Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Baby Monitor for Parents' Peace of Mind

By Jane Bear


The nine months of pregnancy is over, your little one is finally brought into this world. A newborn should never be left alone, but it will not be possible for you to be with him or her always. Possibility is that when your little one is sleeping, you will try to attend to other of your important works. Baby monitors comes greatly in handy here, as it keeps you off the worry about what is happening with your baby while you are away from him or her.

Typically, a baby monitor is an electronic device that allows you to hear your baby crying even if you are in another part of your house. Baby monitors come in two pieces. The transmitter, which is placed in the baby's room, and the receiver that is placed in whatever room you are in.

There are many kinds of baby monitors, audio, audio-visual and advanced ones that can trace the movements of the baby's body as well as the breathing. These baby monitors are available in many brands and models, but it is advisable to purchase only the best quality you can afford to ensure accuracy and reliability

Audio baby monitors fall into two types: analog and digital. Traditionally, analog baby monitors were subject to lots of interference from other household items that gave off a wireless signal. So to guarantee an interference-free transmission and reception you will need a digital baby monitor. The higher-end digital baby monitors use something called DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Technology) technology.

While an audio monitor is sufficient for most people, some people value the extra security of having an audio-visual monitor where you can actually see your babies on a TV screen built into the receiver. If you decide to get an audio-visual monitor, make sure it has night vision capability, or it won't be much use when it's dark.

There are also sensor baby monitors, which consist of sensitive pads that go underneath your baby's mattress. Sensor monitors alert you if the sensor pad detects no movement from your baby for more than twenty seconds, it is capable of detecting even the tiniest of movement. These monitors are very helpful in the prevention of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome).

Remember that there is nothing more important in the world than the safety of your child and a baby monitor is a great tool parents need to keep tabs on their infants, and a must have item to alert parents to any problems their baby may be having.

A baby monitor is a wonderful aid, but it is not a substitute for proper supervision, so always make certain you can get to your baby immediately if required. Reliable baby monitors can be purchased online at a variety of models and prices.

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