The Vicks Baby Rectal Thermometer helps you easily check your baby"s body temperature. It features a uniquely designed short ComfortFlex probe tip and the large display with backlighting makes reading the temperature easy. This thermometer produces a beeping sound when the reading is complete. Designed with a memory function, this mercury-free thermometer can recall the last temperature taken. It has an ergonomic design for comfortable handling. This digital baby thermometer is waterproof so cleaning and sterilization is a breeze. It"s suitable for rectal use only and is intended for children aged 1 year and older.