If a child inserts a **pearl or small object into their nose**, parents should **avoid certain actions** to prevent injury or making the situation worse. Here’s what **not to do**:

**What Parents Should NOT Do:**

1. **Do NOT use tweezers or cotton swabs:** Trying to remove the object with tools can push it further into the nose or cause damage.

2. **Do NOT ask the child to sniff or inhale deeply:** This can make the object move deeper into the nasal passage.

3. **Do NOT delay medical care if unsure:** If removal is difficult or unsuccessful quickly, seek medical help. Waiting too long can lead to infection or nasal damage.

4. **Do NOT panic or scold the child:** This can increase anxiety and make cooperation harder during removal.

5. **Do NOT pour liquids (like oil or water) into the nose:** These can cause choking or force the object further in.

What to Do Instead:
– Stay calm and reassure the child.

– If the object is visible and easy to grasp (with fingers), you can gently try.
– Try the **“mother’s kiss”** technique (if safe and age-appropriate): Have one nostril closed, and blow gently into the child’s mouth to create pressure that might push the object out.
– If unsuccessful, visit a pediatrician or emergency room promptly.