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When you first become a parent, it's often a magical time filled with cuddles and love. But the truth is, it can also be rather worrying. Is it OK to leave your precious newborn alone in their crib while you pop the kettle on? If you’re scared to shower, pee or part with your sleeping baby for even a split second, you are not alone.

Newborn babies mostly just nap, but it’s normal to feel compelled to protect them like a fierce mama bear all day long. That said, once the glow starts to fade and you realise you haven’t washed for a week, you will need (and deserve) some me-time.

The easiest way to give yourself a break is to invest in a baby monitor. While they won’t replace you, the right device will provide peace of mind at bedtime and enable you to get on with life admin (or workout/watch TV/write a novel) while your baby safely naps. And the ideal device will see you through the precious early days, right up until your little ones are running around. Keep scrolling for our picks of the best monitors available to shop now...

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Most new parents develop extrasensory perception skills that enable you to hear your baby's cries from the other end of the house. But a well-chosen monitor will definitely help you to switch off and relax. Consider the following categories before you make a purchase:

Often the most cost-effective option, audio monitors work a bit like a walkie-talkie and allow you to listen out for cries. You won’t be able to see your little one, but you will be able to hear if they are distressed. Constantly monitoring a screen can get addictive, so audio is a good compromise for low-fi observation.

These are designed to capture both sound and visuals with a camera in your baby’s room. They often come with night vision so you can keep an eye on things at bedtime, and most cameras require a mains socket.

For extra peace of mind during the early days, movement devices track your baby to ensure they’re breathing and not rolling over, usually with the help of a mat that sits under the cot mattress.

These days you can buy high-end parenting tech to measure sleep analytics, which can be reassuring for anxious parents and also help you to develop a bedtime routine.

Most baby monitors come with strong sound or picture quality as standard. It's also worth considering the following before you choose your device.

Much like shopping for your dream baby changing bag or nursing bra, the best baby monitor available in the UK depends on your individual taste, budget and what works for you as a family. To help you decide, our list has been compiled with the help of our panel of WH mum testers, in-house experts and models that have been well-reviewed online.

To put the following monitors through their paces, we looked at functionality, usability, price, innovation, and ease of use. We also chose not to list them in order of preference, as each device we reviewed has been selected for stand-out features that we believe make it a great contender. The best one for your family ultimately comes down to personal choice. So, keep scrolling for our pick of the best baby monitors on the market and see which one works for you.

From app-connected night vision to sleep analysis and movement monitors, keep scrolling for our pick of the best baby monitors in the UK to shop now.

Anxious mamas looking for peace of mind? Take note! With the help of cutting-edge functionality (no judgement here, parenting is tough) this innovative baby monitor from Cübo Ai has raised the bar. It uses AI technology to alert parents to any potential dangers in real-time, such as your baby rolling over or accidental face covering, via an app that controls the settings. Plus it comes with white noise and lullaby sounds to soothe your tot if they're struggling to settle. And the little touches including great picture clarity, hidden trailing wires and stylish camera unit really gives this monitor the edge. Our mum tester was particularly pleased with the clear sound and super-sharp night vision, which she regularly uses to peep on her sleeping baby when she's working late at the office while her partner is in charge.

Video: Yes Two-way talk: Yes Night vision: Yes Sound alerts: Yes Motion alerts: Yes App control: Yes Temperature display: Yes

If you're super-anxious and/or tech savvy, this innovative monitor from Owlet comes with enough digital data to buy you peace of mind. This monitor works slightly differently to normal baby monitors, with a little 'smart sock' that comfortably wraps around your baby's foot. This then connects to a base station up to 100 ft away, which delivers key data direct to your smartphone. From there, you'll be able to track your baby's heart rate, oxygen levels, sleep quality and more. This can be a godsend for sleep safety if worrying about your little one is keeping you all awake at night. Plus it will also to help you to build a picture of your baby's sleep habits, which can in turn help you develop a bedtime routine. And if you'd prefer to keep an eye on your sleeping tot, the brand also makes a video monitor or you can buy both in a duo pack.

