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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 follow safe sleeping recommendations. The right crib arrangement can help your twins develop a consistent sleep routine.

A double bassinet with an divider is the ideal choice for twins. These beds can be used as portable beds to allow parents to keep their babies near for middle-of-the-night feeds and diaper changes. They are also great for infants that may outgrow their bassinets prior to 2.

Space-Saving

Twins can sleep together in a bedside crib, provided you adhere to safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say they should be lying on their backs, with the tops of their heads facing each other, and their feet on opposite ends of the cot). When they're big enough, they can also share a bed in a Moses Basket or a regular crib.

This Delta double bassinet features mesh dividers that allow babies to be separated, but still close. It has a handy storage pocket to keep snacks and wipes close by as well. Plus, it folds flat, making it easy to manoeuvre around the house or go on trips.

This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart is swivelling to allow you to bring your twins closer to you to feed them and comfort them. The sides can be raised and 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 much cheaper than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

It is not recommended that parents of twins place their babies in the same crib or bassinet. Instead the Rednose group Rednose recommends that twins be given their own secure sleeping space (crib or bassinet, or a portable crib) in the parents' or caregiver's room until they reach 12 months old to reduce the risk of SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding. It has been observed that twins who are accustomed to this sleeping environment will generally have a more coordinated sleep pattern than those who sleep on their own.

One of the easiest ways to achieve this is with twin bedside cots, like the Teknum FELLOW 2 that comes with two distinct bedding sets so each baby has a personal and comfortable space. The bedside cot can easily be moved from room to room when needed, and it provides a convenient way to monitor the baby without having to wake them up by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their rhythms.

Other options include double bassinets, specially designed to allow the infants to be side-by-side, and are ideal for nighttime feeding or changing diapers. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a mesh panel that breathes and is adjustable in height that allows each baby bedside co sleeper to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper lower and raise for easy access. If you prefer a more affordable option, the Walmart-exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, having two sleeping zones separated by a mesh panel that allows babies to see each other and the entire mattress swivels 360 degrees for easy access to each infant.

Many parents have realized that co-bedding twins with moses baskets, or a small bassinette can be a good solution in situations of a short duration, such as a hospital stay or a visit to the family. This should only be done under the supervision of by a healthcare professional. They will make sure that the infants are correctly placed in a crib with their feet placed at the foot of the crib and all bedding is tucked in.

Safety

When it comes to twins sleeping together, the most important security feature is that each infant has his or her own sleep space. This will prevent the baby from being smothered, choked, or otherwise choking by the other. It also helps prevent the death of a cot, which is more frequent with single infants than multiples.

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

While recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with a parent and discourage cobedding, the reality is that many families with twins and higher-order multiples have difficulty complying with these guidelines (1). A previous study found that a majority of families with twins who were cobedded in the first 3 months at home opted for unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not follow current SIDS recommendations due to the desire to sleep longer and a absence of space in the home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally, socioeconomic status can affect the family's decisions regarding the arrangement of their sleep.

If twins are placed together in a crib or Moses basket, they may easily get caught in their bedding, and possibly choke on one another. If you choose to put your twins in the same cot it is essential to place them in a head-to-foot position and have their bedding secured in the cots to reduce the chance of them smothering each one.

One of the safest and more convenient alternatives for twins to sleep independently is a bedside cosleeper bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet features a mesh wall to divide twins and give them their own safe, flat mattress to sleep on. It swivels a full 360 degrees to bring your baby closer to you for feedings or calming while still in the comfort of your bed. The side walls lower and auto-return when you move. It's also easy to clean and can be tucked away in the standard twin bed frame. Take a look at the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet at Walmart. It has the same features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It is a major life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require plenty of planning and consideration not to mention in regards to where they will sleep and how they will get a good night's rest. While decisions about their future bedroom space can be taken as they age parents often ask how they can help their children to settle in the early stages.

When twins are young, they are able to share one cot. Co-bedding is a method of comforting newborns by reminding them of their mother's womb. The key is to make sure the beds are large enough to allow the infants to be comfortable, without touching each other or rolling around. Also, remember that the baby that awakes first must be fed. It is helpful to coordinate feeding times at night to ensure that you wake up one baby bedside cot before the other.

It is important to be aware that twins may have different sleep routines. It could be that one baby is waking more than the other or they prefer to be nearer to you. In this case, it may be best to give each twin their own bassinet or crib.

When shopping for a twin bedside cot ensure that it has ventilated mesh dividers that can create separate sleeping areas. This is essential for babies that are prone to heat stroke or for families where moms have had a c-section. A reversible base and wheels that are easy to move are also helpful features. The Arm's Reach cot, which is designed for c-section mothers is a great option because it has a large sleeping area and is easy to move. Other options include the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swivel but they offer a smaller sleeping area than the Arm's Reach cot.

Even if they're close, it is not recommended to let twins share a bed with an adult. This increases the risk of SIDS and may result in suffocation strangulation or entrapment. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins should sleep in their own bassinets or cribs in the parents' rooms for the first six months.