Typical baby monitors are made up of a transmitter and a receiver
. For most models, the transmitter is placed near the infants bed where it can pick up sounds like crying or moving around.
And if you live in an apartment building, or in close proximity to your neighbors and someone has a similar unit, you may find that you pick up sounds from someoneelse's transmitter. Because most units run on electricity, or at least need electricity to keep the batteries charged, they need to be used near an electrical outlet and will not always function when the power goes out.
There is nothing is worse than having your battery die on you in the middle of the night when you might not notice. A baby monitor that has some sort of light or sound alerting you when the battery is low will prevent this from happening. Having a monitor that flashes lights when it receives sound may make it easier for you to notice that baby needs you.
Additional transmitters can be useful if you need to monitor more than one child. However, keep in mind the more receivers and transmitters you have the more likely you will also pick up interference.
The days of worrying about your child at all hours of the day and night are just not an issue any longer. With the development of baby monitoring technology you can literally see and hear your baby at all times. It is really astounding what this kind of device can do for your stress level and your peace of mind.
The portability of these systems makes it so easy to be anywhere in the house and still know that your child is safe and sound.
You can splurge for the audio visual baby monitor with 2 way interaction and night monitoring allowing you to see, hear and talk to your baby in day or night lighting. It is remarkable technology and the best part is you can be on the move.
Now many of the baby monitors will have true LCD screens with high resolution color pictures so you can see your baby's every movement when you are not present.