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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins Newborn twins sleep best when close to one another It's vital to follow safe sleeping recommendations. The right crib arrangement can help your twins develop a consistent routine of sleep. A double bassinet with an divider is a great option for twins. These beds can be used to keep their infants close for diaper changes and mid-night feedings. They are also ideal for infants that may outgrow their bassinets before 2. Space-Saving Twins can share a bed in a bedside cot, provided you adhere to the safe sleeping guidelines (that's to say that they should be laid on their backs with the tops of their heads touching each other, and their feet on opposite ends of the cot). When they're big enough, they can share a bed in a Moses Basket or regular crib. This Delta double bassinet features a mesh divider that allows babies to be separated, but still close. It also has a storage pocket for wipes and snacks. Additionally, it folds flat and makes 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 fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and soothe them. The sides can be raised and lowered for access, and they secure themselves to ensure your child's safety. It is a little longer and heavier than other models, but great for second-floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a bag for travel. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin. Convenience While many parents of twins might be enticed to place their babies in a single bassinet or crib but this is not generally recommended. Rednose recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping space (crib or portable crib or bassinet) in the room of the caregivers/parents until they reach the age of 12 months old to lower the risk of SIDS. This arrangement is known as co-bedding. It has been demonstrated that twins who grew up in this environment have a more synchronized sleeping pattern. A twin bedside cot, such as the Teknum FELLOW 2 is an excellent method to accomplish this. It comes with two separate sets of bedding to ensure that each baby gets their own space. The bedside cot can be easily moved from one room to the next as needed. It is an easy and convenient method to check on your children without disturbing their sleep patterns or waking them up. Double bassinets are a different option. They permit infants to sleep side-by-side and they're perfect for diaper changes or feedings during the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a mesh panel that breathes and is adjustable in height that allows each baby to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper also lower and raise for easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is a cheaper option, has two sleep zones separated by a mesh panel which allows babies to see each the other. The sleeper also swivels around 360 degrees to allow easy access to the infants. For situations that are temporary, such as a family visit or hospital stay Many parents have had the benefits of co-bedding twins using the large moses basket or small bassinette with divider. However, this should be done only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to ensure that babies are properly placed, with their feet to the floor of the cot, and all bedding is securely tucked in to avoid them from becoming suffocating. Safety When twins are sleeping together, the most important security factor is that each baby has his or her own space to sleep in. This ensures that each infant isn't smothered, or choked by the other. It also helps prevent deaths in the cot, which are more prevalent in infants with one parent than in multiples. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that triplets, twins, and higher-order multiples get their own space to sleep in. The best method to achieve this is by having a separate bassinet or twin bedside cots that can be positioned close to your bed when you feed or soothe one of your babies throughout the night. While the American Academy of Pediatrics has recently issued recommendations to reduce the risk of SIDS by encouraging room sharing and avoiding cobedding, a lot of families with multiples and twins find it difficult to adhere to these guidelines (1). A previous study found that a majority of families of twins who were cobedded in the first 3 months at home used unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding). Parents of twins might not adhere to current SIDS guidelines due to a desire to sleep longer and the absence of space in the home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally, socioeconomic status can influence family decisions regarding the arrangement of their sleep. If twins are positioned side-by-side in a small crib or Moses basket, they can easily get caught in their bedding, and possibly choke on one another. If you're planning to sleep your twins in the same cot it is essential to place them in the feet-to-head position and their bedding secured in each cot to limit the possibility of them colliding with each one. One of the safest and more convenient options for twins to sleep separately is a bedside bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. bedside cot for twins has mesh walls that separate twins, giving them their own safe and comfortable, flat sleeping surface. It rotates 360 degrees so you can bring one of your babies closer to you for feedings or calming without having to leave the comfort of your bed, and its sides lower and auto-return every time you move. It is easy to clean, and fits into the standard twin-sized bed frame. Check out 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 lots of planning and consideration especially in regards to where they will sleep and how they'll get a good night's sleep. While decisions about their future room can be made as they age parents often ask what they can do to help them to feel comfortable in the beginning stages. When twins are very young, it is possible to share one crib. Co-bedding is a method for soothing newborns by reminding them of their womb. The key is to ensure that the beds are big enough for 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 is beneficial to coordinate nighttime feeds so that you can wake up one baby before the other. It is crucial to keep in mind that twins are quite different and could develop their own sleeping routines. You might find that one baby sleeps more than the other or is more comfortable being close to you. In this situation, it may be best to give each twin a separate crib or bassinet. When looking for a twin bedside cot look for models with air-tight mesh dividers that create separate sleeping zones. This is particularly important for babies who are prone to overheating, or for families with c-section mothers. Other helpful features include the reversible base, built-in storage space for blankets and toys, as well as easy-to-maneuver wheels. The Arm's Reach cot is an excellent choice for these purposes because it has a spacious sleeping area and is designed with moms who have c-sections in mind. Other options include the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel, but they have a smaller sleeping area than the Arm's Reach cot. Even if they're close, it is not recommended that twins share the bed with an adult. This could increase the risk of SIDS and cause suffocation or strangulation. Instead it is recommended that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins remain in their safe sleeping areas, such as bassinets or cribs, in their parents' room for the first six months.