When your child is sick, it's important to let them rest. The Braun No touch + forehead thermometer is safe to use on all members of the family. Its non- invasive no touch feature takes accurate readings from up to 2 inches away, making it convenient to measure the temperature on a sleeping child. The optional touch feature allows you to easily and quickly measure temperature with a gentle forehead touch, no need to swipe. Easily read the temperature on the back-lit & color-coded display.