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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins

Twins who are just born sleep best close to each other, but it's important to adhere to safe sleeping guidelines. The right crib arrangement can help your twins establish a consistent sleeping routine.

A double bassinet that comes with the option of dividing can be the ideal choice for twins. These beds can be used to keep their infants close for diaper changes and mid-night feedings. They also work well for infants that may outgrow their bassinets before 2.

Space-Saving

If you adhere to safe sleeping guidelines, twins are able to sleep in a crib that is bedside cot sale side-by-side. They should sleep on their backs with their heads pointing towards each other and their feet on the opposite ends. They can also sleep together in a Moses basket or a regular crib once they're large enough.

We are in love with this Delta double bassinet. It includes a mesh divider, to allow babies to remain separate, yet close to each and Bedside Cot for Twins each other. It also comes with a storage compartment for snacks and wipes. It's also foldable making it easy to move around the house and 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 bedside cot for twins soothe them. The sides can be raised and lowered for easy access and are locked to ensure security. It's a little heavier and longer than other options, but it's great for second floors or grandparents houses and comes with a travel bag. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

It is not recommended that parents of twins sleep their babies in the same bassinet or crib. Instead the group Rednose recommends that twins be provided with their own private sleeping space (crib or bassinet or portable crib) in the parents' or caregiver's room until they turn 12 months old to help reduce the chance of SIDS. This arrangement is known as co-bedding. It has been proven that twins who grew in this type of environment have a more synchronized sleeping pattern.

One of the most efficient ways to make this work is with a twin bedside cot, like the Teknum FELLOW 2 which comes with two separate bedding sets, so that each baby has a personal and comfortable space. The bedside cot can easily be moved from room to another as required, and provides a convenient way to monitor the baby without having to wake them by re-entering their sleeping space or disrupting their routines.

Other options include double bassinets which have been designed specifically to allow the infants to stay side-by-side and are ideal for middle-of-the-night feeding or changing diapers. 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 lower and raise for easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet which is a less expensive option, has two sleep zones that are separated by a mesh panel, which allows babies to see each other. The sleeper also rotates around 360 degrees to allow easy access to infants.

Many parents have realized that bedding twins in moses baskets or a smaller bassinette, is a great option for temporary situations such as hospitalization or a visit to the family. However it is recommended to do this only under the supervision of a healthcare provider to ensure that the babies are properly placed and with their feet towards the floor of the cot and all bedding is securely tucked in to avoid them from becoming suffocating.

Safety

The most important safety aspect for twins is that they have their own sleeping space. This ensures that each baby isn't smothered or trapped by the other. It also helps prevent deaths in the cot, which are more common in single babies than in multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins and higher-order multiples have their own space to sleep in. This can be achieved with a separate bassinet, or a twin bedside crib you can put on your bed to feed or sooth one of the babies during the night.

While recent SIDS risk reduction recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with a parent and discourage cobedding but the reality is that many families of twins and other higher-order multiples have trouble adhering to these guidelines (1). In a prior study, it was found that the majority of twin families that cobedded their children in the first three months of their lives at home were engaged in dangerous sleeping habits.

Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS risk reduction recommendations due to a desire to extend their own sleep time and the inability to accommodate multiple cribs in the home. In addition, socioeconomic status could influence family decisions regarding sleeping arrangements.

When twins are placed side-by-side in a small crib or Moses basket, they can easily be entangled by their bedding and could choke on each other. If you decide to put your twins in the same cot it is important to put them in the feet-to-head position and have their bedding tucked securely into each cot to limit their chances of smothering each one.

A bassinet for bed, 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 a mesh wall to separate twins and provide them with their own flat, safe mattress to sleep on. It swivels a full 360 degrees to bring one of your children closer to you for feedings or to soothe without leaving the peace of your bed. The sides lower and auto-return with each movement. It's also easy to clean and fits in the standard twin bed frame. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, look into the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and comes with similar features as the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

It's a huge change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require a lot of thought and preparation, not least in regards to where they will sleep and how they will get a good night's rest. Parents often wonder what they can do to make their children feel more comfortable from an early age.

When twins are still young, it is possible to share a cot. This is called co-bedding and can provide great comfort to newborns as it reminds them of the womb. The most important thing is to ensure that the beds are large enough for the babies to feel comfortable without touching or rolling around. It is also important to remember that the baby bedside co sleeper who waks first must be fed. It can be helpful to coordinate nighttime feeds so that you can get one of them up earlier than the other.

It is important to be aware that twins have different sleeping patterns. You might find that one of them wakes more frequently than the other or that they prefer to be closer to you. In this situation it might be best to provide each twin with their own crib or bassinet.

Look for twin bedside cots with mesh dividers that are breathable to create separate sleeping areas. This is essential for babies who are susceptible to heat stroke or families whose mothers have had a C-section. Other useful features include an adjustable base, built-in storage space for blankets and toys, and easy-to-use wheels. The Arm's Reach cot is a great choice for these purposes because it has a spacious sleeping area and is designed with c-section moms in mind. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are other options, but have smaller sleeping areas than the Arm's Reach cot.

Even if they're extremely close, it is not recommended for twins to share the bed with an adult. There is a higher risk of SIDS, and can cause suffocation, strangulation, or entrapment. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins be kept in their bassinets or cribs in the parents' rooms for the first six months.