Ever have one of those days where everything just…sucks? Like, you spill your coffee, the dog eats your homework, and then you find out it’s “That Sucks Day”? Yeah, it’s a real thing! Apparently, it’s a day to acknowledge those moments when life throws you a curveball. You can learn more about it here: National “That Sucks” Day

Question: What do these things have in common?

The Titanic sinking
Tax Day
Abraham Lincoln’s assasination

Answer: They all took place on April 15, aka National “That Sucks Day”

“Really? A day for that?” Yup.

Which brings me to my story. You know our Boo-Boo Bear, right? Well, he’s got this snot sucker from Frida Baby—the electric nasal aspirator. It’s been wonderful! Way better than the old blue ones we brought home from the hospital when our babies were born. It is especially helpful with a kiddo who spends much of his time laying down.

We used it for years, and it worked like a charm.

And then, one day, it just…stopped. No suction. Nothing. It just didn’t suck anymore, and on “That Sucks Day” no less. (okay, maybe it wasn’t THAT day, but it could have been!)

But here’s the cool part: I found out that Frida offers a lifetime guarantee on their products! So, I went to their website, filled out the form (you can find it here: Frida Lifetime Guarantee), and guess what? They sent me a brand new one!

And it works great! It sucks again, and that, my friends, doesn’t suck at all.

A Little Background on Nasal Aspirators

Now, if you’re a new parent or caregiver, you might be wondering, “What’s the big deal about a snot sucker?” Well, nasal aspirators are these handy little tools that help clear out mucus from a baby’s nose. They’ve come a long way since those old-school blue rubber bulb syringes they gave us at the hospital. (For Boo-Boo Bear, we even use it for his ears sometimes)

And the best part? Our little guy actually laughs when we use it on his nose! It’s like a tickle for him.

That Sucks, But In a Good Way!

As parents and professionals, we know how important it is to keep our little ones comfortable. And sometimes, it’s the little things, like a working nasal aspirator, that make a big difference.

Embrace the “That Sucks” moments: We all have them. It’s okay to acknowledge them.

Follow the blog for more practical tips and relatable stories. Share your own “That Sucks Day” story in the comments! If you use a Frida nasal aspirator, and it stops working, remember the lifetime warranty!