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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

Newborn twins sleep best when close to one another However, it's crucial to follow safe sleeping recommendations. Choosing the right crib arrangement will help your twins develop an established routine for sleep.

A double bassinet that comes with the option of dividing can be an ideal option for twins. These beds can be used as portable beds to let parents keep their children close during middle-of-the-night feeds and diaper changes. They also work well for infants that may outgrow their bassinets before baby 2.

Space-Saving

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

We are in love with this Delta double bassinet, which has a mesh divider to keep babies separate, yet close to each other. It comes with a handy storage pocket to keep snacks and wipes close by as well. Additionally, it folds flat, making it easy to manoeuvre around the house or take on trips.

This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart is swivelling so that you can bring fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and comfort them. The sides can be raised and lowered to allow access, and they secure themselves to ensure your child's security. It's a bit larger and heavier than other alternatives, but it's a great choice for second floors or grandparents homes, and it comes with a travel cot bedside bag. It's also much cheaper than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Many parents of twins may be tempted to place their babies in a single bassinet or crib, this is generally not recommended. Instead the group Rednose recommends that twins be given their own safe sleeping space (crib or bassinet, or a portable crib) in the parent/caregiver's room until they reach 12 months old in order to reduce the chance of SIDS. This is referred to as co-bedding. It has been proven that twins who have grown in this environment develop a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

A twin bedside cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 is an excellent method to accomplish this. It includes two sets of bedding to ensure that each baby has their own personal space. The bedside crib with changing table cot can easily be moved from room to room when necessary, and also allows you to monitor the baby without needing to wake them by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their routines.

Other alternatives include double bassinets which have been designed specifically for infants that allow them to stay side-by-side and are ideal for nighttime 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 can lower and raise for easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet which is a more affordable alternative, has two sleeping zones that are separated by a mesh, permitting babies to view each other. The sleeper can also rotate around 360 degrees to give easy access to infants.

Many parents have discovered that bedding twins in moses baskets or a small bassinette, is a great option for temporary situations like hospital stays or a visit to the family. However, this should be done only under the supervision of a medical professional to ensure that the babies are placed properly and with their feet towards the floor of the cot, and all bedding is securely tucked in to avoid them from becoming suffocating.

Safety

When it comes to twins sleeping together, the most important security feature is that each baby has his or her own space to sleep in. This will prevent every baby from being smothered, choked or otherwise choking by the other. It also helps to prevent deaths in cots, which are more common with single babies than multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins and higher-order multiplications have their own space to sleep in. This can be achieved with an additional bassinet, or a twin bedside crib you can bring up to your bed to feed or comfort one of your babies during the night.

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

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

If twins are placed in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding can easily get caught in their midst and they could choke on eachother. If you choose to put your twins in the same cot together ensure they are in the position where their feet are next to their heads and their bedding is tucked into each cot with a secure. This will decrease the chances of them choking on each other.

One of the safer and more practical options for twins to sleep independently is a bassinet that sits beside the bed like the Halo Bassinest Twin. This double bassinet has a mesh wall to divide twins and give them their own flat, safe sleeping surface. It rotates 360 degrees so you can bring one of your children closer to you for feedings or soothing without leaving the comfort of your bed, Bedside Cot For Twins and its side walls lower and automatically return every time you move. It's also easy to clean and fits into a standard twin bed frame. Take a look at the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet at Walmart. It has the same features to the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a significant life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require a lot of thought and preparation, not least when it comes to the place they will be sleeping and how they will get a restful night's sleep. Parents often wonder what they can do to make their children feel comfortable at an early age.

When twins are still young, they can be able to share one crib. This is known as co-bedding and can provide excellent comfort for babies as it helps them remember the mother's womb. The most important thing is to ensure that the beds are big enough for the babies 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 can be helpful to co-ordinate night feeds so that you can get one of them up earlier than the other.

It is important to remember that twins may have different sleeping routines. You may find that one baby is waking more than the other, or prefers to be closer to you. In this instance, it might be best for the twins to share their own crib or bassinet in their room.

When looking for a twin bedside baby bed cot, look for models with breathable mesh dividers to create separate sleeping spaces. This is crucial for infants who are at risk of heat stroke or families whose moms have had a c-section. Other beneficial features include a reversible base, built-in storage space for blankets and toys, as well as easy-to-maneuver wheels. 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. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are also options, but have smaller sleeping spaces than the Arm's Reach cot.

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