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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. Clarity of reception (whether audio or video) and low static is the most important consideration to ensure the safety of your child. You need to be able to clearly hear or see your baby’s activities.

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. There are also baby monitors that have a light alarm which is activated whenever it picks up sound. This feature is ideal for those moments when you may be preoccupied with loud noises such as the television or the vacuum cleaner.

5. Having a warning that the battery is running low is another feature to take into consideration. If your receiver runs out of battery and you don’t notice, you will feel a sense of false security, and your child could be in danger.

6. Choose the right range or bandwidth for your needs. If you have a large house, then you’ll need a wider range. A smaller house or apartment might not need as much range especially if you live in an area where there could be a lot of interference such as cell phones and other monitors that could disrupt the signals.

7. If you have been looking at wireless models, it’s important to be aware of the fact that signal interference may be experienced. If your next door neighbor possesses a baby monitor then it’s possible to pick up signals from their monitor also. It’s also possible that cordless telephones may interfere with the signal. Search for non-interference technology, or those that have additional security features.

8. Technological innovations have made it possible to combine sound and visual monitoring in a video baby monitor. Although the video option seems like a brilliant idea, you still won’t be able to stare at the screen all the time. For that reason, you definitely shouldn’t sacrifice excellent sound quality over supplementary features.

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.