https://mcgarrykincaid0.livejournal.com/profile Choosing a Bedside Cot for Twins Twins who are just born sleep best close to one another It's vital to adhere to the safe sleep guidelines. The right crib arrangement can help your twins develop an established routine for sleep. A double bassinet that has a divider is a great choice for twins. These beds can be used as portable beds to let parents keep their children close during feedings in the middle of the night and diaper changes. They are also ideal for infants that may outgrow their bassinets before 2. Space-Saving If you follow safe sleeping guidelines, twins are able to be in a bedside crib side-by-side. They should be placed on their backs with their heads in a straight line and their feet on the opposite ends. When they're old enough, they can also share a bed in a Moses Basket or regular crib. This Delta double bassinet has a mesh partition that allows babies to be separated, but still close. It comes with a handy storage compartment that can keep wipes and snacks nearby, too. It is also foldable, making it easier to move around the house or travel with on trips. This EZ Fold Twin Bassinet, available at Walmart, swivels so that you can bring fussy twins nearer to you to feed them and soothe them. The sides can be raised and lowered to make it easier to access them and they are locked in place for security. It is a little longer and heavier than the other options, but great for second floor or grandparent's homes. It also comes with a carry-on bag. It's also less expensive than the Halo Bassinest Twin. Convenience It is not recommended that parents of twins place their babies in the same bassinet or crib. Instead, the group Rednose recommends that twins be provided with their own private sleeping space (crib or bassinet or portable crib) in the room of the parent or caregiver until they are 12 months old to reduce the chance of SIDS. This is known as co-bedding. It has been shown that twins who have grown in