As new and expecting parents, ensuring your baby's safety and well-being is paramount. And if you're anything like me, one essential tool for achieving this peace of mind is a reliable baby monitor.

As a mom of two, researching baby monitors can feel incredibly overwhelming. I live in a two-story home. My youngest still naps once a day, and my daughters have very different sleep and wake schedules. Plus, on occasion, we rely on babysitters and help from the grandparents. So, accessing our baby monitor when we're downstairs or away from our kids is a top priority for my husband and me. Additionally, how the data is stored is also something we care about.

Insert Harbor—a baby monitor that would have met all my needs as a new parent: reliable, accessible with or without the internet, multi-camera view, and the ability to grant guest access. And those features only scratch the surface. 

Key Features of Harbor's New Baby Monitor

Harbor's baby monitor includes features that are designed to give parents peace of mind and convenience. The monitor offers unparalleled versatility, from high-quality video and audio that lets you see and hear your baby clearly to dual functionality that ensures reliable monitoring with or without the internet. So, is it right for your family? Let's keep exploring!

High-Quality Video and Audio

Harbor's baby monitor offers crystal-clear video and audio quality, allowing you to see and hear your baby with remarkable clarity. The high-definition camera captures every detail, and the enhanced audio ensures you won't miss any sounds; not even a grunt!

Dual Functionality

We explain this in greater detail in a few paragraphs below, but it's worth mentioning now that one of the standout features of Harbor's baby monitor is its ability to operate in both Wi-Fi and non-Wi-Fi modes. This dual functionality ensures you have a reliable connection, regardless of your internet situation.

TL/DR? In the event of a power outage or loss of connection, Harbor will revert to a legacy system (meaning the Monitor and Camera will talk directly to one another), which means you never lose connection with your baby.

Long Battery Life

Harbor's baby monitor also has a long-lasting battery designed to provide extended periods of monitoring without frequent recharges.

And do we really need one more thing to remember as new parents, like charging another device? No :) The long battery life of a baby monitor is a true gift to sleep-deprived parents. Thankfully, Harbor can help ensure continuous monitoring of your baby, providing peace of mind when you're exhausted *insert thank you hug here*. It's like a parent designed this baby monitor—oh wait, one did!

Secure Connection

Harbor takes your privacy seriously. The baby monitor uses advanced encryption to ensure all data is securely transmitted and stored directly on your device. So, what does this really mean?

Essentially, Harbor securely connects to your home WiFi. All data is stored directly on your device and never leaves your home. Harbor does not have any third party clouds or servers, so your data is private and safeguarded with end-to-end encryption. =

Have you ever heard those creepy stories of someone talking into your baby's monitors? Yeah, I know! It's what nightmares are made of—but that would never happen with a Harbor. Another check!

Harbor's Unique Dual Connectivity: Always Stay Connected

My favorite part! Harbor's baby monitor stands out by ensuring constant connectivity, even if your internet goes out, and boy, do I know the failure of the internet well! I live in Austin, Texas, and unusual winter weather can impact our state's entire power grid. And what's the first to go? Our internet. Additionally, I only have decent cell service if I'm connected to the internet at home. So this dual connectivity feature means I never lose sight of sleeping kids, even in the event of a power outage or loss of internet connection. Dual connectivity makes Harbor ideal for any family, especially in states with unpredictable weather, natural disasters, etc. 

Flexibility for Different Situations

Using the Wi-Fi mode at home or work (or working from home!) allows you to access the Harbor app on your mobile or desktop, providing a convenient way to check on your baby. The non-Wi-Fi mode is perfect for areas with poor internet connections, like traveling, ensuring you always have a reliable monitoring solution.

How to Choose the Right Baby Monitor for Your Needs

Choosing the right baby monitor depends on several factors, including budget, specific needs, and the features that are most important to you.=

Budget Considerations

Harbor's baby monitor offers excellent value for your money, providing high-end features at a competitive price. An investment in Harbor is $336, which is a One-Year Membership. Here's a quick cost breakdown:

• $336/year
• $28/month
• $.92/a day

I'd gladly spend less than a dollar a day on peace of mind. How about you? Plus, that leaves plenty left to get out of the house to buy your coffee! Win-win.

Specific Needs

Assessing your needs cannot be overlooked since they are so particular to each family. Consider your requirements, such as multi-room monitoring or the ability to monitor from different devices. As mentioned earlier, Harbor's dual functionality makes it versatile for various needs and situations.

Is Harbor Right For You?

Only you can make that choice, and I truly hope this review helps. From one parent to another, Harbor stands out for its reliability, versatility, and enhanced security features—all of which are important to me.

You can add Harbor to your Poppylist baby registry or shop their summer pre-sale now.