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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins
Twins in the newborn stage sleep best bedside cots close to one another It's vital to adhere to the safe sleep guidelines. A proper crib arrangement can help your twins establish the same routine of sleeping.
A double bassinet with an divider is the ideal choice for twins. These portable beds let parents keep their babies close for diaper changes and feedings at night. They are also ideal for infants that may outgrow their bassinets before 2 years old.
Space-Saving
Twins can sleep side-by-side in a bedside baby sleeper crib, provided you adhere to the safe sleeping guidelines (that's to say that they should lie on their backs with the tops of their heads overlapping each other and feet at opposite sides of the cot). They can also share a bed in a Moses basket or a crib once they're big enough.
We are in love with this Delta double bassinet, which has a mesh divider to allow babies to remain separate, yet close to each and each other. It also comes with a storage compartment for snacks and wipes. It folds flat and makes it easy to manoeuvre around the house or on trips.
This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart, swivels so that you can bring your twins closer to you to feed them and calm them. The sides lower and raise to make it easier for you to get in, and they secure themselves to ensure your child's security. It's a little heavier and longer than some other alternatives, but it's a great choice for grandparents' or second-floor houses, and it comes with a travel bag. It's also much less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.
Convenience
It is not recommended that parents of twins sleep their babies in the same crib or bassinet. Instead the Rednose group Rednose suggests that twins are provided with their own private sleeping space (crib or bassinet, or a portable crib) in the parent/caregiver's room until they reach 12 months old to reduce the chance of SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding, and it has been observed that twins who are accustomed to this sleep environment will typically have a more synchronized sleeping pattern than twins who sleep in separate rooms.
A twin bedside crib with changing table cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 is a great method to achieve this. It includes two sets of bedding so that each baby gets their own space. This bedside cot is also easily moved from one room to the next when needed. It provides a convenient and easy way to monitor your baby without disrupting their sleep or awakening them.
Double bassinets are another option. They allow infants to sleep side-by-side and are perfect for diaper changes or feedings in the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, comes with an air-tight mesh partition and adjustable height so that every baby can be observed and reached at all times, while the sides of the sleeper lower and raise to allow easy access. If you're looking for a more affordable alternative, the Walmart exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, with two sleep zones separated by mesh panels that allow babies to see one another and the entire mattress can rotate 360 degrees to give easy access to each infant.
Many parents have realized that bedding twins together with moses baskets or a small bassinette could be a good option for situations that are temporary, such as a hospital stay or a family visit. However, this should be done only under the supervision of a healthcare provider to ensure that the babies are placed properly and with their feet towards the floor of the cot and their bedding is securely tucked in to prevent them from suffocating.
Safety
When twins sleep together, the most important security feature is that each infant has his or her individual space to sleep. This helps prevent the baby from being smothered, choked, or otherwise being choked by the other. It also helps prevent cot death, which is more common in single babies than in multiples.
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that tritons, twins, and higher-ordered multiples have their own space to sleep in. This can be accomplished with an individual bassinet or a twin bedside crib you can bring up to your bed to feed or soothe one of your 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 disabling cobedding, many families with twins and multiples find it difficult to adhere to 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 their lives at home were engaged in dangerous sleep habits.
Parents of twins may not adhere to current SIDS guidelines due to the desire to sleep longer and a lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally, the socioeconomic status of a family may influence their choices regarding the arrangement of their sleep.
If twins are put in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding could easily get caught in their midst and they could choke on each other. If you decide to sleep your twins together in the same cot, it is important to put them in a head-to-foot position and with their bedding tucked securely into each cot to minimize their chances of smothering each other.
A bassinet for bed, such as the Halo Bassinest Twin, is one of the safest and more convenient alternatives for twins who wish to sleep in a separate bed. The double bassinet has mesh walls that separate twins to give them each their own secure and comfortable, flat sleeping surface. It swivels a full 360 degrees to bring your baby bedside crib closer to you for feedings or to soothe while still in the peace of your bed, and its side walls lower and automatically return with each movement. It's easy to clean and can be tucked away in a standard twin bed frame. For a less expensive alternative, look into the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and comes with similar features to the Halo Bassinest.
Comfort
It's a huge change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require a lot of planning and consideration, not least in regards to where they will be sleeping and how they will get a restful night's sleep. While the decisions regarding their future bedroom space are made when they are older parents often ask how they can help their children to settle in the early stages.
When twins are still young, they can be able to share one cot. Co-bedding is a method for helping newborns feel at ease by bringing them back to their mother's womb. The most important thing is to make sure the beds are large enough to allow the infants to be comfortable, without touching or rolling around. It is important to be aware that the baby who is the first to wake up should be fed. It can be beneficial to co-ordinate night feeds so that you can wake one up before the other.
It is important to keep in mind that twins may have different sleeping routines. You may find that one of them wakes more than the other or they prefer to be close to you. In this case, it might be best for the twins to have their own crib or bassinet in their room.
When you are looking for a twin bedside co sleeper cot look for models that feature air-tight mesh dividers that create distinct sleeping spaces. This is crucial for babies prone to overheating, or for families with c-section moms. Reversible bases 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 choice because it has a large sleeping area and is easy to maneuver. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price's Easy Swaivel are both options, but have a smaller sleeping space than the Arm's Reach cot.
Even if they're very close, it's not recommended that 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 be kept in their bassinets or cribs in the parents' room for the first six months.