Three hot new baby monitors dads can get excited about

Baby monitors are one gadget that mom’s give dad permission to buy. The technology is advancing rapidly. Here are three new ones that might get you excited about outfitting the nursery:

1.
DECT Baby Monitor SCD 520/00 does the regular listening stuff but also monitors the temperature in the baby’s room so there’s one less thing for mom to worry about on cold winter nights. $150

2.
Best View Handheld Color Video Monitor has a 2.5 inch screen and a strong digital image. The camera in the baby’s room is controlled on the monitor side and you can pan, zoom and swivel it to take in the whole room. $199

3.
r Mini Baby Mo Mini Baby Monitor vibrates and makes noise when baby makes a sound so you can strap it on and “hear” the baby even during a party or while vacuuming. $100