Does your child have asthma? Check out our selection of the best nebulizer options for babies.
It is unavoidable sometimes that our babies get sick and need a little more help to get better. If your baby has asthma or having some trouble breathing, his pediatrician might recommend giving medicine through nebulization.
A nebulizer is a tool that helps babies, kids and adults who are having a harder time breathing when they are sick.
How to choose a baby nebulizer
Nebulizers work by basically helping give the patient that direct burst of medicine that they need into their lungs. This device is usually used by those who have asthma or are suffering from a respiratory illness. Nebulizers are specially used for babies because those babies that are suffering from asthma or another condition may need an extra boost of medicine that drops or syrups just do not provide.
It is pretty easy to use. There will always be a piece that should cover both the nose and mouth. This will be focused on the baby's face, and the machine will then disperse a medicated vapor that the baby will inhale. This then will help bring the medicine in the vapor into the baby's lungs and therefore helping them get better.
[caption id="attachment_413042" align="aligncenter" width="670"]
Image from iStock[/caption]
READ MORE:
This is what an asthma attack looks like in a baby
Asthma in newborns: How to tell if your baby has it
Scientists find a possible vaccine for asthma
Baby nebulizer reminders:
- Before buying anything, please ensure that you have consulted with your doctor about your baby's condition and that they have recommended the use of a nebulizer.
- Ask the doctor for any instructions for the use of the nebulizer. This includes the dosage of the medicines prescribed and for how long your baby should use them.
- Equip yourself with the proper information on how to use, handle and clean the machine. Make sure that it's always clean before you use it on your child.
- It may be uncomfortable at first for your baby, so expect that they may be fussy when they see the nebulizer. Most kids are startled by the sound it makes and instinctively become scared. Try to make this experience pleasant for your baby and not get disheartened if they are not cooperative in the beginning.
[caption id="attachment_413044" align="aligncenter" width="670"]
Image from iStock[/caption]
3 Best Nebulizer Options for Babies
These are the 3 best nebulizers for babies in the Philippines. All of our choices have come from consideration of budget, specs of the machine, and if it is easy to handle.
[product-comparison-table title="the 3 Best Nebulizers for Babies"]
Handheld Portable Nebulizer Review
Why it's one of the best nebulizers for babies
For the price point, it seems that this is one of the best nebulizers for your baby. It is handheld, which means that if your baby is still too small, you can still control it to fit over their face. But this machine is small enough that if your baby is a little bigger or is a toddler already, they can easily be the one to hold it in place for themselves.
It is also said that this model is so quiet, one that sometimes people think it isn't working because they cannot hear it working. This will help those who have children that are easily surprised. In this model, the noise will not be a factor and will help the administering of the medicine to the child. The efficiency of its being able to disperse the medicine for your child is good because it does it through atomization, which is like inhaling mist rather than having a face full of medicine.
Bonus: some models even have a built-in music player so you can play calming lullabies or your kid's favorite song while he is using the device.
Features we love
- The efficiency of misting, but does not overwhelm baby
- Rechargeable - you can use it without a power outlet, but you have to make sure it's charged (some can even be charged using a USB outlet)
- Handheld and portable - you can bring it with you on trips and it's not bulky to pack
Price
Getwell Nebulizer Pump Moly Cow Review
Why it's one of the best Nebulizers for babies
With its cute shape of a cow, we are sure that this nebulizer will be loved by your child. This nebulizer is a good buy for those who are looking to have one that is more fixed and not handheld. It is still small enough in size to be portable and can be brought anywhere in case of emergencies.
It is very easy to use, especially with a one-press button to start its operation. This is good especially if the child that is using it is older. For an extra safety feature, it has an automatic shut-off component that ensures the machine does not overheat even if you leave it with your child.
[caption id="attachment_413041" align="aligncenter" width="670"]
Image from iStock[/caption]
Features we love
- Cute shapes - It also comes in the shape of a fish or a penguin!
- One-press operation
- Safety feature of automatic shut off to prevent overheating
Price
iCare®N38 Ultra Compressor Nebulizer Inhalator Review
Why it's one of the best nebulizer for babies
This is a stationary nebulizer that is strong in its distribution of medicine. When purchasing it comes with both adult and child masks, so this is suitable for those who have more than one family member that is suffering from asthma or a respiratory condition.
Apart from the masks, the machine is able to disperse the medicine in a mist without the mask. It can serve as an atomizer and just shoot in the air.
This is good if you have a baby that is suffering from a stuffy nose or cough, as this machine can help mist the medicine in the air while they sleep.
It is easy to assemble and clean, and it comes with all the parts that are needed to operate it. Though not as portable as the other two, this particular machine will be useful for those that are mostly at home.
It is easy to use with its one-button operation makes it ideal for adults and older children that they can operate this machine on their own. Because it has powerful piston motors, this then allows for a faster treatment time. It is also backed by a two-year manufacture warranty.
Features we love
- More long-lasting, with a two-year manufacturer warranty
- Powerful pistons deliver faster treatment time
- Suitable for every member of the family
Price
