The Best Bassinet for Twins

Shopping for one bassinet is overwhelming enough. Shopping for two? That's a whole new level of research, especially when you're also stocking up on bodysuits, diapers, and every other twin must-have in double quantities. While choosing between striped and polka-dot onesies likely have minimal consequences your little ones arrive, the right bassinet can make life with twins dramatically easier, especially in those bleary first months.

What to Look for in a Bassinet for Twins

• A firm, flat, breathable sleep surface: Whatever bassinet you choose, it should meet current safe sleep guidelines: firm mattress, fitted sheet, nothing loose in the sleep space.
• A compact footprint: Two bassinets take up twice the floor space of one, so a slim design that can sit side by side in your bedroom (per AAP guidance to room-share for at least the first 6 months) matters more than it would for a single baby.
• Durability for extended use: Twin parents often keep bassinets in near-constant rotation for months on end, so sturdier construction and easy-to-clean materials are worth prioritizing over a bargain bin option!
• Soothing or smart features: With twins, one baby's fussing can easily set off the other. A bassinet that helps calm crying quickly—rather than one you have to rock or shush by hand—can spare you from bouncing between two bassinets all night.
• Reasonable cost, with a plan for two: Whatever you choose, you'll likely need it twice over, so factor in rental options, employer-paid options, and discounts.

Why SNOO Is the Best Bassinet for Twins

SNOO checks every one of those boxes, which is why it's become something of a twin-parent favorite.

• SNOO offers a much-needed extra set of hands: It automatically responds to a baby's fussing with the just-right motion and white noise, often calming things down in under a minute—which matters enormously when your hands are already full with the other twin. Instead of racing between two bassinets, SNOO handles the first round of soothing itself, and most SNOO babies sleep one to two additional hours a night as a result.
  
• SNOO adds sleep when you need it most: SNOO has been shown to add 1–2 hours of sleep to a baby’s night. That’s something any new parent can appreciate, but it’s even more valuable when your day is filled up with twice as much caregiving.
  
• It's the only infant sleep system to be De Novo authorized for keeping sleeping babies safely on their backs: This is thanks to SNOO’s special snug swaddle that clips into the bassinet and prevents rolling. That's real peace of mind when you're managing two babies' sleep at once instead of one! (See more important safety info at happiestbaby.com/fda)
  
• When it's time to transition, SNOO's Weaning Mode makes it easy: This feature gradually eases babies out of the motion and sound, rather than requiring a cold-turkey switch for two babies at once.
  
• The Happiest Baby App makes it simple to keep tabs on sleep: SNOO’s companion app tracks each baby's sleep individually, so you can see patterns for Twin A and Twin B instead of guessing.
  
• Its slim design fits neatly next to a second SNOO: And its sleek aesthetic will look right at home in your shared room!
  
• Multiple options help make SNOO more affordable: Buying two of anything is a real expense, which is exactly why so many twin families opt for SNOO Rental instead of buying new—both give you the same safety and soothing features at a lower up-front cost. Plus, you can return SNOO and not sacrifice storage space! And some families are eligible to purchase or rent SNOO with their FSA/HSA funds. Additionally, more than 160 companies offer a free SNOO as an employee benefit—ask your employer if they’re participating in the SNOO Employee Benefit Program or refer your employer here!

What Twin Parents Say About SNOO

• “You don’t have time to hold the twins all night long like you would with a single birth. You have that mom guilt because you want to hold both, but in some cases you just can’t. What’s great about SNOO is they are still getting that comfort as though they were in the womb.” —Alyssa Charlow (aka the Twin Mommy Manager)
  
• “We had heard from another twin parent that SNOO was like having a robot nurse, so we were like, we should give it a try. If I’m tending to another child or the other baby, it buys us an extra few minutes to get settled. When a baby’s crying, the neurons in your brain are going crazy, and to have a few extra minutes when a baby is crying is really valuable. Especially during the night, you can hear them start to grunt and wake up, and then if they’re not hungry you can get a few extra minutes of sleep which is really valuable.” —Emily Davis, mom of 7
  
• “They would wake to eat and then sleep another 4 hours. Even though it was broken for me, I still felt like I was getting 8 hours of sleep, which was incredible,” Stephanie says. “If one baby woke, I would feed that baby and encourage the other to keep sleeping. Some twin moms advise feeding at same time, but because they slept so well, I had energy to do it twice if I had to.” —Stephanie Krier
  
• “As a mother, I was excited to try SNOO, but as a sleep expert, I was a bit skeptical. But since my biggest concern with the twins was how to manage their sleep—and mine—we decided to give it a go! SNOO was a sleep sanctuary for my twins! It’s such a joyful moment when SNOO increases motion and sound and your baby is calm again within a minute—except if he needs a feed, obviously.” —Sandra Menoni, Sleep Consultant

Bottom Line

A twin pregnancy means double the planning, but your bassinet decision doesn't have to be complicated. Look for something safe, compact, durable, and responsive—and know that a lot of twin parents have already landed on SNOO for exactly those reasons.

More Twin-Parent Tips:

• Twin Baby Must-Haves, According to Real Twin Parents
• A Complete Guide to Nursing and Pumping for Two
• What to Eat When You’re Expecting Twins and Multiples
• Pairs of Twin Baby Names That Are Twice as Nice

Disclaimer: The information on our site is NOT medical advice for any specific person or condition. It is only meant as general information. If you have any medical questions and concerns about your child or yourself, please contact your health provider.