Cribs
Do I need two cribs for twins?
Yes. Once they outgrow bassinets, each baby needs their own crib for safe sleep.
Verdict
Buy two
Used OK
Buy 2Used OKSafety note
Why
Safe sleep guidelines (AAP, NHS) call for one baby per sleep surface. Twins should each have their own crib once out of bassinets.
Safety note
Verify the crib model is not under recall and the mattress fits snugly.
- When to buy
- By 4–6 months, when babies outgrow bassinets.
- Budget pick
- Two Ikea Sniglar or Sundvik cribs do the job. Convertibles cost more but last longer.
- Premium pick
- Babyletto Hudson, Nestig Wave, or Pottery Barn Kids if budget allows.
Twin-tested gear
What we'd look at
Ikea · Cribs$200 eachIkea Sundvik Crib
Affordable, GREENGUARD-certified, and easy to assemble. Two fit in most twin nurseries.Buy 2Used OK
Babyletto · Cribs$400 eachBabyletto Hudson 3-in-1
Modern Mid-century look. Converts to toddler bed and daybed. The popular twin nursery default.Buy 2Used OK
Nestig · Cribs$700 eachNestig Wave Crib
Mini-to-full convertible. Starts compact, grows. Two fit in small twin nurseries.Buy 2Used OKLong-form
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