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Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins Newborn twins sleep best when close to one another However, it's crucial to follow safe sleeping recommendations. A proper crib arrangement can help your twins establish the same routine of sleeping. A double bassinet with the option of dividing it is a great option for twins. These beds can be used to keep their babies close for diaper changes and feedings at night. These beds are also ideal for babies who might outgrow their bassinets when they reach toddlerhood. Space-Saving If you adhere to safe sleeping guidelines, twins can sleep in a bedside crib side-by-side. They should be placed on their backs with their heads pointing towards each other and their feet on the opposite ends. They can also co-sleep in a Moses basket or regular crib once they're big enough. We are in love with this Delta double bassinet. It includes a mesh divider, to keep babies separated but still close to one the other. It also has a storage pocket for wipes and snacks. Plus, it folds flat, making it easy to move around the house or 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 calming. The sides can be raised and lowered for easy access and are locked to ensure safety. It's a bit larger and heavier than other options, but it's great for grandparents' or second-floor homes, and it comes with a travel bag. It's also 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 group Rednose suggests that twins be provided with their own private sleeping space (crib or bassinet or portable crib) in the parent/caregiver's room until they reach 12 months old in order to reduce the chance of SIDS. This arrangement is known as co-bedding. It has been shown that twins who grew in this type of environment develop a more coordinated sleeping pattern. A twin bedside cot, such as the Teknum FELLOW 2 is an excellent option to achieve this. It includes two sets of bedding so that each baby has their own personal space. This bedside cot can also easily be moved from room to room when required, and provides a convenient way to check on babies without having to wake them by re-entering their sleeping zone or disrupting their rhythms. Other options include double bassinets specially designed to allow infants to remain side-by-side and are perfect for mid-night feeding or changing diapers. The Halo Bassinest Twin has a breathable mesh panel and adjustable height to allow each infant to be easily accessible and visible at all times. The sides of the sleeper can adjust to lower and raise for quick access. If you're looking for an affordable option, the Walmart-exclusive Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet is similar, featuring two sleep zones separated by a mesh panel that allows babies to see one another and the entire bed swivels 360 degrees for an easy access to every infant. For short-term situations like an emergency family visit or hospitalization Parents have reported success in co-bedding twins in a large moses basket or small bassinette that has dividers. This should only be done under the supervision of a healthcare provider. They will make sure that the babies are appropriately placed, with their feet at the bottom of the crib, and all bedding put in. Safety The most important safety aspect for twins is that both babies have their own bed. This ensures that each baby is not smothered or otherwise choked by the other. This also helps avoid deaths in the cot, which are more prevalent in infants with one parent than in multiples. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that twins, tritons and higher-ordered multiples have their own sleeping area. The best method to achieve this is to have a separate bassinet or twin bedside cots that could be positioned close to your bed while you feed or soothe one of your babies throughout the night. While recent SIDS risk reduction guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage room sharing with parents and discourage cobedding but the reality is that a lot of families with twins and higher-order multiples aren't able to comply with these guidelines (1). A previous study documented that a majority of families of twins who were cobedded during the first 3 months at home opted for unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding). bedside cot for twins of twins might not follow current SIDS recommendations due to a desire to sleep longer and a lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition the socioeconomic status of a family could affect their sleeping arrangements. If twins are placed in a small Moses basket or crib, their bedding could easily be pulled together and they could choke on eachother. If you're planning to sleep your twins together in the same cot, it's important to place them in a head-to-foot position and their bedding secured in each cot to minimize the chance of them smothering each one. One of the safer and more practical options for twins to be able to sleep independently is a bassinet that sits beside the bed like the Halo Bassinest Twin. This double bassinet comes with an insulated mesh wall that separates twins to give them each their own safe flat bed. It can be turned 360 degrees, which means you can bring your baby closer to you without leaving your bed. The walls on the sides automatically lower and then return with each movement. It's easy to clean and fits into the standard twin bed frame. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, consider the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet that is available at Walmart and offers similar features to the Halo Bassinest. Comfort It is a major life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require plenty of planning and consideration especially in regards to where they will be sleeping and how they will get a restful night's sleep. Parents often wonder what they can do to make their children feel more comfortable from an early age. It is possible for twins to share a cot if they are small. This is referred to as co-bedding, and can provide excellent comfort for babies as it brings them back to the birthing process. The most important thing is to ensure that the beds are large enough to allow the infants to be comfortable, without touching or rolling around. It is also important to remember that the baby who waks first needs to be fed. It can be helpful to coordinate feeding times at night so that you can wake one of them up earlier than the other. It is crucial to keep in mind that twins are very different and they might develop their own sleeping patterns. It is possible that one child sleeps better than the other or prefers to be close to you. In this case it may be beneficial for the twins to share their own bassinet or crib in their room. Choose a cot with twin beds with breathable mesh dividers to create separate sleeping areas. This is particularly important for babies who are susceptible to overheating, or for families with c-section moms. Other helpful features include an adjustable base, built-in storage space for toys and blankets, and easy-to-maneuver wheels. The Arm's Reach cot is a good option for this purpose, as it offers a spacious sleeping area and is designed with c-section moms in mind. Other options are the Graco Pack 'n Play and the Fisher-Price Easy Swaivel however, they have a smaller sleeping area than the Arm's Reach cot. Even if they're extremely close, it's not recommended to let twins share the bed with an adult. This could increase the risk of SIDS and cause suffocation or strangulation. Instead the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins have their own secure sleeping areas, like bassinets or cribs in their parents' rooms for the first six months.