If you use a baby monitor with a built-in thermostat, be mindful that these readings are often inaccurate 😫🆘. Please also consider the positioning of your baby monitor; mounting 🔨 it close to the ceiling might provide a warmer reading, while positioning it close to a window could result in readings that are hotter 🥵 or colder 🥶 than the actual room temperature, depending on the season ☀️🍂🌧️🌷. External factors such as sunlight exposure before bedtime or the influence of cold drafts on the window can further affect the accuracy of the reading 😩🤦🏻♀️
While you can invest in a more accurate temperature monitor, we suggest using your local weather app 📱 to guide* you in dressing your baby in TOG-rated sleepwear according to the predicted weather conditions 🌦️. Additionally, consider purchasing a wall thermometer (like the ones tagged in this reel 🌡️) to enable you to compare the temperature readings between your baby monitor and the wall thermometer during different times of the day and night ☺️. This can help you identify any discrepancies to ensure your baby isn’t waking due to feeling too hot or too cold 🥰
The key is not* to dress your baby based on the current* room temperature at bedtime, but rather for the coldest* part of the night 👌🏻. This approach aligns with the natural drop in their core body temperature, ensuring they don’t wake up feeling too cold, particularly around 3:00am 🆘
Other factors that can influence your baby monitor thermostat include your insulation, ceiling height, heating system, and whether your house is built on stumps or a slab 🏠
If your baby continues to wake frequently overnight despite having a temperature-controlled room and you need support to consolidate their sleep, please reach out and book a consultation or download our Sleep Essentials Guide at www.settletosleep.com.au 🩷🌸💫