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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

It is recommended to keep the twins who are just born close to each other however, you must adhere to the safety guidelines for sleeping. The right crib arrangement can help your twins develop the same routine of sleeping.

A double bassinet that has the option of dividing can be an ideal option for twins. These beds can be used to keep their babies close for diaper changes and mid-night feedings. These beds are also great for babies who might outgrow their bassinets when they reach toddlerhood.

Space-Saving

As long as you follow the safe sleeping guidelines, twins are able to sleep in a crib that is bedside crib vs cot side-by-side. They should be positioned on their backs with their heads pointing towards each other and their feet at opposite ends. When they're big enough, they can also sleep together in a Moses Basket or regular crib.

We love this Delta double bassinet, which features a mesh partition so that babies can stay separate, yet close to each the other. It also has a storage pocket for snacks and wipes. It folds flat making it easy to move around the house or take on trips.

Another alternative is this EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart that swivels to bring your twins' fluttery little ones closer to you for feeding and comfort. The sides can be raised or lowered for easy access, and are locked to ensure safety. It's a bit bigger and heavier than the other options, but great for second floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a carry-on bag. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Many parents of twins might be enticed to place their babies in a single bassinet or crib, this is generally not recommended. Instead the Rednose group Rednose suggests that twins be given their own secure sleeping space (crib, bassinet or portable crib) in the parents' or caregiver's room until they reach 12 months old to help reduce the risk of SIDS. This is known as co-bedding. It has been proven that twins who grew up in this environment have a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

A twin bedside cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 is a fantastic method to achieve this. It comes with two separate sets of bedding so that each baby has their own personal space. This bedside cot is also easily moved from one room to another when needed. It offers an easy and convenient way to check on your children without disturbing their sleep patterns or wake them up.

Other options include double bassinets, which have been designed specifically for infants that allow them to remain side-by-side and are ideal for nighttime feeds or diaper changes. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a mesh panel that is breathable and adjustable in height to allow each infant to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper also adjust to lower and raise for quick access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet which is a more affordable option, has two sleep zones separated by a mesh panel, which allows babies to see each the other. The sleeper can also rotate around 360 degrees to allow an easy access for infants.

Many parents have realized that bedding twins in a moses basket, or a smaller bassinette, can be a good solution for situations that are temporary, such as hospitalization or a visit to the family. This should only be done under the supervision a healthcare provider. They will make sure that the babies are properly placed on their feet at the foot of the crib, and all bedding put into.

Safety

The most important safety aspect when it comes to twins is that both babies has their own space to sleep. This ensures that each baby is not smothered or otherwise choked by the other. This also helps avoid deaths in the cot, which are more prevalent in infants with one parent than in multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins, tritons and higher-ordered triplets have their own space to sleep in. This can be done by using a separate bassinet, or twin bedside cot for twins crib that you can bring up to your bed to feed or soothe one of the babies during the night.

While the American Academy of Pediatrics has recently issued recommendations to reduce the risk of SIDS by encouraging room sharing and discouraging cobedding, a lot of families with twins and multiples have found it difficult to follow these guidelines (1). In a prior study, it was discovered that the majority of twin families that co-bedded their children during the first three months of life at home engaged in unsafe sleep habits.

Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS guidelines due to a desire to sleep longer and absence of space in the home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally the socioeconomic standing of a family may influence their decisions about sleeping arrangements.

If twins are placed in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding can easily be pulled together and they could choke eachother. If you choose to put your twins in the same cot together ensure that they are placed in an area in which their feet are close to their heads and that their bedding is placed in each cot with a secure. This will lessen the chances of them choking on each other.

A bedside crib with wheels bassinet, such as the Halo Bassinest Twin, is one of the most secure and more convenient options for twins who want to sleep separately. This double bassinet has mesh walls to divide twins and give them their own safe, flat mattress to sleep on. It can rotate 360 degrees so you can bring your baby closer to you for feedings or calming without having to leave the comfortable bed, and its side walls lower and automatically return when you move. It is also easy to clean and fits into a standard twin-sized bed frame. For a less expensive alternative, look into the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is available at Walmart and offers similar features to the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It is a major life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They also require a great deal of preparation and thought in regards to their sleeping arrangements and how they'll get a good night's sleep. Parents often ask themselves what they can do to help their children feel at ease from an early age.

When twins are young, they can be able to share one crib. This is referred to as co-bedding, and can provide excellent comfort for babies as it brings them back to the mother's womb. It is important to ensure that the beds are large bedside crib enough to allow the infants to be comfortable without touching or bouncing around. You should also be aware that the baby who wakes up first must be fed. It can be beneficial to coordinate feeding times at night so that you can get one of them up earlier than the other.

It is important to keep in mind that twins can have very different sleeping patterns. It could be that one child wakes more than the other or prefers to be closer to you. In this instance it may be beneficial for the twins to share their own bassinet or crib in their room.

Choose a cot with twin beds with breathable mesh dividers for separate sleeping areas. This is crucial for babies more prone to overheating or for families with c-section mothers. A reversible base as well as wheels that are easy to move are also useful features. The Arm's Reach cot, designed for c-section mothers, is a great choice due to its large sleeping area and is easy to maneuver. 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.

It is not recommended to sleep with twins in the same bed with an adult even if they're very close. There is a higher risk of SIDS, and can cause suffocation, strangulation or entrapment. Instead it is recommended that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping spaces, such as bassinets or cribs in their parent's room for the first six months.