A Friend to Every Parent

1. A Friend to Every Parent The undisputed must-have household item for parents is, of course, the forehead thermometer for babies. It is not unknown that fever in children can strike at any time. Often in the middle of the night, and without warning. However, being caught unprepared is a parent’s worst nightmare. For that reason, having a reliable forehead thermometer for babies becomes a necessity, and lets the parents know when to seek medical attention for the baby. The forehead thermometer for babies, also known as the temporal artery thermometer, uses infrared technology to detect the temperature of the temporal artery on the baby’s forehead. For most, one has to simply swipe the thermometer across the baby’s forehead and have an instant reading. But one has to be sure to read the exact instructions for an accurate and reliable reading. Whether the baby is fussy or fast asleep, the forehead thermometer is non-intrusive and super easy to use. Before swiping the thermometer across the baby’s forehead, one should keep in mind that these thermometers are heat sensitive. Changes in the environment, or if the baby is sweaty, can have an effect on its accuracy. The forehead thermometer enables one to get the baby’s temperature reading in a flash. Most thermometers will produce a beeping sound when they are done taking the reading. Time is always of the essence, especially with a sick child and this thermometer ensures one does not waste any. For infants younger than 3 months, experts recommend digital rectal thermometers as the most accurate. The issue here is of course ease of use and discomfort for the baby. However, new studies indicate that forehead thermometers for babies can be reliably used. Get a forehead thermometer soon for the baby at home, and say hello to the perfect and healthy life!