6 Reasons an OT Recommends Snotty Boss

When a blocked nose is stopping your baby from feeding, sleeping, or settling, you need something that actually works.

Here's why paediatric occupational therapist Alaskah Hindry loves the gentle, effective, motorised suction of Snotty Boss, as compared with other manual snot removal techniques:

1. Children can't blow their nose
Little ones do not have the capacity to sniff or blow their nose until around age 3-4. This presents a problem when congested. Mucus left in the nose can quickly impede breathing and become infected, which can lead to a secondary ear infection. 

2. Snotty Boss is gentle enough for newborns
The soft silicone tips come in 4 sizes and are designed for delicate nasal passages. No discomfort, no damage — just effective, safe clearing.

The suction is TGA approved - up to 68 KpA. The kit also comes with a nasal scraping tool. 

3. It supports feeding and sleep
Babies are obligate nose breathers. A clear airway means better feeds and longer sleep stretches — a win for the whole family. Nose breathing encourages correct facial/jaw development and support the immune and limbic systems.

4. Easy for parents to use independently
OTs prioritise caregiver confidence. Snotty Boss is intuitive enough to use at home without needing a nurse or clinic visit. If symptoms persist or conditions worsen, see your health professional. 

5. Suitable for all ages
From newborns through to toddlers and older kids, it grows with your family. One tool, multiple attachments, long-term value. .

Over the life-time of childhood viruses, Snotty Boss is less than $2 per month, which is cheaper than tissues, and far more effective.

6. Hygienic and easy to clean
The simple design means thorough cleaning between uses is so simple — important for families managing recurrent colds and respiratory illness.


A congested baby doesn't have to mean a sleepless, stressed household.

Snotty Boss gives parents a safe, effective tool recommended by the professionals who know child development best.

Snotty Noses Co. is an Australian baby health brand founded in Brisbane in 2013. The Snotty Boss is a TGA-registered Class II medical device stocked in 1,100+ pharmacies and baby stores nationally.

Disclaimer: We are not doctors or 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. 

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