Your child can easily be experiencing bowel problems without you noticing until the problem is well advanced. Here are some signs to look for and some possible solutions.
Everyone has a population of good bacteria in their gut that plays important roles in digestion and immunity. Young babies will receive their first dose of good bacteria during a vaginal birth, where they ingest good bacteria lining the birth canal. Babies who have been born by caesarean section require a probiotic supplement to ensure their bowels grow the right bacteria. Young babies require a baby-specific probiotic mix.
Once junior is toilet trained, it’s a good idea to continue monitoring their bowel movements from time to time. Constipation can easily occur, particularly in children who become very fussy with their foods and don't eat much fibre as a result. Some children complain that their 'tummy hurts', even though a check by the doctor has revealed nothing sinister is occurring. If your child complains that having a bowel movement 'hurts', if they are producing small pellety bowel motions rather than one long smooth sausage, or if they continually have to return to the toilet for a second bowel movement after the first, professional investigation is called for.
I've notice that some children hold tension in their abdominal area, particularly when they are challenged by events such as starting school, or disruption to the family routine. Flower essences may help release the tension and return their bowel motions to normal.
After a dose of antibiotics, a course of probiotics is essential to restore normal bowel flora. Different age groups require different varieties of probiotics.
In all children, encouraging daily fresh fruit consumption is an ideal way to help promote good bowel health. Colourful fruit salad is ideal, as they can pick out individual pieces to enjoy. Yoghourt is good too, although they need only a couple of dessertspoonfuls, and preferably unsweetened.
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