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January 22, 2018

Fever Facts Most Parents Don’t Know with Braun Thermometers

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Should you treat every fever? Be prepared for child’s next sickness with these Fever Facts Most Parents Don’t Know. This post is sponsored by Braun Thermometers. All mama bear opinions are my own.

Fever facts most parents don't know

Fever Facts Most Parents Don’t Know with Braun Thermometers

Once a mama bear always a mama bear, that’s what I always say. While my head may always be a pediatric nurse, my heart will always be a mom first. Maybe it’s because of the day when a visit to a theme park turned into a nightmare.

No thermometer. No medicine. No warning.

A trip to the hospital and some hard parent life lessons left me scarred with fever phobia. Now anytime my kids spike a fever, I get super anxious and worried. In mama bear mode, I’m constantly hovering with a thermometer, fever medicine, liquids and snuggles. But as much as I thought that I knew about treating my children’s sicknesses, I was actually surprised to learn how much I didn’t know (even as a pediatric nurse).

Do you know all of these fever facts?

Fever tips for parents

5 Fever Facts Most Parents Don’t Know

Myth: The most accurate temperature check is rectally.

Nope. The ear canal is the best site to measure a fever, due to its close proximity to the eardrum, which shares the blood supply of the brain’s temperature control center. In a recent survey, only 12% of moms knew this.

Myth: All fevers should be treated with fever medicine.

Untrue. Most fevers indicate that your child’s immune system is strong and working to heal your child faster. Children are generally safe at temperatures that kill many viruses and bacteria.

Myth: It’s important to wake my children in the middle of the night when they have a fever.

While tracking temperatures at night time is an important part of care giving for your child, so is giving them the rest they need to fight their sickness.

Myth: Fevers can give my child brain damage.

Fevers can be extremely scary (remember my theme park nightmare?), but most fevers are not dangerous or cause brain damage.

Myth: The back of my hand on my child’s forehead is an accurate way to measure for fever.

While you may be able to feel some warmth by using the back of your hand, it’s not the best indicator for fevers. In fact, my mother told me that my forehead was NEVER warm when I had a fever as a child. The best way to accurately take your child’s temperature is with a thermometer you trust to provide professional accuracy, gentle convenience and peace of mind when you need it most.

Braun thermometer parent review

Fever Fact: Have the Right Thermometer

I don’t take any chances when it comes to my kids’ health. I need a thermometer that’s precise, fast, durable and easy-to-use. That’s why I love using Braun Thermometers with my family.

Braun is the #1 brand recommended by pediatricians. Perfect for mom, these thermometers are fast and reliable when we need them most. Just in time for cold and flu season, you can save $5 on Braun Thermometers at Walgreens. Check out which ones we are depending on this winter season for my kids’ fevers.

Fever myths

Braun ThermoScan® 5 Ear thermometer

Now that we know that the ear canal is the most accurate place to read for a fever, you’d better believe that I want the best when it comes to an ear thermometer. The Braun ThermoScan® 5 is proven more accurate than forehead or rectal measurement, with a super fast reading – even for the fussiest child.

Product Features

  • Fast reading in just seconds
  • Positioning system uses a light and a beep to confirm proper positioning
  • Large, easy-to-read screen
  • Last reading memory recall
  • Lens filters for hygiene
  • For infants, children and adults
  • Includes thermometer, protective case, 21 lens filters, and 2 AA batteries

Braun no touch thermometer review

Braun No touch + forehead thermometer

Technology is amazing. The Braun No touch + forehead thermometer is one of those amazing devices that have you saying “I wish I had this when…” Perfect for getting a quick temperature check in the middle of the night, this thermometer has the capability to literally not disturb your child (even your lightest sleeper) while they’re resting.

The Braun No touch + forehead thermometer is the first thermometer to take professionally accurate temperatures with a gentle touch of the forehead or no touch at all. Genius, I tell you. Genius.

Product Features

  • Clinically proven precise and accurate readings
  • Same professional accuracy touching the forehead or no touch from up to 2 inches away
  • Fast two-second reading
  • Easy to use – no need to swipe
  • Color coded temperature guidance – screen changes from green to yellow to red, depending on temperature reading
  • Silent mode for sleeping children (YES!)
  • Positioning system guides to the correct distance and location to ensure accuracy
  • Safe and hygienic
  • For infants, children and adults
  • Includes thermometer, protective cap, and 2 AA batteries

Braun thermomter coupon

Fevers are serious. But I’m seriously ready thanks to Braun Thermometers, now available at your local Walgreens. Save big with this exclusive Braun Thermometer savings offer. Get the fever facts. Have your thermometer ready. And most importantly love on your kids – even as a mama bear.

