What is a breast pump called? How to use the device? – Setafi

Do you know the name of the thing that sucks snot from babies? Want to buy a nozzle pump, but don't know which one is better? As you read on, you will learn the correct name for a baby snot suction device, types of nozzle pumps, the principle of operation of nozzle pumps, how to use a nozzle pump, recommendations for use.

What is a breast pump called? Are they dangerous?

A device for sucking snot from infants is called an aspirator. There are several types of aspirators, which differ in their design, suction method, purpose, and power. But all aspirators are structures, some of which are inserted into the baby's nose. Usually, the working part is equipped with tips so that the user does not insert the device too deeply. Liquid snot from a child is sucked out through a hole in the working part.

Aspirators for babies are safe. They do not create a lot of pressure that can harm the child, so they suck out only liquid snot. The nozzle pump can harm the child only if the user inserts the device too deeply (modern models are equipped with restrictive tips), or if too intense / fast suction.

Types of nozzle pumps and their principle of operation

There are four types of aspirators:

1. Douches. Reminiscent of ordinary pears for enemas. The syringe is squeezed, blowing out all the air from it, the tip of the aspirator is inserted into the baby's nostril and slowly released. The syringe inside expands and draws in the liquid. The advantage of such devices is that the user himself regulates how intensively to suck the snot.
2. Tubular/mechanical. In fact, this is a nozzle that is inserted into the nose, and a hose / tube. At the other end of the tube is a mouthpiece for an adult's mouth. The user independently sucks the snot from the child. Some models are equipped with additional tubes / containers for snot so that they do not get into a person's mouth. Another plus is that you can independently adjust the intensity of absorption.
3. Electrical. These models are one-piece spray cans with a nozzle for the baby's nostrils. Inside the cans there is a motor that pumps air / snot, and a container for liquid. The nozzle of the device is inserted into the baby's nose, the motor pumps air, sucking the snot into a special reservoir. Such devices are powered by rechargeable batteries or batteries. Some models are equipped with motor power regulators. The advantages of such devices are their cleanliness, efficiency and convenience. Disadvantages: the motor is noisy, they are more expensive than previous models, they dry out the baby's mucous membranes.
   
4. vacuum. Vacuum aspirators are represented by vacuum cleaner attachments and professional equipment. Rarely seen. They make a lot of noise, dry out the mucous membranes.

Recommendations for the use of aspirators:

• Wash/disinfect the device before use.
• Use Aqua Maris, Saline, or any other spray to thin the snot in a child.
• Insert the nozzle into the baby's nostril up to the stoppers on the nozzle. Close the other nostril with your finger. Do not insert deeply, so as not to damage the child's nose.
• Suck snot no more than three times a day. The duration of one procedure is not more than 5 minutes.
• Wash and disinfect the device after use.
• After the procedure, especially after electric and vacuum models, the mucosa dries up in children. Use special solutions to restore it.
• Do not reuse disposable tips.
• If the snot is thick or too deep, do not try to reach it.