How to use?
FAQs
At what age can a nasal aspirator be used?
A nasal aspirator can be used for a baby at around 2 months old. However, there are also natural methods to help the baby clear nasal mucus. For example, bathing with slightly warmer water can allow the baby to inhale steam, not only improving nasal congestion but also humidifying nasal mucus and phlegm. Using the nasal aspirator afterward may yield better results.
Can infants use nasal aspirators?
When a baby has excessive nasal mucus, impacting their feeding, sleep, and daily routines, parents may consider actively using a "nasal aspirator." There are various types and forms of nasal aspirators, including simple infant nasal bulbs, oral suction types, manual types, foot-operated types, and electric-powered nasal aspirators. Electric nasal aspirators, in addition to quickly clearing nasal mucus for instant comfort, can also improve respiratory conditions and sleep quality. They have become an essential product for many parents at home.
How to Help a Baby with Nasal Aspiration?
- Moisten Nasal Passages: Before assisting your baby with nasal aspiration, it is essential to ensure that the "nasal passages are moist" to prevent causing damage to the nasal mucosa. The simplest way is to moisten the nasal passages with the steam during bath time and then perform nasal aspiration after the bath. Alternatively, before nasal aspiration, you can use a warm towel for moist compress, allowing the baby to inhale the warm steam. After moistening the nasal passages, proceed with the nasal aspiration.
- Sitting Position: Before aspirating nasal mucus, one parent should securely position the baby in a "sitting posture with a straight back." If the baby is a newborn and cannot sit yet, parents can assist in propping up the baby's upper body to facilitate the flow of nasal mucus.
- Try Different Angles: Once you start the nasal aspiration, it's important to be "quick, firm, and accurate" in extracting the mucus. Since babies often don't enjoy nasal aspiration and may squirm or resist, try different angles to find the most effective position for extracting the maximum amount of nasal mucus.
How many times can a nasal aspirator be used in a day?
Commercially available nasal aspirators provide mild relief, but it is advised not to excessively use them for your baby. It is recommended to use the nasal aspirator a maximum of three times a day—once upon waking, once before bedtime, and once at noon. "Warm Steam" makes nasal clearing more effortless: Bath time is the ideal moment for nasal clearing, utilizing the warm steam generated during bathing to clear the nasal passages. You can also use a cotton swab dipped in saline solution to gently wipe the inside of the nose.
For lubrication during the use of the ChiBoJi Nasal Aspirator:
- Only use sunflower oil or salad oil for lubrication to ensure the lifespan of the nasal aspirator.
- Apply the oil with a tissue or cloth to prevent excess oil from spilling.
- Before applying lubricating oil, it is essential to disassemble the nasal aspirator and clean any remaining oil residue inside.
Can the ChiBoJi Nasal Aspirator be sterilized?
After cleaning, be sure to apply lubricating oil! This product should not be placed in a sterilization pot as it may deform.