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Choosing bedside rocking crib for Twins It is recommended to keep the newborn twins close together However, you must adhere to safety sleep guidelines. Choosing the right crib arrangement will aid your twins in developing an established routine for sleep. A double bassinet that has the option of dividing it is a great choice for twins. These portable beds let parents keep their children close during middle-of-the-night feeds and diaper changes. They are also ideal for babies who may outgrow their bassinets before 2 years old. Space-Saving Twins can sleep side-by-side in a bedside crib, so long as you follow safe guidelines for sleeping (that's to say that they should be laid on their backs, with the tops of their heads overlapping each other and feet at opposite ends of the cot). Once they are big enough, they can also sleep together in a Moses Basket or regular crib. This Delta double bassinet features mesh dividers that allow children to be separated but still close. It has a handy storage compartment that can keep wipes and snacks nearby, too. Additionally, it folds flat making it easy to move around the house or on trips. This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart can swivel to allow you to bring fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and calm them. The sides can be lowered and raised to make it easier to access them and they are locked to ensure security. It is a little longer and heavier than other models however it is ideal for the second floor or homes for grandparents. It also comes with a carry-on bag. It's also a lot cheaper than the Halo Bassinest Twin. Convenience 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 be provided with their own private sleeping space (crib or bassinet, or a portable crib) in the room of the parent or caregiver until they reach 12 months old to reduce the chance of SIDS. This is known as co-bedding. It has been proven that twins who grew in this environment develop a more coordinated sleeping patterns. One of the most convenient ways to achieve this is by using a twin bedside cot like the Teknum FELLOW 2 which comes with two separate bedding sets to ensure that each baby can have an area that is comfortable and private. The bedside cot can also be easily moved from one room to another when needed. It provides an easy and convenient method to check on your children without disturbing their sleep patterns or wake them up. Other alternatives include double bassinets that have been specifically designed for infants that allow them to stay side-by-side and are ideal for nighttime feeds or diaper changes. The Halo Bassinest Twin, for instance, features an air-tight mesh partition and an adjustable height to ensure that each baby can be seen and reached throughout the night, and the sides of the sleeper lower and raise 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, featuring 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 temporary situations like an emergency family visit or hospitalization, many parents have found the benefits of co-bedding twins using a large moses basket or small bassinette that has dividers. However, this should be done only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to ensure that babies are properly placed, with their feet to the bottom of the cot, and all bedding is securely tucked in to prevent them from being suffocated. Safety The most important safety aspect when it comes to twins is that both babies have their own sleeping space. This ensures that every infant isn't smothered or choked by the other. This also helps avoid cot death, which is more common in single babies than in multiples. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins, triplets and higher-order multiplications have their own sleep space. This can be accomplished with an individual bassinet or a twin bedside crib you can place on your bed to feed or comfort one of the babies during the night. Although the American Academy of Pediatrics has recently issued recommendations to decrease the risk of SIDS by encouraging room sharing and avoiding cobedding, a lot of families with twins and multiples have found it difficult to adhere to these guidelines (1). A previous study revealed that a majority of families with twins who were cobedded during the first 3 months at home used unsafe sleeping practices (room sharing without cobedding). Parents of twins might not follow the current SIDS guidelines due to the desire to sleep longer and lack of space in their home to accommodate multiple cribs. In addition, socioeconomic status could affect the family's decisions regarding the arrangement of their sleep. If twins are positioned side-by-side in a small crib or Moses basket, they could easily get caught in their bedding and potentially choke on one another. If you're planning to sleep your twins together in the same cot, it is important to put them in a head-to-foot position and their bedding secured in each cot to limit the possibility of them colliding with each one. One of the safest and more convenient options for twins to sleep independently is a bedside bassinet like the Halo Bassinest Twin. The double bassinet comes with mesh walls to divide twins and give them their own flat, safe mattress to sleep on. It can be turned 360 degrees, meaning you can bring your child closer to you without leaving your bed. The side walls automatically lower and return with each movement. It is also easy to clean, and can be tucked away into the standard twin-sized bed frame. Take a look at the Delta Children Twin EZ Fold Double Bassinet at Walmart. It has similar features as the Halo Bassinest. Comfort It's a significant life change to welcome twins or multiples into the world. They require lots of thought and preparation not to mention when it comes to the place they will sleep and how they will get a good night's rest. Parents often wonder what they can do to help their children feel at ease at an early age. When twins are young, it is possible to share one crib. Co-bedding is a method for helping newborns feel at ease by bringing them back to their womb. It is important to make sure the beds are big enough for the babies to be comfortable without touching or rolling around. You should also keep in mind that the baby who awakes first must be fed. It is helpful to co-ordinate night feeds to ensure that you wake one up before the other. It is crucial to remember that twins are quite different and could develop their own sleeping routines. You may find that one child sleeps better than the other or is more comfortable being close to you. In this instance it might be best to give each twin a separate bassinet or crib. When shopping for a twin bedside cot, ensure that it has breathable mesh dividers to create separate sleeping areas. This is crucial for babies who are susceptible to overheating, or families with mothers who have had c-sections. Reversible bases and wheels that are easy to move are also useful features. The Arm's Reach cot is a good choice for these purposes because it has a large sleeping area and is designed with moms who have c-sections in mind. The Graco Pack 'n Play or Fisher-Price's Easy Swaivel are both options, but offer smaller sleeping spaces than the Arm's Reach cot. It is not recommended to sleep with twins in the same bed with an adult, even if they are close. There is a higher risk of SIDS, and may result in suffocation strangulation, or entrapment. Instead, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that twins remain in their safe sleeping areas, like bassinets or cribs, in their parent's room for the first six months.