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How to Use a Bulb Syringe for Baby's Nose

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Parents, there’s a reason why the NoseFrida doesn’t fit into your baby’s nostril: It’s not meant to! Inserting something like a bulb syringe deep into your baby’s nose can actually irritate the lining of their nasal passages, which are already swollen and irritated from whatever is causing their stuffy or runny nose—whether it’s a cold, the flu, RSV, or even seasonal allergies. Pro tip: Always use saline before sucking their boogers to help loosen snot and create a tight seal for suction. #paren

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Parents, it’s RSV, cold AND Flu season right now, and if your baby is super stuffed up, they’re going to have a hard time breathing (💡DYK: babies primarily breathe through their nose for the first few months?!), feeding and sleeping. So if your baby is congested, here’s how to use a bulb syringe and nasal suction to get all the snot out of their nose. Remember to always use saline spray, mist or drops before using any type of nasal aspirator. It helps loosen snot, create a good seal for suction