8 Tips for Finding the Best Baby Monitor | Family

By AshleyKing
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Baby monitors are a boon for busy parents. They not only allow more freedom of movement around the house, but also provide for the safety of your children even when you can't be right by their side. However, with the many different types of baby monitors available, new parents may find it difficult to choose which monitor is the most practical for their needs.

Listed below are some qualities that should be taken into consideration when searching for a good monitoring device, whether it is audio, digital, video, or analog that you select.

1. The reception of the device should be clear, whether it is audio or video, as well as being low static. This is a very important consideration to ensure the safety of your child. It is imperative that your baby's activities can be heard or seen clearly.

2. A compact and portable receiver will be more comfortable to carry around with you, making it easier for you to keep an eye on your little one while working. A good number of modern baby monitors are equipped with ultra-small receivers.

3. Many baby monitors come equipped with receivers that have belt clips so that the parents can carry the device around with them. It's important to ensure that the attachment is durable enough to endure daily usage if you intend to frequently carry the receiver throughout the house.

4. Some baby monitors also have flashing light alarms which activate when sound is received. These are great for moments when you are distracted by other loud sounds - perhaps your mixer or lawn mower is runner, or maybe the TV is on.

5. A low battery indicator will warn you in plenty of time before the battery runs out. If the battery on your receiver is dead and you don't notice, you'll have a sense of false security, and your child could be in danger.

6. It is important to select the correct range or bandwidth for your requirements. If your house is large in size, then a wider range baby monitor will be necessary. A smaller house or apartment may not require as much range, especially if your home is situated in an area that has a great deal of interference from cell phones and other monitors that may disrupt the signals.

7. If you're considering a wireless model, be aware that you might experience interference with the signal. You and your next-door neighbors may utilize similar channels and wind up hearing noises from each other's homes. Cordless telephones may also interfere with your signal. Look for a product that utilizes no-interference technology or has additional security features.

8. Advanced technology has resulted in baby monitors that offer visual options as well. This is good, but you still can't keep your eyes glued to the video screen - you might as well sit with the baby, then! So don't compromise on the quality of sound to get a video monitor that's really not that useful.

Keep in mind that the best baby monitor is not always the most costly one. What matters is the fact that it is suitable for your situation and tough enough to survive everyday use. And the most important features are those that will assist you to keep your baby safe.

About the Author

Ashley King is editor of the Family Section at i-KnowHow | Information for Life, where you'll also find ideas and tips for hobbies, home and garden, personal finance, technology basics and much more.

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