The Best Tech for New Parents

While becoming a new parent is one of the greatest joys in life, it can also be a large source of anxiety for many. The good news is, if you are a tech-loving person, there are a plethora of innovative tech products just waiting to make your life easier and far less worrisome.

Here are our top 5 products to help keep your worry to a minimum as a new parent.

 

1. A smart car seat | A car seat that swivels can help you get baby in and out quicker and easier, or one with a smart harness can send alerts to your cell phone if baby is too hot or if breathing becomes an issue.
2. A sound machine | While a fan works great to help drown out sound and sooth baby when they are fussy, what happens during load shedding? Save yourself the stress by grabbing a sound machine that works while plugged in and with batteries for times when electricity is of short supply.
3. A video monitor | There are plenty on the market, including ones where you can both see, hear, and monitor their breathing and heart rate.
4. A smart thermometer | Why not consider a thermometer that includes a patch to put on your sick babe that sends you alerts if a fever appears?
5. A weight tracking changing pad | Ever wondered what your baby weighs but don’t want to have to head out to the Doctor’s office to find out, especially during a pandemic? A smart changing pad can actually weigh your child; this is also a great option for those wanting to find out exactly how much milk their little one is taking in while breastfeeding.

Now that you have the knowledge, it’s time to shop! Head to gumtree.co.za or your Gumtree app (click for Apple & Android).