Shop Babies “R” Us to explore our range of top baby monitors designed to give parents and caregivers peace of mind. Choose from analog baby monitors that allow adults to listen for simple audio cues from baby’s room, as well as wifi connected baby monitors with cameras that provide a video feed. Explore baby monitor options that have two cameras, allowing you to see the wider nursery as well as a closer view of baby’s crib – even smart baby monitors that connect to your smartphone so you can view and control cameras remotely. Compare models and features to find the best baby monitor for your family.
Baby monitors for parental peace of mind
When it comes to baby safety, having ears and eyes on little ones even as they sleep can be a real comfort. Audio-only crib monitors and wifi connected baby cams allow adults to keep tabs without entering the room and possibly waking the baby unnecessarily. Bluetooth connectivity allows adults to access, view, and control some models from smart devices, so parents can check in from any room in the house or even out in the yard. Dual camera baby monitors may even offer split screen viewing, colour images, and even night vision. There are also models that monitor baby’s breathing movements and will trigger sounds, lights, and vibrations in the crib to prompt baby to resume regular breathing movements and alert an adult as well. Smart shoppers will check reviews, compare features, and assess their family’s tech resources and safety needs before making a purchase decision or adding an infant monitoring system to their baby registry.
Shop top baby monitor brands
Explore the baby safety selection at Babies “R” Us Canada: baby monitor brands include best-sellers from VTech, LeapFrog, Kodak, Levana, and more. Whether you opt for a high-tech nursery camera or a battery-operated non-wifi baby monitor, an infant monitoring system can be a smart choice for any place where baby spends time, such as grandparents’ and caregivers’ houses. Whether you opt for a digital or analog baby safety solution, a baby monitor is a great gift option. Be sure to add the model of your choice to a baby registry so that friends and family know your infant monitor preference in the run-up to your baby shower, baby registry list or baby welcome party. First-time parents will value the ability to check in frequently on their new little ones; and multiple devices can be used as nanny monitors, allowing growing families to keep an eye on caregivers and older siblings as well – in playrooms as well as bedrooms.
Eyes on for baby safety
A baby monitor with a camera allows you to get to know your baby’s sleep style from on remote and to know when and if you need to enter the nursery to reposition an active sleeper or re-wrap an infant who has kicked free of a swaddle. You can also use it during sleep training phases to keep an eye on a wakeful baby and see whether you need to go to them or wait it out and let them fall back asleep. This is where night vision and dual camera features can be especially helpful. When you can see baby without disturbing baby, you feel reassured – and your little one can have a more restful sleep.
Baby Monitors FAQs
Where is best to mount a baby monitor?
If you have a two-camera baby monitor, mount one high on a wall or in a corner to afford a wide view of the nursery; and the other one closer – but never attached to a bassinet – well out of reach of curious kids: at least a metre away, especially if the camera has any cords.
What is the best baby monitor?
The best baby monitor is one you can afford, maintain, and use properly: read up on baby monitor reviews from reputable sources and choose a product that meets your family’s specific needs and, in the case of wifi devices, technological resources.
When should you stop using a baby camera?
You should stop using a baby camera or monitor when your family feels comfortable: between the ages of two and four, most kids will have transitioned to a “big-kid” bed and will not need to be observed so closely for safety reasons.
How do I choose a baby monitor?
Choose the baby monitor that is right for your family’s needs: a model that you can afford and operate properly and safely, so consider your budget and the technological resources in your home.
Why are baby monitors discouraged?
Some sources discourage the use of baby monitors because they can encourage parents to either over-monitor healthy babies, which can produce anxiety; or to under-monitor babies, because high-tech devices may provide a false sense of security.
Are baby monitors worth it?
A baby monitor is valuable for the peace of mind it can provide by allowing parents to hear or perhaps see their kids remotely, without always having to enter the room; however, not every family may need a monitor with cameras or other high-tech features.
How much should I spend on a baby monitor?
Baby monitors can vary widely in price, depending on how high-tech the model is: an analog, audio-only monitor will be more budget-friendly than a dual-camera smart device; if you prefer a high-tech model, consider adding it to a baby registry so that family and friends can purchase it as a gift.
What are the features that make best baby monitor?
The best baby monitor for your family is the one that gives you peace of mind without making you anxious: a simple audio-only monitor can alert you when your baby is awake or unhappy, which may be all you need; whereas a feature-packed smart monitor will allow you to look in on and listen for your baby at all times from your smartphone.
Is a wifi camera safe for babies?
Wifi-enabled baby monitors do use electromagnetic fields (EMFs) to send signals to the receiver: because children absorb more EMF than adults, you can keep them safer by choosing a low-EMF monitor, placing the monitor and receivers as far away as possible from children, and turning the devices off when they’re not in use.
Do you leave baby monitor on all night?
It depends on personal preference: parents may wish to keep the monitor on in the first four months or so to hear when baby may need a night feeding, then try turning it off overnight so that you’re not woken by every little noise.
How do I monitor my baby's crib?
It depends on personal preference: you can choose an audio-only monitor so that you’re alerted when your baby cries or fusses or simply wakes to chat; or you may opt for a more high-tech monitor with cameras and even smart features that let you observe your baby even overnight and at a distance.
Are audio baby monitors safe?
Audio baby monitors do use electromagnetic fields (EMFs) to send signals to the receiver: because children absorb more EMF than adults, you can keep them safer by choosing a low-EMF monitor, placing the monitor, receivers and especially cords as far away as possible from children, and turning the devices off when they’re not in use.