So recently I received a complimentary Braun ThermoScan 5 from Influenster. If you are not sure what that is, its a Ear Thermometer with ExacTemp Technology. Its takes sonly a few seconds to get an accurate result.
Initially I had some reservations with this particular model. Having a child with a Sensory Disorder can make things like touch and sound difficult. My daughter isn't particular fond of having me put anything in her ears, unless she initiates it first. So needless to say I didn't try it out on her immediately.
Then 2 weeks ago I overheard my daughter on her monitor coughing, and as many moms know, there's a regular cough and the "Sick" cough. It was still 2 hours before her regular wake up time but I already knew she was coming down with a cold. Once she was up and ready to start the day I could hear the congestion in her voice, along with watery eyes and constant sneezing. So I figured this would be the perfect time to try the ThermoScan 5 out. I did a quick read over the simple instruction manual and was ready to give it a try.
At first she resisted my attempts to put the tip into her ear, which was expected. Then after using it on myself a few times she was ready to take a turn. I was very relieved the ThermoScan only took seconds to give me an accurate reading, mostly because I know she wouldn't hold still for long. I knew from touch she was warm but thankfully I was able to know exactly how high her temperature actually was. Luckily, she was able to control her fever with over the counter medications.
So to summarize my experience with the Braun ThermoScan 5 I would say that I was very pleased with its accuracy and prompt reading. Taking my daughters temperature has always been somewhat of a battle but turning it into a turn taking game does seem to help. I would, (and have), recommended the ThermoScan to customers at my work, (I am a cashier at a drugstore). Thank you Braun and thank you Influenster. I am glad to have had the opportunity to test and review this product, and definitely proud to be an Influenster!
