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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins Newborn twins sleep best when close to one another, but it's important to follow safe sleeping recommendations. The right crib arrangement can aid your twins in developing an established routine for sleep. A double bassinet with an divider is a great choice for twins. These portable beds let parents keep their children close during diaper changes and feedings at night. They also work well for infants that may outgrow their bassinets prior to 2 years old. Space-Saving Twins can share a bed in a bedside crib, provided you adhere to the safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say they should be laid on their backs, with the tops of their heads facing each other and their feet placed at opposite ends of the cot). They can also co-sleep in a Moses basket or a crib once they're big enough. This Delta double bassinet comes with a mesh divider that allows babies to be separated, but still close. It also comes with a storage compartment for wipes and snacks. It can also fold, making it easier to move around the home and take on trips. Another option is the EZ Fold Twin Bassinet from Walmart, which swivels to bring your twins' fluttery little ones closer to you for feeding and soothing. The sides can be raised and lowered to allow access, and they are secured to ensure security. It is a little longer and heavier than other options, but great for second-floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a travel bag. It's also much cheaper than the Halo Bassinest Twin. Convenience Parents of twins might be enticed to put the twins together in a single crib or bassinet but this is not generally recommended. Rednose recommends that twins have their own safe sleeping space (crib, portable crib, or bassinet) in the room of the caregivers/parents until they reach 12 months to lower the chance of SIDS. This is referred to as co-bedding. It has been shown that twins who have grown in this type of environment have a more synchronized sleeping pattern. One of the easiest ways to make this work is with twin bedside cots, like the Teknum FELLOW 2, that comes with two separate bedding sets so every baby can have an individual and comfortable space. The bedside cot can easily be moved from room to room when required, and provides a convenient way to monitor the baby without having to wake them up by re-entering their sleep zone or disrupting their routines. Other options include double bassinets, which have been designed specifically for infants that allow them to be side-by-side, and are perfect for mid-night feedings or diaper changes. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for example, has an air-tight mesh partition and an adjustable height to ensure that each baby can be observed and reached throughout the night, and the sides of the sleeper lower and raise to make it easy to access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet, which is a cheaper option, has two sleep zones that are separated by a mesh, permitting babies to view each the other. The sleeper also rotates around 360 degrees to allow easy access to the infants. Many parents have realized that co-bedding twins with moses baskets, or a small bassinette can be a good solution for situations that are temporary, such as hospitalization or a visit to the family. However it is recommended to do this only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to ensure that babies are properly positioned in a cot, with their feet at the foot of the cot, and all bedding securely tucked in, to avoid them from becoming suffocating. Safety The most important safety aspect when it comes to twins is that each baby have their own sleeping space. This prevents the baby from being smothered, choked or otherwise being choked by the other. It also helps prevent cot deaths, which are more frequent with single infants than multiples. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that tritons, twins, and higher-ordered triplets have their own space to sleep in. The best way to accomplish this is to have an additional bassinet or twin bedside cot that can be brought up close to your bed when you feed or soothe one of the babies throughout the night. Although recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with parents and disallow cobedding, the reality is that many families with twins and higher-order multiples have difficulty complying with these guidelines (1). In a previous study, it was found that the majority of twin families that co-bedded their children in the first three months of life at home were engaged in dangerous sleep habits. bedside cots uk of twins may not follow the current SIDS guidelines due to the desire to rest longer and the absence of space in the home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition the socioeconomic standing of a family may influence their choices regarding sleeping arrangements. If twins are positioned side-by-side in a small crib or Moses basket, they can easily be entangled by their bedding and potentially choke on one another. If you're planning to sleep your twins together in the same cot, it is essential to place them in the feet-to-head position and with their bedding tucked securely into the cots to reduce the possibility of them colliding with each one. One of the safest and more comfortable options for twins to sleep independently is a bassinet that sits beside the bed like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet features an enclosed mesh wall that can separate twins and provide them with their own flat, safe mattress to sleep on. It swivels a full 360 degrees so you can bring one of your babies closer to you for feedings or to soothe without leaving the comfort of your bed. The sides lower and auto-return every time you move. It's also easy to clean and fits in the standard twin bed frame. For a less expensive alternative, check out the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and offers similar features as the Halo Bassinest. Comfort Being welcomed by twins or multiples to the world is a major life change. Not only that, they require a great deal of planning and consideration when it comes to their sleeping arrangements and how they'll get a good sleep. Parents often ask themselves what they can do to make their children feel comfortable in the early years of their lives. It is possible for twins to share a single cot when they are very small. Co-bedding is a method of soothing newborns by reminding them of their mother's womb. It is crucial to ensure that the beds are big enough for newborns to feel at ease without touching each the other or move around. It is also important to keep in mind that the baby who awakes first needs to be fed. It can be helpful to coordinate feeding times at night so that you can get one of them up earlier than the other. It is important to remember that twins have different sleeping patterns. You may find that one of them wakes more than the other, or they prefer to be nearer to you. In this instance, it may be best to give each twin their own crib or bassinet. Look for twin bedside cots with breathable mesh dividers for separate sleeping areas. This is particularly important for babies who are prone to overheating, or for families with mothers who have had c-sections. Other beneficial features include the reversible base, built-in storage for blankets and toys, as well as easy-to-use wheels. The Arm's Reach cot is an excellent option for these needs since it provides 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 Swivel but they offer smaller sleeping areas than the Arm's Reach cot. It is not recommended that twins sleep in the same bed as an adult even if they're very close. It is an increased risk of SIDS and may result in suffocation strangulation, or entrapment. Instead it is recommended that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins sleep in their own safe sleeping areas, like bassinets or cribs in their parent's room for the first six months.