The NoseFrida is comprised of a mouth piece, a long, thin tube, and a suction bulb with an attached, disposable mucus filter. The tube itself is a clear, blue color, so you can see the thrilling results of a good suction moment (yasss!). Besides the fact that it was impossibly sad to watch a four-month-old wheeze and struggle to breathe through tiny nostrils stuffed with mucus he didn’t know how to expel, I wasn’t sleeping a wink because of said mucus. Try not to overuse these devices since they can cause some swelling in the nose,” adds Dr. Katugaha. “Nasal aspiration with a medical device — the Nose Frida is FDA-approved — associated with a saline solution, during viral rhinitis (a common cold), has been shown to lower the risk of developing acute otitis media (ear infections) and rhinosinusitis (sinus infections), in comparison with a group treated with saline solution alone.” Clean Nosefrida after each use: wash large tube out with soap and warm water. Rinse well and allow to dry. Change the hygiene filter.

Once the drops have had a few seconds to work, you can now use the NoseFrida to remove the loosened mucus from the nasal passage. Repeat in the other nostril.Another thing to note: As baby gets older and more mobile, it’s harder to keep them still for such an invasive activity. I found that holding their arms down helped, but I definitely felt guilty for having to put them through it — even though I knew how much it was ultimately helping.

Apply gentle suction to begin with, increasing suction as necessary until you see mucus in the large tube. The filter will protect you from getting anything near your own mouth. Take apart the Nose Frida and wash the mouthpiece and blue plastic rube with soap and water. Leave out the thin, clear tube. While Dr. Lavin doesn’t have a preferred type of nasal aspirator, he explains, “Just use it [nasal aspirator] judiciously—only when the mucus really is bothering the baby, not the parent.” Nose Frida is designed to be safe and effective for clearing nasal congestion in young children,” says Dr. Jimenez. “However, it is imperative that the device is used properly. If the suction is too strong or the device is inserted too far into the child’s nasal cavity, it may cause discomfort or even injury to the nasal passages. Anecdotally, nose bleeds have been reported with Nose Frida. Applying a few drops of saline solution to each nostril before use might make the process more comfortable for the child. If a caregiver has questions, it is always best to consult with your child's pediatrician or a healthcare professional on how to use the device properly.

Do you have to change the Nose Frida filter after every use?

Babies are adorable. But who knew babies had gunk in every bodily orifice? Your newborn baby may be the sweetest infant around, with those twinkling eyes and chubby cheeks, but babies do come with some surprises, like snotty noses. This safe, hygienic and easy to use nasal aspirator has been tested by ear, nose and throat specialists. Studieshave also shown that the hygiene filter eliminates any risk of bacterial transfer from your child to you. Oh, and I forgot to mention, moms love how easy this tool is to clean: the blue tube, red mouthpiece, and filter cap are all dishwasher-safe. You can also use regular soap and water to clean, so it’s your preference. Is the NoseFrida Safe for Babies? The Swedish NoseFrida, created by the fridababy company, is a tool created specifically for clearing little noses of congestion. While it almost seems like a gag gift that might, well, make you gag, the design is hygienic, effective, and super simple to use!