What Did Dr. Golly Say!?
Posted by Snotty Noses Australia on 28th Jul 2025
The world of parenting is tough and scary - particularly when it comes to babies and young children.
When it comes to navigating the chaos of family illness, parents across Australia turn to one trusted voice: paediatrician Dr. Daniel Golshevsky, better known as Dr. Golly.
In his latest book, Dr. Golly’s Guide to Family Illness, he tackles everything from common colds to sleepless nights—and 2 tools he firmly recommends? We have both.
Pictured: Dr. Golly's new book. Sourced from Google images.
In the "Congestion" section of his book, Dr Golly recommends for families to have a nasal aspirator, as well as confirming that clearing your babies nose is crucial for improving sleeping and feeding.
"Every family with a baby needs saline and a snot-sucking aspirator of some description in their baby first-aid kit". - Dr. Golly.
Dr Golly acknowledges snot suction is the most disgusting yet most satisfying thing you will ever do to your baby (or older child)
Pictured - Dr. Golly using a nasal aspirator. Sourced from instagram.
Dr. Golly discusses the 3 types of nasal aspirators - manual squeeze bulb, mouth suction tube, and motorised.
I know we're biased, but we think performance and convenience makes Snotty Boss the best choice on the market.
Since it first hit the market in 2020, Snotty Boss Nasal Aspirator has gained cult status as the go-to solution for clearing congestion.
In fact, it's consistently in the Top 10 products on the Baby Bunting In-store Baby Shower Wish List.
It rids snot in 10 seconds - fuss free! That's pretty impressive if you ask us (and thousands of other Aussie families).
Unlike most other nasal aspirators, ours comes with 4 interchangable nozzles to fit every snot-emergency. With no need to wait for it to charge (due to it being battery powered), the Snotty Boss will be your handy-man at any time of the day or night.
Pictured: Dr. Golly reiterating the importance of nasal aspiration. Sourced from Instagram.
What about fevers? Dr. Golly has thoughts on that too.
Dr. Golly also recommends thermometers as a staple in your at-home kits.
He says that fever is one of the most common reasons families go to see him - which solidifies the importance of monitoring your little one's temperature.
"Temperatures themselves aren't an illness in itself - it's a sign that the body is fighting an infection" - Dr. Golly
Not only do we have a 5 star rated nasal aspirator, but we also have a thermometer that isn't your average one.
The Fever Boss infrared thermometer is a touchless device that reads temperatures quickly and accurately, as well as remembering past readings - making monitoring fevers easy.
Pictured: Fever Boss and Snotty Boss bundle. Sourced from Snotty Noses Australia website.
It's peak Winter - and illness is in it's prime! Ensuring your family is prepped with the right devices to aid sickness and improve comfort is essential.
Ready to build your tool kit? The Snotty Boss and Fever Boss Bundle Pack has two of Dr. Golly's recommended first-aid products at a discounted price, it's a no brainer for any family.
We’d like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Golly for his continued guidance, wisdom, and dedication to supporting Australian families and children's health.
His book, Dr. Golly’s Guide to Family Illness, is a reassuring resource in the often overwhelming world of parenting.
Disclaimer: We are not doctors, healthcare professionals, or aromatherapists. Our products are offered for sale with general use guidelines provided by the manufacturer. Should any sensitivity to our products occur, please discontinue use. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, and/or take the place of medical treatment prescribed by a doctor or medical professional. Dr Golly does not endorse any particular brand of nasal aspirator or thermometer. He recommends the general category of medical device. This post is not sponsored.
