I am a childminder and have cared for a number of children that have experienced diarrhoea.
There are so many bugs going around the toddlers, plus people are generally more social these days. We are all sending our children to nurseries, playgroups,toddlers etc. to encourage our children to become social.
The concern was - that when a toddler has diarrhoea -
the bad bacteria will continue to multiply if they are fed milk during the illnesss -
They need clear fluids to keep them hydrated and protect their brain - aviod cows milk at this time, if at all possible
Cows milk multiplies the bad bacteria -
Please advise other parents with new babies and anyone with a child specifically under 3yrs of age - if their baby/child becomes ill with diarrhoea they must aviod giving the baby/ child cows milk until they recover. use alternatives if you have to - plus ask your G.P. for dietry advice.
Wierd thing is - yoghurt contains all the good bacteria to put the balance back in the gut - so aviod the cows milk but still try yoghurt, you can get pro biotic drinks too, but advice is only use them for a child when they are ill, as children don't normally need probiotic products in their daily diet.
I phone Morrisons customer care helpline - they were really helpful - gave advice re: consuming probiotics and yoghurt if under 3yr old and during pregnancy
Please spread the word - thanks
