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I have 2 monitors that I couldn't live without! The first is an Angel Care monitor that picks up baby's movements (or lack thereof!) So you can sleep at night knowing your baby is breathing. It is very sensitive, so you must test it. I cannot leave the ceiling fan on in my toddler's room or it will sense that as her moving. GREAT MONITOR IF YOU ARE A WORRIER!
The second is a Summer handheld video monitor. It is AWESOME! I can tell by looking if my daughter is just playing or really needs something. It has night vision, so I can see her very clearly even in the dark. I didn't get this one until she was almost a year old, and I don't know what I did before it!!
Hope that helps!
Best of luck with the newest addition!
PS There is another video monitor out there that can monitor more than one room at a time. It is by Mobi Cam. Just Google it, and you will find them. I think mystroller.com had the best price, but it is the older model. I heard they are good, and if I ever have a second child, I would give them a closer look.