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Stitch with: @babymassage.akerke 🤧 Let’s talk about the great mucus mission many parents find themselves on during sick season. It seems like the moment a little nose gets stuffy, many parents take on the role of snot-sucking warriors. But here’s the deal: unless your baby is truly bothered or your clinician has specifically advised it, you don’t need to suction every sniffle. In fact, overdoing it can cause more irritation than relief for some kids. 👉 When should you clear the mucus? - If it’s causing breathing issues - If baby is struggling to eat or sleep - If you’ve been told to by your healthcare provider For minor congestion or if they're not bothered; you can simply start by using nasal saline spray or drops to liquify the mucous and let it drain naturally. If that doesn't help and the congestion is bothersome--consider suctioning. Quick Suction Tips: 💡 Bulb Suction: - Squeeze the bulb *before* inserting it into the nostril. - Place it just inside the nostril (don’t shove it up there!), release the bulb, and clean after each use (squeeze, insert into warm soapy water, and release just like you would a snotty nose, then squeeze out the water, repeat until clean, and air dry). 💡Nose Frida: - Add a few drops of saline spray into the nostril to loosen mucus. - Connect pieces as instructed by the insert, place the tube just outside the nostril and suck gently on the mouth piece. No, you’re not actually inhaling the snot—there is a filter said to separate inhaling those germs. (But if you can't get past the ew-factor, you're not alone and feel free to skip it.) 💡NozeBot: - This electronic powerhouse makes quick work of congestion with gentle suction. Follow the instructions and let it do the heavy lifting for you! Want to be prepared for ALL things sick days and sniffles? Comment or DM me "MEDICINE GUIDE" to snag my free PDF with all my rec
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