Braun thermometer giveaway 2018

Braun Thermometers Prize Pack Giveaway

Are you ready for fever season? Be prepared to take care of your children this winter with this Braun Thermometer Prize Pack Giveaway, perfect for cold and flu season. One winner will receive:

  • (1) Braun ThermoScan® 5 Thermometer ($100 value)
  • $50 Walgreens Gift Card

Open to U.S. residents only. Ends 2/15/18. Here’s how to enter:


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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Braun Thermometers. The opinions and text are all mine.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Braun Thermometers. The opinions and text are all mine.

 

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Comments

  1. Lisa Brown says

    January 22, 2018 at 9:39 am

    I appreciate the disposable lens filter

    Reply
  2. Kari says

    January 22, 2018 at 9:58 am

    I like the quick 2 second reading.

    Reply
  3. Stephanie Phelps says

    January 22, 2018 at 10:04 am

    I love the Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp®.

    Reply
  4. Robin says

    February 12, 2018 at 6:00 pm

    I like the silent mode for sleeping children.

    Reply
  5. Melissa Storms says

    February 12, 2018 at 9:08 pm

    I like the memory function. It would make it easy to keep track of temperature when someone is sick.

    Reply
  6. desiree says

    February 12, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    it got big number and keep regular rate on kida

    Reply
  7. Daniel M says

    February 12, 2018 at 9:37 pm

    Safe and hygienic

    Reply
  8. Lisa Romine says

    February 12, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    My favorite feature is that you can take a temperature without touching the person.

    Reply
  9. Ellen Casper says

    February 13, 2018 at 12:54 pm

    i like the large, easy-to-read screen

    Reply
  10. Dara Nix says

    February 13, 2018 at 3:32 pm

    I like that it has a Disposable lens filter!

    Reply
  11. Susan Smith says

    February 13, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    I like the 1X memory function that recalls the last temperature reading allowing you to keep track of of fluctuations.

    Reply
  12. Jennifer H. says

    February 13, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    I like that the patented pre-warmed tip helps ensure accuracy, measurement after measurement to a tenth of a degree.

    Reply
  13. John H. says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    I learned that the Memory function recalls the last temperature reading allowing you to keep track of of fluctuations.

    Reply
  14. Michelle H. says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:43 pm

    I like the disposable tips.

    Reply
  15. JanD says

    February 13, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    I like the Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp feature.

    Reply
  16. Justin Comeau says

    February 13, 2018 at 8:46 pm

    I love that I don’t have to swipe. I feel like it never works properly

    Reply
  17. Theresa D says

    February 14, 2018 at 5:15 am

    my favorite feature is the silent mode for sleeping children.

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  18. Brenda Elsner says

    February 14, 2018 at 8:50 am

    I love that it is silent so you don’t have to wake the kids.

    Reply
  19. kathleen aanrud says

    February 14, 2018 at 11:52 am

    would love to win thi

    Reply
  20. Jae Park says

    February 14, 2018 at 1:12 pm

    My favorite feature is that the Braun gives you accurate temperature readings in seconds. Makes life easier when dealing with sick, cranky little ones.

    Reply
    • Dan says

      December 22, 2019 at 5:37 pm

      Untrue, I was getting temp. readings of 105.3 which sent me to the ER. When I got there my temp. was only 101.6. This inaccurate reading cost me thousands of dollars. I took my reading several time with the same result before I went to ER. I am on immunosuppressive drugs and rely on this accuracy to keep me alive.

      Reply
  21. Rose Santuci-Sofranko says

    February 14, 2018 at 2:41 pm

    I like the “no touch” feature so you can keep it cleaner and germ free. Thanks and God Bless!

    Reply
  22. BusyWorkingMama says

    February 14, 2018 at 3:14 pm

    I think my favorite feature is how quickly you get your reading.

    Reply
  23. Adriana says

    February 14, 2018 at 6:05 pm

    i really like the silent mode.

    Reply
  24. Allen Gibson says

    February 14, 2018 at 8:03 pm

    The Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp is a great feature. Specially in the winter.

