Sleep Better Through Every Trimester.
Pregnancy rhinitis leaves up to 4 in 10 moms congested and awake. Intake opens your nasal airway — drug-free, nothing inside the body, safe for both of you.
Pregnancy rhinitis · Peer-reviewed medical research (NIH / MDPI Life, 2025)
Blocked breathing in pregnancy
may be linked to serious complications.
New-onset snoring and sleep-disordered breathing during pregnancy are established risk factors for gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes — for both mom and baby.
— Maternal oxygenation impacts fetal outcomes (American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology)
Drug-Free Relief.
Safe for Two.
Two parts. One click.
Adhesive tabs adhere to each side of your nose. A magnetic band clicks across the bridge of your nose and gently pulls outward on the tabs to lift the nasal valve open instantly.
Strong Magnetic Band
Medical-Grade Adhesive Tabs
Patented Two-Part System
Watch people's first reaction to Intake.
The moment the band clicks into place and the nasal valve opens — that first deep breath catches everyone off guard.
The reviews that gave us goosebumps.
My husband ordered me this. It arrived yesterday and I slept with it on last night. I felt so good I wore it through my workday — no runny nose, no sinus congestion, no sniffles. In less than 24 hours I feel a thousand times better.
I'm waking up feeling well rested — which is critical when you're a mom to a toddler and pregnant with a second!
I started wearing these and immediately slept better. My husband told me my snoring was quieter, which he was very happy about.
I've been using Intake for 3 nights and it's the best sleep I've had in a long time — no gasping, no mouth breathing, waking up refreshed. FINALLY.
I tried Intake for this pregnancy just to see if something better was out there. It's been better in every way — less skin irritation, more comfortable, way better dilation, and removable if I want to blow my nose.
I had trouble breathing through my nose in the first trimester of pregnancy and this has been a GAME CHANGER. I loved it so much I bought my Dad a set too for his seasonal allergies.
This little device really opens up my nose. I wear it all day (which looks ridiculous, but I'm a stay-at-home mom!). I can breathe well for the first time in my life.
My wife has had a deviated septum since she was 11. Surgery didn't fix it. This is the first time she can actually breathe 100%. Definitely the best gift, hands down.
Common Questions
Intake is a drug-free, external mechanical device — nothing is absorbed, swallowed, inhaled, or inserted. It sits on the outside of your nose and gently holds your nasal valve open.
Peer-reviewed medical literature has specifically recommended external nasal dilators as a safe, non-invasive, first-line option for managing pregnancy-related nasal congestion and snoring — often before considering medicated sprays or decongestants.
As always, check with your OB before starting any new sleep or wellness product during pregnancy.
Pregnancy rhinitis is caused by hormonal changes and ~50% increased blood volume, which swell the blood vessels inside your nasal valve — the narrowest part of your airway. Intake works by mechanically widening that exact valve area.
In an independent SleepScore Labs study, 88% of users snored less. While that study wasn't pregnancy-specific, the mechanism (opening the nasal valve from the outside) is exactly what medical research recommends for pregnancy-induced congestion.
You can use Intake at any stage of pregnancy. Most women find it most helpful starting in the second or third trimester, when pregnancy rhinitis typically peaks and snoring rates jump from about 8% in the first trimester to 21% by the third.
Symptoms generally resolve within two weeks after delivery — but many new moms keep using Intake postpartum for the sleep-quality benefits alone.
Yes. Intake tabs are made with USA-made, medical-grade materials designed for skin contact. The adhesive is latex-free and hypoallergenic — with no fragrances, parabens, or active ingredients.
If your skin has become more reactive during pregnancy, we recommend testing a single tab on the side of your nose for one night before committing to a full week.
Yes. Intake was originally designed for motocross athletes, where sweat, helmets, and constant movement make adhesion tough. It's built to stay on through:
- Side-sleeping (the recommended position in pregnancy)
- Position changes throughout the night
- Night sweats and pregnancy hot flashes
- Pillow friction
For best results: apply to clean, dry skin (no lotions or moisturizers) and press firmly for 10–15 seconds.
Unlike disposable strips that pull on the bridge of your nose, Intake works differently:
- External only: Nothing goes inside your nose. The band and tabs sit gently on the outside — no internal irritation, which matters when pregnancy mucosa is already inflamed.
- No bridge pressure: Tabs anchor to the sides of your nose, so you don't get the tugging or pulling common with over-the-counter strips.
- Customizable fit: Intake comes in different sizes so you can dial in comfort and airflow.
No. Intake is an external nasal dilator. It temporarily and gently supports the nasal valve to improve airflow while worn — your nose returns to baseline when removed.