Snuza Halo Movement Monitor

From LoveToKnow Baby

Parents of infants often worry about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, which is also referred to as SIDS. While we've come a long way in reducing the risk of SIDS, the threat still exists.

Charlotte Wenham talks about the Snuza Halo movement monitor.

Thirteen years ago, the American Academy of Pediatrics along with the National Institute for of Child Health and Human Development released a policy on reducing the risk of SIDS. The primary focus was on the "Back to Sleep" campaign, in which parents and child caregivers were advised to place babies to sleep on their backs to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

Other recommendations include using a safety-approved crib mattress, giving baby a clean pacifier, keeping baby's room a comfortable temperature that isn't too warm, and removing loose bed linens, blankets, toys, etc. from baby's bed that could cause a suffocation risk. With the introduction of the Snuza Halo, however, parents can breathe a little easier.

Charlotte Wenham is a busy mother of two young boys, with a background in ER nursing. In between running around after her two boys, she is the Product Manager for Snuza Halo Baby Movement Monitors. Charlotte talked about this product with LoveToKnow.

How serious is the risk of SIDS for infants?

While the risk of SIDS is lower than it was 15 years ago, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome still claims the life of up to 10 babies each day in the US. Every year, almost 3,000 families and their communities are affected. At the current time, the cause of SIDS is unknown.

What is the Snuza Halo?

The Snuza Halo is a portable breathing monitor, specifically designed for babies, that monitors baby's smallest breathing movements.

Snuza Halo

How does this product work?

The Snuza Halo is clipped over the waistband of baby's diaper, where it senses baby's belly movements. The Snuza will recognize if movement is not sensed, and will actually trigger a vibration if 15 seconds passes without movement, to stimulate baby to breathe. The vibration feels similar to when you put your cell on silent, and someone tries to call you or send through a message.

If the Snuza does not sense movement within 5 seconds of the vibration, then an audible alarm is activated so that parents, grandparents or caregivers can check their baby and get appropriate medical assistance, if necessary.

How much does the Snuza Halo cost?

The Snuza Halo Lifesaver pack is $199. This includes the Snuza Halo, an Instructional DVD with an Infant First Aid and Healthcare section that tells parents how to perform Rescue Breathing and CPR. It also contains information on how to manage simple childhood illnesses like fever, croup and dehydration.

Where can parents purchase this product?

A full list of retailers can be found on Snuza.com.

Where can we read more about this innovative product?

Information on how the monitor works, along with product testimonials and instruction video clip, can be found about the Snuza Halo on the product website at Snuza.