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Truth be told, if (like most of us at WH HQ) you spend much of your day glued to a computer, monitoring yet another miniature screen at night to keep an eye on your sleeping baby can make life feel like an episode of Black Mirror. So, if you're on the fence about video baby monitors (and tend to keep checking on your baby regularly, regardless of your gadget status) this audio-only device from BT is an excellent compromise. And what it lacks in functionality, it makes up for with HD sound and long-distance range. It also comes with fun lullabies and a super-cute light show to soothe tricky babies. But best of all, it's easily the cheapest option on our list. Our mum tester has used this one for two years with no complaints, although be mindful of the sensitive temperature sensor during the summer months.

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Often find yourself checking your baby is breathing even though you know they're likely to be fine? You're not going mad, all new parents do this in the early days (and many of us still worry several years down the line!) But if keeping track of your sleeping tot is keeping you awake at night, you will benefit from this clever baby monitor. It uses precise movement detection technology tucked safely under the cot mattress to keep tabs on your little one's chest movements and wriggles, and will instantly notify you if anything is amiss.

What's more, the software comes with a second sensor, meaning you can monitor multiples or siblings in different rooms if you have a growing family too. Our mum tester praised the screen size, picture clarity, easy set-up and found the touchscreen LCD screen very simple to use.

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In a world of wrist-sized health tech, it can feel like baby monitors have some catching up to do in the tech space. Sure, you can monitor your sleeping child from another continent and measure their sleep stats to precision. But the truth is that most video monitors are also a bit clunky and take up a lot of space, not to mention the dangling wires. Step in the BM1 from EZVIZ, a wireless and battery-powered video monitor that's so lightweight you can pop it in your hand luggage and take it on holiday. We love the absence of fiddly wires and the way it can be easily clipped onto crib bars. But best of all the camera quality is top notch and the super-cute design blends seamlessly into the nursery. And did we mention it comes with cute little ears?

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This simple but effective video baby monitor from BT comes at a competitive price. And what it lacks in fancy functionality, it makes up for with its large screen and pan and zoom functionality. This is great for when your little ones suddenly gets active, so you'll never miss a precious (or potentially hazardous!) moment. Our mum tester praised the screen display quality and gave the sound and overall reliability the thumbs up too.

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Arguably all of the monitors on our list will work for anxious new parents, but this clever device from Nanit takes things up a notch. The bundle includes the monitor, a stand, comprehensive sleep stats, and a tiny band to monitor your baby's breaths per minute. The monitor provides a 1080p bird's eye view of your baby that's accessible from anywhere in the world via your iOS, Android, Kindle Fire, or Echo Show device, which comes in handy if you or your partner has to work or travel for any reason. So that's all of the boxes ticked! Now all we need is some sleep.

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If reliable visual monitoring is top of you priority list, this baby video monitor from Babymoov should be on your kit list. Aside from being really easy to assemble with great picture clarity, it also comes with reassuringly straightforward functionality that even a baby could use (OK not quite but you get the gist!) including a motorised camera with a tilt and zoom lens plus handy additional features including night lights, lullabies and a temperature sensor. And best of all it doesn't require a power point for set up and it can connect up to four cameras if you have a growing family. Plus we rate the gentle relaxing tunes.

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If you're not particularly tech-savvy and you're looking for a reliable, trustworthy and cost-effective baby monitor that's easy to use at home and on the move, your hunt is over. This classic device has great picture clarity, a generous sized screen, and reliable night vision mode. It also features temperature display, two-way talk, lullabies and an out-of-range alert which comes in handy if you're pottering about the house at bedtime. And best of all it comes in at half the price of many of its competitors.

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Another simple but effective video baby monitoring device from a trusted brand, this one comes with remote controlled pan scan plus digital tilt and zoom, so it's handy for keeping an eye on wriggly tots. While it doesn't come with some of the higher spec functionality of its pricier competitors, the 1,000 feet range makes up for this is you're busy around the house but still want to keep one eye on your sleeping bubba.

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Thanks to long reach and vivid picture night monitoring plus temperature control and two-way talk so that baby can hear you if they wake during the night, this video monitor is a solid all-round option for keeping one eye on sleeping tots. But best of all you can set an alarm for feeding time, so you can keep your little one well stocked up on milk and start to establish mealtime routines.

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