25 Surprising Facts About Twin Bedside Cot

Choosing a bedside cot for twins (click the next document)

Newborn twins sleep best when close to each other, but it's important to adhere to the safe sleep guidelines. Selecting the best crib arrangement will aid in the development of a consistent routine of sleep.

A double bassinet that comes with the option of dividing can be the ideal choice for twins. These portable beds let parents keep their children close during diaper changes and mid-night feedings. They also work well for infants who might outgrow their bassinets before baby 2.

Space-Saving

As long as you follow safe sleeping guidelines, twins are able to sleep in a bedside cot co sleeper crib side-by-side. They should be positioned on their backs, with their heads touching and their feet on the opposite ends. They can also co-sleep in a Moses basket or a regular crib once they're big enough.

We really love this Delta double bassinet, which includes a mesh divider, to allow babies to remain separate but close to each and each other. It has a handy storage compartment that can keep snacks and wipes close by, too. Plus, it folds flat making it easy to move around the house or take on trips.

This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart can swivel so that you can bring your twins who are fussy closer to you to feed them and comfort them. The sides are lowered and raised to allow access, and they lock into place for security. It's a little heavier and longer than other options, but it's great for grandparents' or second-floor houses and comes with a travel bag. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

While many parents of twins may be tempted to sleep the babies together in one crib or bassinet, this is generally not recommended. Instead, the group Rednose suggests that twins are given their own secure sleeping space (crib, bassinet or portable crib) in the parents' or caregiver's room until they are 12 months old to reduce the chance of SIDS. This arrangement is also known as co-bedding. It has been observed that twins who are accustomed to this type of sleeping environment often form a more synchronized sleeping pattern than twins who sleep in separate rooms.

One of the easiest ways to make this work is with a twin bedside cot, like the Teknum FELLOW 2, that comes with two distinct bedding sets to ensure that each baby can have an area that is comfortable and private. This bedside cot is able to easily be moved from room to another as needed, and it allows you to check on babies without having to wake them up by re-entering their sleep zone or disrupting their sleep patterns.

Double bassinets are an alternative. They permit babies to sleep side-byside, and are perfect for feedings and diaper changes during the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, comes with an air-tight mesh divider and an adjustable height to ensure that every baby can be observed and reached at all times, and the sides of the sleeper are raised and lower to give easy access. Walmart's Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet which is a less expensive alternative, comes with two sleep zones separated by a mesh, which allows babies to see each one another. The sleeper also rotates around 360 degrees, allowing an easy access for infants.

Many parents have discovered that co-bedding twins with moses baskets or a smaller bassinette, is a great option for temporary situations such as hospitalization 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 properly positioned in a cot, with their feet at the floor of the cot, and all bedding properly tucked in to avoid them from becoming suffocating.

Safety

When twins sleep together, the most crucial safety feature is that each infant has their own space to sleep in. This prevents every baby from being smothered, choked or otherwise being choked by the other. It also helps to prevent cot death, which is more common in single babies than in multiples.

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

Although recent SIDS risk reduction recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with a parent and discourage cobedding however, the reality is that many families with twins and higher-order multiples have difficulty complying with these guidelines (1). A previous study revealed that the majority of families of twins who were cobedded in the first three months at home, used unsafe sleep practices (room sharing without cobedding).

Parents of twins may not follow the current SIDS guidelines due to the desire to sleep longer and lack of space at home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition the socioeconomic standing of a family may influence their decisions about sleep arrangements.

If twins are put in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding can easily get caught in their midst and they could choke on each other. If you choose to put your twins in the same cot it is important to put them in a head-to-foot position and with their bedding securely tucked into each cot to minimize the possibility of them colliding with each one.

A bassinet for bed, such as the Halo Bassinest Twin, is one of the safer and most convenient options for twins that want to sleep separately. The double bassinet has a mesh wall that separates twins, giving them their own secure and comfortable, flat sleeping surface. It can be turned 360 degrees, so you can bring your child closer to you without having to leave your bed. The side walls automatically lower and return with every movement. It's easy to clean and fits in the standard twin 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 plenty of thought and preparation especially when it comes to where they will sleep and how they will get a good night's sleep. While decisions about their future room can be made when they are older parents are often unsure of how they can help them get comfortable in the early stages.

When twins are very young, they are able to share one cot. Co-bedding is a method of comforting newborns by reminding them of their womb. It is important to ensure that the beds are big enough to allow babies to feel comfortable without having to touch one others or roll around. It is also important to keep in mind that the baby who wakes first must be fed. It is helpful to coordinate nighttime feeds so that you can awake one baby prior to the other.

It is important to be aware that twins can have very different sleeping routines. You may find that one child sleeps better than the other or prefers to be close to you. In this instance, it may be best to give each twin their own crib or bassinet.

Find twin bedside travel cot cots with mesh dividers that are breathable for sleeping areas that are separate. This is crucial for babies who are susceptible to overheating, or families with c-section mothers. A reversible base and wheels that are easy to maneuver are also helpful features. The Arm's Reach cot is a good option for this purpose because it has a spacious sleeping area and is designed with moms who have c-sections in mind. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel are other options, but have a smaller sleeping space than the Arm's Reach cot.

It is not recommended that twins sleep in the same bed with an adult even if they're close. There is a higher risk of SIDS and could lead to suffocation, strangulation or entrapment. Instead it is recommended that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins remain in their safe sleeping spaces, such as cribs or bassinets, in their parent's room for the first six months.