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How to Find the Perfect Baby Monitor

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I am so excited since my best friend is pregnant! Even though she is a super smart and competent lady, she was feeling extremely overwhelmed when it came to her baby registry. We decided a little brunch/Babies R Us date was in order. These days there is SO much stuff available for babies, I totally understand why she was feeling anxiety about the whole thing. (and to be honest, there was tons of new items I hadn’t even heard of there… and my youngest is only 2 and a 1/2… so it hasn’t been THAT long)

How cute are they?

A huge choice we discussed was what kind of baby monitor she should get. I think a baby monitor is super important and I relied heavily on mine.
(especially with Mila since we we live in a split-floor plan so I wanted
to see and hear her at all times!) I used my monitor constantly for
about 2 years… so I tell everyone it is a good idea to invest in a
good one.

When looking for a monitor, first think about your needs:

  • Do you need video? Or will audio only do? 
  • Do you want access to the camera while you are out of the home? 
  • Do you need more than one camera or receiver? 

When the makers of WiFi Baby reached out to me, I was like, “What the heck is this?” A baby monitor that you can stream through your phone and computer? How COOL!! Even though my kids don’t need a monitor anymore, I totally jumped at the chance to review this since I wanted to see if it really worked… and (if it did) what an awesome thing to give to my bestie?!

The WiFi Baby monitor is wireless and you can watch it anywhere… by downloading the app. So it is not only a baby monitor, it can also be used as a nanny cam to see what is going on at home while you are away. As a working mom, I would have loved to have watched my baby from my phone or computer at work!

Also, this eliminates the issue of going too far “out of range” from where the monitor is. For example, if I would let the dog out in the backyard while Mila was napping, I would lose her picture… since I ventured too far away!

They just came out with WiFi Baby 4, with tons of new features: 

  • FREE iOS app | Updated Android app 
  • HD video, a 35% wider view (vs. WiFi Baby 3)
  • Apple Watch audio alerts
  • Improved night vision
  • Streams in HD to Apple TV, Android TV, Chromecast, Roku, Fire TV

The camera was really easy for my husband to set up, it took just a few minutes. However, they offer free Pro Setup Support. If you have any issues with your device, they make it really easy to get a hold of someone quickly! (days, nights, weekends… whenever!) You simply fill out a form online with your issue and someone will contact you shortly to help you fix the issue!

You can add the camera to as many devices as you want, by downloading the app and adding your info. I set my app up while I was home, so it scanned and found my specific device right away. In minutes, I could see & hear my kids! We tested it on our computer as well, each device comes with your own URL info that no one else will have. WiFi Baby takes your privacy seriously, and they have some heavy-duty security measures in place to make sure no one else can see what is on your monitor! Read more about their privacy measures here.

We set our camera up really high, so we could see our entire kitchen & living area… since we wanted to use it as a security camera. I could see & hear the kids perfectly, even though they were pretty far away. We also enjoyed spying on our dog while we were both at work (which is why we named it “Punky Cam.”)

From my phone, you can also turn it to landscape to see the camera image full screen (these are photographs of my computer & phone, not screen shots)
From our computer!

My husband and I were both super impressed with the sound & picture quality. This monitor rocks! It has awesome features, and you can use it as a security camera when you no longer need a baby monitor. If you or a friend you know is pregnant, check out WiFi Baby!

LOVE her baby bump!

Stay tuned for more posts on my sweet pregnant bestie! We have lots of fun planned for this mom-to-be and I will be blogging all about it.

Disclaimer: I received a WiFi Baby monitor in exchange for my honest review, opinions are 100% my own.

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Comments

  1. T Austin says

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    I definitely went through this as well! I was terrified to make the final decision. We decided on audio but connecting to the iPad would have been awesome!

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    • Lauren says

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      I had audio only with my first and it was totally fine.. it just depends on what you need. But this monitor is seriously SO cool!

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  2. Kimberly Cox says

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    I honestly just want to say "they didn't have those when MY kids were born" LOL This is amazing, and definitely worth looking into getting. I very seriously wish I would have had a video monitor with my 2, AND… since they like to get into trouble now (they share a bedroom) I just might have to look into one of these NOW to keep up on what is going on when the door is shut. 🙂

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    • Lauren says

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      I know! My husband was like, "why didnt we have one of these?" haha He also wanted to keep it! ha!

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  3. Joanna Clute says

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    Your best friend is adorable! They come out with so many cool things for babies these days. It's crazy!

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    • Lauren says

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      I know… when we went to babies r us.. I was like "Umm.. maybe I can't help you, I don't know what half of this stuff is!"

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  4. Melissa Matters says

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    Wow so cool! I had a video monitor but nothing like this.

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    • Lauren says

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      I had a video one with Mila, but I would have LOVED to be able to peek in while I was at work… and no wires! I am obsessed and was really happy that it worked as well as they said it would.

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  5. Kristen Hewitt says

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    WOW amazing! I would say you def need a video monitor, but this one takes the cake! It almost makes me want another baby…almost. lol!

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    • Lauren says

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      Isn't it the coolest? I was so impressed by how well it worked, I wish I would have had one with my kids!

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  6. Views From a Step Stool says

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    Well this looks awesome! I need it to spy on my dogs when I'm not home!!

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    • Lauren says

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      It could totally be a spycam!!

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  7. Julie @ Girl on the Move says

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    You and your bestie are adorable!! I think especially for first-time parents a video monitor is very reassuring!

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    • Lauren says

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      Thank you.. I love her!! She is also going back to work after the baby so I know she will love it!

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  8. Theresa says

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    I'd love to get one for my daughter in law. I wish had one when my kids were little. Looks like a great one.

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    • Lauren says

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      I know.. they make the coolest stuff now! 🙂

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  9. Chanity Dawn says

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    This is awesome! I still use a monitor for Ella because she's been getting up a lot with teething lately. I love that this one can be used on your phone!

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    • Lauren says

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      Yes I used both of mine for a long time, I think they are so handy…

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  10. Shaunacey Bonneville says

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    that's so cool!
    I love our video monitor, so great to see what the kids are up to! Especially helpful when transitioning our toddler to a big girl bed

    http://www.confessionsofafrumpymommy.com

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    • Lauren says

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      Very true! To see what they are up to!

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  11. Nicole McGregor says

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    you live & die by your baby monitor man… that thing's gold!

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    • Lauren says

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      Totally!! I loved both of my baby monitors.. I really wish I would have had this one.

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