One particular product consists of receivers that come in two parts: a main clock and a tiny sound sensor. The main clock functions as the sound-alarm system and is equipped with a vibrating rod attachment that should be positioned under the parents' mattress. Each time the baby wails, the alarm system triggers the rod to forewarn and awaken the parents. The lifestyle and the type of work that you have to do around is also another important factor to consider, especially if your work requires you to be farther away from your baby s room and you may need a monitor that covers the range, particularly a portable one. Always remember that whether you would prefer an audio, video or sensory monitor, the clarity of sound and video of your unit should be of very good quality for you to effectively monitor your child. By listening in on your little one, you'll be alerted each time he or she needs feeding or a diaper change. Video Monitoring The latest models of baby monitors also feature several other options that takes the pressure off monitoring your baby 24/7. The video monitoring capability of some model allows you to watch over your baby anytime and anywhere in your house. From time to time, their receivers are able to pick up signals from their neighbors' wireless devices baby monitors included. Because of these occurrences, a lot of people have made it a point not to mention any private or confidential information while the baby monitor is switched on. Interference with cordless phones and wireless routers is also a common problem. However, the growing concern of many is whether these hi-tech gadgets can be considered safe for our health, especially in gadgets such as baby monitors that are usually placed in such a close distance to children. A lot of parents nowadays fear that if they use a digital monitor to help them keep watch of their child, they might be exposing their offspring to too much of electromagnetic radiation and this may cause significant damage to the child s nervous system. This issue is about the price. Digital baby monitors are quite more expensive compared to other baby monitors. This is expected though since it is using the latest of modern technology. If you have the right budget or extra money to spare, then the issue of price is not really that of a disadvantage for you.