    Reply
  25. Cassandra C says

    February 14, 2018 at 9:45 pm

    I like that it features a pre-warmed tip that minimizes the cooling effect that could result from the introduction of a cool probe tip

    Reply
  26. Tara Woods says

    February 14, 2018 at 10:10 pm

    My favorite feature is the two second reading.

    Reply
  27. sarah s says

    February 14, 2018 at 10:16 pm

    I like the pre-warmed tip feature that helps ensure accuracy.

    Reply
  28. Angie Ford says

    February 14, 2018 at 10:46 pm

    I like that you can track recent temperatures!

    Reply
  29. Kathryn M says

    February 14, 2018 at 10:50 pm

    Fast is good, especially with a wiggly kid

    Reply
  30. Julie Hawkins says

    February 14, 2018 at 11:15 pm

    My favorite feature is you scan the forehead.

    Reply
  31. Rachel Beltz says

    February 15, 2018 at 12:03 am

    I love that they make taking a temperature of a sleepy baby a breeze!

    Reply
  32. Amy Deeter says

    February 15, 2018 at 12:29 am

    My favorite feature is “The back-lit, color-coded display will let you know in a glance if the fever temperature is getting better or worse”

    Reply
  33. Leah Shumack says

    February 15, 2018 at 4:16 am

    I love the memory feature. Makes it easier to track when more than one of us is sick!

    Reply
  34. Kerry p says

    February 15, 2018 at 6:03 am

    I love the simplicity of use. So much easier than old fashioned thermometers. I also love that they are #1 recommended by pediatricians

    Reply
  35. Buddy Garrett says

    February 15, 2018 at 10:56 am

    I like the Memeory Function.

    Reply
  36. kathy pease says

    February 15, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    I like that Its non- invasive no touch feature takes accurate readings from up to 2 inches away

    Reply
  37. Amanda Lindsay Shearouse says

    February 15, 2018 at 4:58 pm

    I like that it has a Disposable lens filter!

    Reply
  38. Peggy Rydzewski says

    February 15, 2018 at 6:44 pm

    The patented ExacTemp® positioning system confirms good position in the ear with a light and a beep to ensure accurate temperature measurement.

    Reply
  39. Breanne says

    February 15, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    I like the no touch feature.

    Reply
  40. cheryl larimer says

    February 15, 2018 at 7:06 pm

    I love that it takes it quickly and accurately. When my grandbabies don’t feel good, they just want to be held – not have their temp taken.

    Reply
  41. Tarissa says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:22 pm

    I love how easy it would be to use one of these thermometers. Looks great!

    Reply
  42. Trisha Musgrave says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:35 pm

    The memory function is what I love most. This would be great when you need to keep track of them, or to tell the Dr.

    Reply
  43. amber says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:49 pm

    my fave feature is their no-touch technology in some of their products

    Reply
  44. DanV says

    February 15, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    I like that it is the #1 brand recommended by pediatricians.

    Reply
  45. Trisha McKee says

    February 15, 2018 at 9:23 pm

    I love that it has a silent mode. So many times my kids are resting and if they are sick, I do not want to wake them up.

    Reply
  46. Kayla Klontz says

    February 15, 2018 at 9:27 pm

    I love the quick reading, it’s always so difficult getting my sons temperature with the oral thermometer!

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  47. janine says

    February 15, 2018 at 10:06 pm

    I like the Positioning system guides to the correct distance and location to ensure accuracy. I have a different forehead thermometer and sometimes wonder if I did it right because I can to it several times in a row and get slightly different readings. This would eliminate errors from user technique

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  48. BRYAN E. says

    February 15, 2018 at 10:17 pm

    We like the color coded temperature guidance – screen changes from green to yellow to red, depending on temperature reading !

    Reply
  49. Philip Lawrence says

    February 15, 2018 at 10:41 pm

    My favorite feature is that it can be used with infants, children and adults.

    Reply
  50. Jerry Marquardt says

    February 15, 2018 at 11:18 pm

    I like the convenient, accurate, yet very readable screen.

    Reply
  51. AEKZ2 says

    February 15, 2018 at 11:30 pm

    My favorite is the ThermoScan

    Reply
  52. Meme says

    February 15, 2018 at 11:51 pm

    I love the quick 2 second reading. Great for a squirmy baby

    Reply

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