Battery Operated. By Dr. Mehta. Gentle, Effective Suction. Soft Silicone Tip. Batteries Included. Quick Relief for Stuffy Noses . NeilMed Nasal Aspirator safely and effectively suctions stuffy or congested noses, helping babies breathe more easily. Babies often experience these symptoms, which result from upper respiratory tract infections and other causes. Small children are unable to effectively blow their nose until they are 3 to 4 years of age and suffer from impaired breathing, feeding, eating and disrupted sleep.