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 + Braun Thermometers Giveaway
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?
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 caregiving 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.
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.
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 + 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 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
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 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:
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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Lisa Brown says
January 22, 2018 at 9:39 amI appreciate the disposable lens filter
Kari says
January 22, 2018 at 9:58 amI like the quick 2 second reading.
Stephanie Phelps says
January 22, 2018 at 10:04 amI love the Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp®.
Robin says
February 12, 2018 at 6:00 pmI like the silent mode for sleeping children.
Melissa Storms says
February 12, 2018 at 9:08 pmI like the memory function. It would make it easy to keep track of temperature when someone is sick.
desiree says
February 12, 2018 at 9:28 pmit got big number and keep regular rate on kida
Daniel M says
February 12, 2018 at 9:37 pmSafe and hygienic
Lisa Romine says
February 12, 2018 at 11:36 pmMy favorite feature is that you can take a temperature without touching the person.
Ellen Casper says
February 13, 2018 at 12:54 pmi like the large, easy-to-read screen
Dara Nix says
February 13, 2018 at 3:32 pmI like that it has a Disposable lens filter!
Susan Smith says
February 13, 2018 at 5:15 pmI like the 1X memory function that recalls the last temperature reading allowing you to keep track of of fluctuations.
Jennifer H. says
February 13, 2018 at 6:49 pmI like that the patented pre-warmed tip helps ensure accuracy, measurement after measurement to a tenth of a degree.
John H. says
February 13, 2018 at 7:38 pmI learned that the Memory function recalls the last temperature reading allowing you to keep track of of fluctuations.
Michelle H. says
February 13, 2018 at 7:43 pmI like the disposable tips.
JanD says
February 13, 2018 at 8:29 pmI like the Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp feature.
Justin Comeau says
February 13, 2018 at 8:46 pmI love that I don’t have to swipe. I feel like it never works properly
Theresa D says
February 14, 2018 at 5:15 ammy favorite feature is the silent mode for sleeping children.
Brenda Elsner says
February 14, 2018 at 8:50 amI love that it is silent so you don’t have to wake the kids.
kathleen aanrud says
February 14, 2018 at 11:52 amwould love to win thi
Jae Park says
February 14, 2018 at 1:12 pmMy favorite feature is that the Braun gives you accurate temperature readings in seconds. Makes life easier when dealing with sick, cranky little ones.
Rose Santuci-Sofranko says
February 14, 2018 at 2:41 pmI like the “no touch” feature so you can keep it cleaner and germ free. Thanks and God Bless!
BusyWorkingMama says
February 14, 2018 at 3:14 pmI think my favorite feature is how quickly you get your reading.
Adriana says
February 14, 2018 at 6:05 pmi really like the silent mode.
Allen Gibson says
February 14, 2018 at 8:03 pmThe Pre-warmed tip with ExacTemp is a great feature. Specially in the winter.
Cassandra C says
February 14, 2018 at 9:45 pmI like that it features a pre-warmed tip that minimizes the cooling effect that could result from the introduction of a cool probe tip
Tara Woods says
February 14, 2018 at 10:10 pmMy favorite feature is the two second reading.
sarah s says
February 14, 2018 at 10:16 pmI like the pre-warmed tip feature that helps ensure accuracy.
Angie Ford says
February 14, 2018 at 10:46 pmI like that you can track recent temperatures!
Kathryn M says
February 14, 2018 at 10:50 pmFast is good, especially with a wiggly kid
Julie Hawkins says
February 14, 2018 at 11:15 pmMy favorite feature is you scan the forehead.
Rachel Beltz says
February 15, 2018 at 12:03 amI love that they make taking a temperature of a sleepy baby a breeze!
Amy Deeter says
February 15, 2018 at 12:29 amMy 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”
Leah Shumack says
February 15, 2018 at 4:16 amI love the memory feature. Makes it easier to track when more than one of us is sick!
Kerry p says
February 15, 2018 at 6:03 amI love the simplicity of use. So much easier than old fashioned thermometers. I also love that they are #1 recommended by pediatricians
Buddy Garrett says
February 15, 2018 at 10:56 amI like the Memeory Function.
kathy pease says
February 15, 2018 at 3:20 pmI like that Its non- invasive no touch feature takes accurate readings from up to 2 inches away
Amanda Lindsay Shearouse says
February 15, 2018 at 4:58 pmI like that it has a Disposable lens filter!
Peggy Rydzewski says
February 15, 2018 at 6:44 pmThe patented ExacTemp® positioning system confirms good position in the ear with a light and a beep to ensure accurate temperature measurement.
Breanne says
February 15, 2018 at 6:46 pmI like the no touch feature.
cheryl larimer says
February 15, 2018 at 7:06 pmI 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.
Tarissa says
February 15, 2018 at 8:22 pmI love how easy it would be to use one of these thermometers. Looks great!
Trisha Musgrave says
February 15, 2018 at 8:35 pmThe memory function is what I love most. This would be great when you need to keep track of them, or to tell the Dr.
amber says
February 15, 2018 at 8:49 pmmy fave feature is their no-touch technology in some of their products
DanV says
February 15, 2018 at 8:53 pmI like that it is the #1 brand recommended by pediatricians.
Trisha McKee says
February 15, 2018 at 9:23 pmI 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.
Kayla Klontz says
February 15, 2018 at 9:27 pmI love the quick reading, it’s always so difficult getting my sons temperature with the oral thermometer!
janine says
February 15, 2018 at 10:06 pmI 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
BRYAN E. says
February 15, 2018 at 10:17 pmWe like the color coded temperature guidance – screen changes from green to yellow to red, depending on temperature reading !
Philip Lawrence says
February 15, 2018 at 10:41 pmMy favorite feature is that it can be used with infants, children and adults.
Jerry Marquardt says
February 15, 2018 at 11:18 pmI like the convenient, accurate, yet very readable screen.
AEKZ2 says
February 15, 2018 at 11:30 pmMy favorite is the ThermoScan
Meme says
February 15, 2018 at 11:51 pmI love the quick 2 second reading. Great for a squirmy baby