Wednesday, January 16, 2013

I'm struggling to find a baby monitor that works in our apartment. We've tried 3 kinds and they don't work.?

Q. We always have terrible feedback and pick up other baby monitors, but never our own. I've heard there is a difference in short and long range monitors. Does anyone know anything about this, and if so, are there any monitors you recommend under $40?

A. There are two problems you may be experiencing. The first is your monitor is too low tech and is getting electrical interference or noise from electronics, power lines etc... The second is your monitor may be too "good" and has a large range, which encompasses other parents with monitors on the same frequencies.

Before you buy any monitor, make sure the store will let you return it if there is interference.

First I would try a good "low tech" monitor like the Fisher Price Surround Sound Lights and Sounds Monitor, $27.99 for 1 Receiver. It uses the 49 MHz band, which not many other things use now and could be the least expensive answer to your troubles.

If that doesn't work for you, skip the 900 MHz monitors and try the 2.45 - 2.54 GHz models, there is almost no difference in cost and a much better chance at clear reception. Models to look for are: The First Years True Choice ($40), Graco I-Vibe, Summer Infant Simply Clear Digital Audio Monitor
($49.99)

If these don't work the next level would be monitors with DECT technology. These are "guaranteed to be interference-free, and most clients who have them have had great luck with them. These usually run $80 and up. But I doubt you will need to go this route.

Hope this helps,

Alan


What is the best baby monitor?
Q. I have a Graco and it makes a lot of "white noise", also goes red on random times and doesn't even connect with the baby's room. I am looking for the most reliable monitor- regardless of cost. Any suggestions?

A. I also have the angel care monitor and it works great. I have never had problems with it. I used it with my daughter 4 years ago and now using the monitor part for my son who is 16 months old now. I used it from the time he was born as well. Basically we have used it for 4 years now and it still works great.


What is the general list of things I'm going to need for my baby?
Q. I know a crib and dippers and all the necessities like that. BUT what I really want to know is where you got your things and about how much did you pay roughly?
And how much of each thing am I going to need for lets say the first three months after the baby is born? roughly.
Im only 7 weeks along so I have plenty of time to stock up.

Please help.

A. nursing -
Breastpump, breast pads, breast cream, breast milk storage containers, nursing pillow (Bobby pillow is great thats what i bought), Burping clothes (you can use some cloth diapers), 4-6 bottles for breast milk or formula, Bottle sterilizer (If you dont use the drop ins), Bottle brush, Insulated tote (if using formula), 8-12 bibs, Pacifiers (if you plan to use them)

Baby care-
Parenting books (what to expect when your expecting, and what to expect the first year are great), Rattles, Teethers, Nail Clippers, Brush and comb, Digital thermometer (My mom told me to get the ear one its easy and effective), First aid kit, Diaper pail (The baby genie 2 is what I got), Diaper pail Refils, A baby monitor.

Bath-
Baby bathtub (one with a built in thermometer is great), 4 hooded towels, 12 washclothes, Bath toys

Toiletries -
Body wash, Shampoo no tears, Lotion, Alcohol swabs, Cotton swabs/balls, Diaper ointment (I got like 4 tubes of Destin),

Diapering accessories-
baby wipes, travel wipes,Diaper bag, Changing mat (most come with the diaper bag), Diaper rash creme (the most important thing - according to my mom)

Safety the hole house

Car seat (rear facing), Stroller - You can get both in a travel system -
I got the Graco travel system Its really nice

head and body support for your stroller and car seat
Car seat and stroller toys

Stroller blanket

Full size Swing, Stationary Entertainer, Play mat, Toys

Crib, Dresser with or without changing table, A recliner rocking chair so when you feed your baby, Crib mattress, 3 waterproof mattress pads, Crib bedding set with bumper,4-6 fitted crib sheets, 4-6 blankets, 4-6 recieving blankets, basket or storage bins, If you got a changing table get a pad, sheets etc for that, crib mobile

Baby book, Digital camera, thank you notes for gifts, photo album, CDs

homecoming outfit, 9-12 bodysuits, 2-4 cap bootie sets, 4-6 side snap shirts, 4-6 pull over suits, 6-8 stretch sleep n plays, 3-6 cotton overalls, 3 gowns, socks, clothing hangers unless using the dresser, baby mittens, sleep sacks

This is everything Ive bought so far...Well Ive bought a hell of alot more clothes...but girls clothes are so hard not to buy


a baby monitor that will actually last?
Q. I've been using the Sony monitor for the past year, but for the past few months it's been making loud static noises that are driving me crazy. Any suggestions for a monitor that will last and is reasonably priced?

A. I have had this graco monitor for over 5 years and I love it so much I bought another one for my 2nd child. The first one is in my sons room and we have used it every night for the last 5.5 years. The only problem we have had with it is that the rechargeable battery only recharged for the first couple years, so now we just keep it plugged it all the time. Not a big deal for us.

http://www.amazon.com/Secure-Coverage-Digital-Monitor-Parent/dp/B004AHKUHM/ref=sr_1_2?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1334977558&sr=1-2





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