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It is recommended to keep the twins in the infant stage close together, but you should also follow safety sleeping guidelines. Selecting the best crib arrangement can aid in the development of an established routine for sleep.

A double bassinet that has a divider is a great option for twins. These portable beds let parents keep their infants close for diaper changes as well as mid-night meals. They also work well for infants who might outgrow their bassinets prior to 2 years old.

Space-Saving

Twins can share a bed in a bedside cot co sleeper cot, so long as you follow the safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say that they should be lying on their backs, with the tops of their heads facing each other and feet at opposite sides of the cot). When they're big enough, they may also sleep together in a Moses Basket or regular crib.

We really love this Delta double bassinet. It has a mesh divider to allow babies to remain separate, yet close to 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 or take on trips.

This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart can swivel so that you can bring fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and soothe them. The sides can be raised or lowered for easy access and are locked in place for security. It is a little longer and heavier than other options but is great for the second floor or grandparents' homes. It also comes with a travel bag. It's also much less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin.

Convenience

Parents of twins may be tempted to put the twins together in one crib or bassinet but this is not generally recommended. Instead the Rednose group Rednose suggests that twins be given their own safe sleeping space (crib, 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 environment develop a more synchronized sleeping patterns.

One of the most convenient ways to make this work is to use a twin bedside cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 which comes with two separate bedding sets to ensure that every baby can have an area that is comfortable and private. This bedside cot is able to easily be moved from room to room when required, and provides a convenient way to check on the babies without having to wake them up by re-entering their sleep zone or disrupting their routines.

Double bassinets are another option. They allow infants to be side-by-side, and are perfect for diaper changes or feedings during the middle of the night. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for example, has an air-tight mesh partition and an adjustable height to ensure that every baby is visible and reachable throughout the night, and the sides of the sleeper are raised and lower to make it easy to access. If you're looking for a more affordable option, the Walmart-exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, with two separate sleeping zones, separated by mesh panels that allow babies to see each other, and the entire sleeper swivels 360 degrees for an easy access to every infant.

For situations that are temporary like an emergency family visit or hospital stay Many parents have had success in co-bedding twins in the large bedside cot moses basket or small bassinette with divider. This should only be done under the supervision of by a medical professional. They will make sure that the infants are correctly placed in a crib with their feet placed at the foot of the crib, and all bedding is tucked into.

Safety

The most important safety feature for twins is that both babies have their own bed. This ensures that each baby isn't smothered, or infected by the other. It also helps prevent the death of a cot, which is more common with single babies than multiples.

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that tritons, twins and higher-ordered multiples have their own sleeping space. This can be achieved with a separate bassinet, or twin bedside crib that 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 parents and disallow cobedding but the reality is that a lot of families of twins and higher-order multiples have trouble adhering to these guidelines (1). In a prior study, it was discovered that the majority of twin families who co-bedded their children in the first three months of life at home were engaged in dangerous sleeping habits.

Parents of twins might not follow current SIDS recommendations due to the desire to rest longer and the absence of space in the home to accommodate multiple cribs. Additionally the socioeconomic status of a family may influence their choices regarding sleep arrangements.

If twins are placed together in a crib or Moses basket, they can easily get caught in their bedding and could choke on one another. If you decide to put your twins in the same cot ensure they are in the position that their feet are right next to their heads and their bedding is tucked into each cot securely. This will lessen the chance of them choking on each one.

One of the safest and more comfortable options for twins to sleep independently is a bedside cots uk bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. This double bassinet has an enclosed mesh wall that can divide twins and give them their own flat, secure 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 having to leave the comfortable bed. Its side walls lower and automatically return when you move. It's also 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 similar features to the Halo Bassinest.

Comfort

The arrival of twins or multiples into the world is a major life-changing. Not only that, they require a great deal of planning and consideration in regards to their sleeping arrangements and how they can have a restful night. Parents often wonder what they can do to help their children feel more comfortable from an early age.

When twins are very young, they can be able to share a crib. Co-bedding is a method of soothing newborns by reminding them of their mother's womb. The key is to ensure that the beds are big enough for the babies to be comfortable without touching or bouncing around. Also, be aware that the baby who is the first to wake up must be fed. It is helpful to coordinate nighttime feeds so that you can get one baby up before the other.

It is important to remember that twins have different sleeping patterns. You might find that one baby is more sleepy 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.

Choose a cot with twin beds with breathable mesh dividers for sleeping areas that are separate. This is particularly important for babies prone to overheating, or for families with mothers who have had c-sections. A reversible base and wheels that are easy to maneuver are also beneficial features. The Arm's Reach cot, which is specifically designed for mothers who have a c-section is a fantastic choice because it has a large sleeping area and is easy to move. Other options are the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swivel however, they have less sleeping space than the Arm's Reach cot.

It is not recommended to sleep with twins in the same bed as an adult, even if they are close. There is a higher risk of SIDS, and may result in suffocation strangulation, or entrapment. Instead it is recommended that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins remain in their safe sleeping areas, like cribs or bassinets, in their parents' room for the first six months.