The Shusher Blog

What to Do When White Noise Doesn’t Work: Why a ‘Shhh’ Can Be More Soothing
What to Do When White Noise Doesn’t Work: Why a ‘Shhh’ Can Be More Soothing
If you’re a parent whose baby still won’t sleep despite the hum of a white noise machine playing through the night, you’re not alone. You set the tone, you dim... Read more...
How Long Should You Use a Sound Machine & Shushers? A Guide from Newborn to Toddler
How Long Should You Use a Sound Machine & Shushers? A Guide from Newborn to Toddler
As a parent you may be wondering: When do I stop using the sound machine? You set it up when baby was tiny, but now as they grow, naps change,... Read more...
How to Prevent Nasal Dryness When Flying or Traveling
How to Prevent Nasal Dryness When Flying or Traveling
If you’ve ever stepped off a plane feeling congested, dry, or uncomfortable, you’re not imagining it. Travel, especially air travel, creates the perfect conditions for nasal dryness, even for people... Read more...
The 3 A.M. Survival Guide: What Parents Do When Nothing Works
The 3 A.M. Survival Guide: What Parents Do When Nothing Works
The clock strikes 3 a.m. (again) Your eyes sting, your coffee supply is a distant memory, and your sweet baby looks wide-eyed and ready to host a midnight TED Talk.... Read more...
Best Saline Sprays for Dry Air, Heating Season & Air Conditioning
Best Saline Sprays for Dry Air, Heating Season & Air Conditioning
Dry air has a way of sneaking up on us. One day everything feels fine, and the next your nose feels irritated, tight, or uncomfortable, even if you’re not sick.... Read more...
Saline Spray for Kids: A Parent's Guide to Safe, Gentle Congestion Relief
Saline Spray for Kids: A Parent's Guide to Safe, Gentle Congestion Relief
If you're a parent, you know how quickly a stuffy nose can throw off an entire day (and night.) Congestion can make kids uncomfortable, disrupt sleep, and turn daily routines... Read more...
How to Use Saline Spray for Daily Nasal Care (Allergies, Dry Air & Travel)
How to Use Saline Spray for Daily Nasal Care (Allergies, Dry Air & Travel)
At Shusher, we spend a lot of time thinking about simple tools that help people feel better day to day. What started as a focus on sleep essentials has expanded... Read more...
White Noise vs. Shushing: Why Parents Are Ditching the Hiss for the ‘Shhh’
White Noise vs. Shushing: Why Parents Are Ditching the Hiss for the ‘Shhh’
The sound battle: hiss or cadence? If you’ve ever fallen down the parenting-rabbit hole of “white noise vs pink noise vs brown noise vs whatever sound machine” you’re not alone.... Read more...
My Baby Fights Sleep: What Reddit Parents Swear By
My Baby Fights Sleep: What Reddit Parents Swear By
The bedtime battle no one told you about You know that moment when you finally think: “Okay, baby is tired… it’s bedtime.” But instead of calm, you’re greeted with the... Read more...
Why Wearable Breast Pumps Are a Must-Have for Modern Moms
Why Wearable Breast Pumps Are a Must-Have for Modern Moms
Hey mama, meet your new best friend. Wearable breast pumps are seriously changing the game. They’re hands-free, portable, and super discreet, perfect for when you're juggling bottles, diapers, and, you... Read more...
Preparing for Baby's Arrival: Your Ultimate Checklist for New Parents
Preparing for Baby's Arrival: Your Ultimate Checklist for New Parents
Becoming a parent for the first time can feel overwhelming, but with a solid checklist, you’ll feel more confident and organized. From must-have baby items to soothing tools like the... Read more...
Nesting Parties: The 2025 Baby Shower Trend Parents Actually Want
Nesting Parties: The 2025 Baby Shower Trend Parents Actually Want
Forget the diaper raffles and baby-themed bingo, nesting parties are quickly replacing traditional baby showers as the must-have celebration for expecting parents in 2025.   These get-togethers skip the fluff and... Read more...