GoKawiilIf you're a parent with young children, you're familiar with the struggles of sleep. I've gone through my fair share of sleep regressions with my toddler, and despite all of it, I try my best to keep his sleep routine consistent. This includes making sure his room is setup to be the perfect sleep haven for him.
One way I've done this is by relying on specific pieces of tech to make his room sleep-friendly. Although his sleep isn't perfect every night, I know that he has the best options to set him up for success.
1. SmartWings Smart Shades
The SmartWings Smart Shades are key to keeping my toddler's bedroom dark and sleep-friendly. Giselle Castro-Sloboda/ CNET
I learned that in order for my son to get a good night’s sleep, we need blackout shades. My son’s window coverings needed replacing recently, and we suspected they were contributing to some of his wake-ups during naps and at bedtime since light was still seeping into the room.
We installed the SmartWings blackout smart shades, and his sleep improved drastically. These smart shades are one of CNET’s top smart blind picks and come in different fabrics, but I opted for linen. It doesn’t have unsightly cords or plugs because it uses a battery-powered motor with a Li-ion (lithium-ion) rechargeable battery. This is important for safety when you have a toddler who is tempted to pull wires and push buttons.
You can also choose additional light blockers for even more coverage in the room at an extra cost. For easy managing, these blinds come with a remote control, so I can lower or raise the shades during naps or bedtime
2. Nanit Pro Baby Monitor
The Nanit Pro smart baby monitor has grown with my child since infancy. Giselle Castro-Sloboda/ CNET
The Nanit is my toddler’s smart baby monitor that lets me keep an eye on him during naps, bedtime and even during playtime. I have two Nanit baby monitors set up in his room: one above his bed, while the other gives me a full view of the room.
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