Baby Monitor Brands and Links

Baby Monitor Resources

Some experts, including ConsumerReports.org, say parents often don't need to buy a baby monitor. For example, people who reside in smaller abodes, like apartments, will likely be able to hear their child when he or she cries.

The Babies and Kids blog at ConsumerReports.org features a helpful article, "Baby Monitors: 4 Things to Know before You Buy."

An interesting article at HowStuffWorks.com answers the question "Can Anyone Hear My Baby Monitor?"

The American Academy of Pediatrics discusses cardiorespiratory monitors in the April 2003 issue of the journal Pediatrics.

Heather Corley, About.com's guide to baby products, posts a useful baby monitor buyer's guide.

Lesia.com is a tech blog that offers easy, detailed instructions on how to turn a network camera into a baby monitor

Babies "R" Us offers a quick and simple baby monitor buying guide, which includes safety tips.

Parenting site BabyCenter.com provides a helpful article on how to buy a baby monitor from their advisory board. Unfortunately it is more than four years old, but still provides some relevant information.

Movement-sensor monitors are not recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for the prevention of SIDS. The Academy does provide a list of proven prevention methods.

Manufacturer websites offer detailed specs and product info

Axis

Levana

Lorex

Angelcare (Graco)

Fisher-Price

Graco

Philips

Summer Infant

Safety 1^st

The First Years (Learning Curve)