Nasal irrigator - Duo of syringes and tips - Institut Maïa
Regular price $11.99Give your baby the breathing comfort they need with this set of two nasal syringes specially designed for toddlers under two years old. Each syringe features a soft, flexible silicone tip, ideal for gently cleaning your child's delicate nostrils without causing discomfort.
A congested nose can disrupt your baby's sleep, feeding, and overall well-being. Since toddlers can't blow their noses effectively, they rely on you to help them breathe more easily. Our nasal syringe is an essential tool for maintaining optimal nasal hygiene.
Used with saline solution, it removes secretions and particles, reducing congestion, moistening nasal passages, and preventing nosebleeds. Make breathing easier for your baby and ensure peaceful nights with this essential for toddler respiratory health.
It also allows:
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Better nutrition and better sleep;
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A reduction in colds or their duration;
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A reduction in ear infections, sinus infections and coughs;
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A reduction in antibiotic use;
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Better control of asthma in children who suffer from it;
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A reduction in absenteeism of children from daycare and school as well as parents from work.
Start your child's nasal hygiene as soon as they are born.
Nasal hygiene should be performed with a saline solution. This can be prepared at home or sold in pharmacies or supermarkets. You will find a recipe for homemade preparation on the back of the package.
The syringe irrigation technique is recommended for children under 2 years of age. When they are older, the irrigation technique with the bottle or spray .
Here are the suggested amounts of saline solution based on your child's age. If your doctor has recommended a different amount, follow their advice.
Premature: 1 ml per nostril
Under 2 years: 1 to 3 ml per nostril
Minimum recommended frequency for your child:
October to May: 1 to 2 times a day
Cold or congestion: 3 to 6 times a day
Lying technique - for children under 6 months
1. Always wash your hands BEFORE and AFTER performing nasal hygiene on your child.
2. Remove heavy secretions using a nasal aspirator if necessary.
3. Fill a syringe with the body temperature saline solution (see the table above for the quantity).
4. Lay your child on their side or back, swaddle them if necessary, and place a washcloth under their nose. Irrigate the upper nostril while lying on their side by gently emptying the contents of the syringe, approximately 1 mL/second. Secretions can come out of both nostrils, but also through the mouth or be swallowed. It is not necessary for the water to come out of the other nostril.
5. Turn your child onto the other side or keep them on their back, and repeat the same technique for the other nostril.
6. If your child is unable to blow their nose, blot their nose with a tissue or use a nasal aspirator. If necessary, repeat steps 2 to 5 if any secretions remain.
Sitting technique for children over 6 months
One-person technique
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Your child should be sitting on your lap with their head upright (neither tilted backward nor forward). To do this, it may be easier to swaddle your child in a large towel. You can also place a towel over them to prevent them from getting wet.
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With one hand, hold his jaw to stabilize him and place your cheek against his so he can't move during the exercise.
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With your other hand, hold the syringe. Insert the tip into one nostril. Lean forward slightly.
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Empty the contents of the syringe quickly into the nostril. Secretions can exit through both nostrils, but also through the mouth.
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Use the same technique for the other nostril.
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If your child is unable to blow their nose, blot their nose with a tissue. If necessary, repeat steps 2, 3, and 4. Your child's nose should be clean and there should be a good flow of air.
Two-person technique
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Your child should sit on the lap of your caregiver, with their head upright (neither tilted backward nor forward), with their back firmly pressed against their stomach. They can hold your child's legs between their legs. One hand is used to hold the child's arms. The other hand rests on their forehead to prevent their head from moving.
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With one hand, place a washcloth under your child's nose. With the other hand, hold the syringe. Insert the tip into one nostril. Ask the person helping you to lean forward slightly.
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Empty the contents of the syringe into the nostril. Secretions can exit through both nostrils, but also through the mouth.
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Use the same technique for the other nostril.
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If your child is unable to blow their nose, blot their nose with a tissue. If necessary, repeat steps 2 and 3. Your child's nose should be clean and there should be a good flow of air.
The nasal irrigator tip is made of silicone, which provides maximum comfort for your little one's nose.
Includes 2 syringes of 10 ml each. BPA free.
For more information, we recommend that you consult the CHU Ste-Justine PDF by clicking HERE.