Baby Monitors · Guide
Baby monitor safety and cord placement
A monitor is a helpful set of extra eyes and ears — but its cord is a real strangulation hazard if it's within a child's reach. Placement is everything.
Keep cords far from the crib
Mount the camera and route its cord well out of reach — at least three feet from the crib is a common recommendation. Cords are a strangulation hazard.
Choose privacy-conscious options
Non-WiFi monitors keep the feed off the internet. If you use a WiFi model, use a strong password and keep firmware updated.
It aids, not replaces, supervision
A monitor helps you check in, but it isn't a substitute for being present and attentive.
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Last updated 2026-07-02.