The Very Stuffy Nose

Breathe Better. Sleep Better.

An engaging children’s book that helps families understand the power of nasal breathing.

About the Book

The Very Stuffy Nose is a beautifully illustrated 34-page paperback that gently teaches kids – and their caregivers – why nasal breathing matters.

It follows a boy whose cold leads to habitual mouth breathing, causing long-term congestion and a loss of smell. Inspired by author Kelley Richardson’s journey helping her own son, the story highlights the impact of poor breathing on sleep, behavior, and development – and how simple changes can make a big difference.

The Very Stuffy Nose Reviews

Dr. Susan Maples, DDS Dentist, Speaker, Author, and Business Consultant

With allergies and chronic congestion at an all-time high, finally... here's a book to teach KIDS how to end mouth breathing, naturally clear their nasal passages and get back to healthy living! It's not only motivating and instructional but gorgeous to look at and FUN to read.

Cindy Archilles, RDH, MFT Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), and Myofunctional Therapist (MFT)

Three days ago, the mom of my young client read, "The Very Stuffy Nose" after arriving a bit early for her son's Myofunctional evaluation. She LOVED it!! She took her son to 3 specialists (Allergist, ENT, and Pulmonologist) for chronic congestion... they found "nothing wrong", wrote prescriptions, but NONE asked about his breathing. Mom was validated!! Thanks to you Kelley.