Tips to help twins sleep at the same time

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Sleep training for twins, you need to be aware that even though the babies are twin brothers and sisters, with similar features in appearance and personality, each baby is a separate individual. Therefore, sometimes the method and time of sleep training for each baby will be different. This is why many people think that sleep training for twins is a lot of work and will take longer than sleeping training for a single baby.

1. How do two babies go to bed at the same time?

1.1 Set the same bedtime for both Putting twins to bed at the same time helps them develop a synchronized sleep routine. Otherwise, one or both babies will wake up in the middle of the night, leaving parents tired quickly.
To synchronize the times of the twins, you also need to wake one up and feed as soon as the other wakes up and cries for a night feed.
1.2 Try Two Beds Although many parents share a crib for twins in the hope that their baby will sleep better, there is no scientific evidence to support this benefit. In contrast, the American Academy of Pediatrics advises against sharing a crib for two babies to avoid the risk of overheating, suffocation, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Twins born prematurely or with low birth weight are more susceptible to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), so using a bed alone can reduce the risk. Twins also feel more comfortable and secure if you place the cribs close enough that they can see each other.
1.3 Create a common bedtime routine Some soothing bedtime routines could be a warm bath, story telling, a few minutes of cuddling or singing. For twins, you need to choose an activity that is simple so that both babies can participate equally. Stick to a routine at a fixed time each day. Gradually, your two children will soon learn these are the signs it's time to go to bed.
1.4 If one baby is already awake, wake the other When one baby wakes up for a feed, wake the other. This will help build routines for both of you. Gradually, your baby will adjust to this routine and you will find them waking up, feeding and going to bed at the same time.

1.5 Do not encourage children to wake up in the middle of the night Parents should talk a lot with their children during the day, but at night, only interact at a minimum so that the baby can sleep easily. When your baby wakes up, don't talk loudly, keep his room low-light and get him back to bed as soon as he's finished feeding.
For babies 12 months and older, you can help your baby self-soothe by providing her with a soft toy or separate blanket to sleep with. These "friends" have a comforting effect and help your baby get back to sleep when he wakes up in the middle of the night.

2. How to build and maintain a good night's sleep for your baby every day

You can give your child some habits to build and maintain a good night's sleep by
2.1 A warm bath before bedtime A warm bath before bed has many benefits. This helps the baby feel comfortable, relaxed and easier to fall asleep and sleep more deeply.
2.2 Reading Reading books strengthens the bond between parents and children. Not only that, it is also good for growth and helps babies sleep better.
2.3 Lullaby Music has a healing effect on babies. A gentle lullaby from a mother or father will help the baby feel comfortable, comfortable and increase bonding.

Besides, parents also need to supplement their children with essential micro-minerals such as zinc, lysine, chromium, selenium, vitamin B1, ... to fully meet the nutritional needs of children. The addition of these essential vitamins also supports digestion, enhances nutrient absorption, improves anorexia, and helps children eat well. Parents can simultaneously apply dietary supplements and functional foods derived from nature for easy absorption. The most important thing is that improving your baby's symptoms often takes a long time. Combining many types of functional foods at the same time or changing many types in a short time can make the baby's digestive system unable to adapt and completely not good. Therefore, parents must be really patient with their children and regularly visit the website vimec.com to update useful baby care information..
Reference source: babycenter.com