes or feedings during the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, features a breathable mesh divider and adjustable height so that each child is visible and reachable at all times, and the sides of the sleeper lower and raise to give easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is a cheaper alternative, has two sleeping zones separated by a mesh, permitting babies to view each one another. The sleeper can also rotate around 360 degrees to allow easy access to the infants.

For short-term situations like a family visit or hospital stay, many parents have found success in co-bedding twins in the large moses basket or small bassinette with a divider. However it is recommended to do this only under the supervision of a healthcare provider to ensure that babies are properly positioned and with their feet towards the foot of the cot, and all bedding securely tucked in, to avoid them from becoming suffocating.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most important security feature is that each infant has their own sleep space. This ensures that each infant isn't smothered or trapped by the other. This also helps to avoid deaths in cots, which are more common with single babies than multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins and higher-order multiples get their own sleep space. The best way to accomplish this is to have a separate bassinet or twin bedside crib with changing table - browse around here - cot that can be positioned close to your bed when you're feeding or soothing one of the babies throughout the night.

Although recent SIDS risk reduction recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with a parent and disallow cobedding, the reality is that a lot of families of twins and other higher-order multiples have difficulty complying with these guidelines (1). A previous study revealed that a large majority of families of twins that were cobedded during the first three months at home, used unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not follow current SIDS recommendations due to the desire to sleep longer and the lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition the socioeconomic standing of a family can influence their decisions about the arrangement of their sleep.

When twins are placed together in a crib or Moses basket, they could easily become entangled by their bedding, and possibly choke on one another. If you choose to sleep your twins together in the same cot it is important to put them in the position of feet-to-head and their bedding secured in the cots to reduce their chances of smothering each one.

A bassinet for bed, such as the Halo Bassinest Twin, is one of the most secure and easier options for twins that want to sleep separately. This double bassinet has mesh walls to divide twins and give them their own flat, safe sleep surface. It can be swiveled 360 degrees, meaning you can bring your baby 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. For a less expensive alternative, look into the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet available at Walmart. available at Walmart and offers similar features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

Welcoming twins or multiples to the world is a major life-changing. Not least, they require a lot of planning and consideration regarding their sleeping arrangements and how they will get a good night's sleep. While decisions regarding their room can be made later in life parents are often unsure of how they can help their children to settle in the early stages.

When twins are young, it is possible to share a cot. Co-bedding is a method for comforting newborns by bringing them back to their womb. The key is to make sure the beds are big enough for babies to be comfortable without touching or bouncing around. It is also important to keep in mind that the baby who waks first must be fed. It can be helpful to co-ordinate night feeds so that you can get one up before the other.

However, it is important to keep in mind that twins are distinct and may develop their own sleep routines. It could be that one of them wakes more than the other or that they prefer to be closer to you. In this instance, it might be best for the twins to have their own bassinet or crib in their room.

When looking for a twin bedside cot newborn cot look for models with air-tight mesh dividers that create distinct sleeping zones. This is especially important for babies that are prone to overheating, or for families with c-section moms. Reversible bases and wheels that are easy to maneuver are also beneficial features. The Arm's Reach cot for bedside, designed for c-section mothers is a great option due to its large sleeping space and is easy to maneuver. Other options include the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swivel however, they have 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. It is an increased risk of SIDS, and may result in suffocation strangulation or entrapment. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins should be kept in their bassinets or cribs in the parents' bedrooms for the first six months.