Vitamins for Toddlers?

Daycare is a great place for germs sharing on a level not seen in human history. Yes, it challenges kids immune systems...probably more often than what would be normal. I would go for a vitamin.
The problem is choosing a good one. there are a lot of companies selling stuff out there. Some vitamins had higher levels of lead than others. Do your research to be confident in what you choose. I am still on the lookout for really excellent supplements for my family members.
Remember that sun exposure (without sunscreen or clothing barrier)for natural vitamin D production in the skin is a lot more important than anyone ever realized. It may protect against flu. It is known to protect against cancer. The sun exposure itself may be beneficial in preventing myopia (dopamine production). There may even be connections with autism. I can not help but think that it helps with run-of-the mill colds too. Good Luck!

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We tried a bunch of vitamins for our kids... Then we found out the hard way that the gummies are missing certain things. Our daughter Rainey was diagnosed as anemic (sp?).

We then found that the vitamins in our own company work well and she actually likes them!!! Nutrilite chewable Kid Tarts. We also have a Fruits and Veggies concentrate that is great for kids.

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I ran into this same problem from September-January. My daughter was sick every 3 weeks or so from daycare. We went to a naturopathic doctor who recommended a probiotic:

http://www.naturamart.com/seroyal-genestra-hmf-powder-60g...

1/8 teaspoon after dinner for 1 week and then 1/8 teaspoon after breakfast and dinner for 1 week. You can repeat this after any course of antibiotics. She also recommended we do it for 2 weeks every 3 months. 70% of our immune systems are in our digestive tract because it is the first defense against all germs and if it is unbalanced, it is more likely we will get sick.

She also gave us a multi-vitamin and immune system builder and recommended taking them 2 x a day for a month, then continue the vitamin daily and use the immune builder when you see signs of a cold or sickness coming on.

They are from Mountain Peak Nutritionals and they are called:

Children's Multivitamin and Children's Immune Support. You can only get them from licensed naturopaths. You can call the company and ask them where you can purchase them:

1-877-MTN-PEAK (877-686-7325)

Since we have been following this regimen, my daughter has only had a mild stuffy nose and has had no allergies.

Hope this helps.

You received some wonderful information! I've given my toddlers a multi-vitamin that comes in powder form. My children were sick constantly until I started giving them Shaklee. Check out the website: www.shaklee.net/denisefriedl

I hope this helps!

D.

I give my son Cod Liver oil and Acidophilus they have many to choose from at sprouts and whole foods. since i have been giving it to him he has had only 1 ear infection and hardly gets sick at all. The fish oil is nasty tasteing but he has gotten used to it and asks for it! Good 'Luck

I've had my daughter on a multi-vitamin since she started daycare @18 months. Figured with all the bugs (and she caught a share of them) we need all the protection we can get. She loves the gummy bear ones (2 everyday)...may be healtier ones out there, but they taste good and she looks forward to them. I get the big bottle at Costco for $10 and we both take them. Check with your doctor first since she is under 2.

My guy takes those gummi vitamins and is hardly ever sick. He also sucks his thumb, so i wonder if his immunities get built up from what bugs are on his hands.

Yes you can definitely start if you want to....a healthy diet of whole foods is a good foundation, that is what helps prevent illness. It's HARD though, especially if you have a kid like my son who is so blasted picky, but try your best.....I try with my son still even though we fail much of the time with him. Good handwashing is essential as well, not all daycares are good about this. My son takes Lil' Critters (or Rhino Vits, same thing pretty much) multi, veggies and fruits, and Vitamin C, Zinc, and Echenachia (in one gummy). Dr. Sears also has some good ones on his site. We take Herbs for Kids for immune system boosting as well.

My daughter is also 19mo and I just started her on a children multivitamin. I talked to her ped before I gave it to her and he suggested I only give her half a tablet one time per day until she's two yo. I nursed her and since I started weaning her I was concerned that she wasn't getting enough nutrition so that is why I decided to give her a daily vitamin. She's pretty healthy and has only had about three bad colds in her lifetime so I figure something must be working:)
Good luck!

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Hi K., I think I mentioned this in another post but until this year, my kids have NEVER been sick. From when they were old enough to chew and swallow, every day they take one of those gummy bear multi vitamins and an Omega-3. My daughter is 9 and in her 5 years of school has only missed 2 days and that was just sniffles. Same thing for my son although both of them missed 2 days this year because it's been so bad. So I say put her on a chewable vitamin, it doesn't have to be a fancy expensive one, you just have to be consistant and make sure she takes it every day...good luck!

Not sure about the age, but at my son's two year check up, I asked if it would be ok to start him on a daily vitamin, and his doctor said that it would be ok. My son doesn't go to daycare, so he doesn't get sick often; which is a double edge sword. Children build up their immune system when they get sick. I only use the vitamin to help make sure he gets the important nutrients he may not get with his diet. Check with your pediatrician to make sure it is ok at her age to start a daily vitamin.

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Good luck
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My 2yr old & 8mth old have caught every cold/flu going around since my little one was born in July. I feel your pain! My baby has also had the ear infections to go along with the colds & has been on antibiotics 3 times. I do give my 2 yr old a gummy vitamin w/ immunity support (which honestly never made much difference in him getting sick or not.) I recently started him on an Omega 3 supplement & a probiotic supplement & while he has still gotten the colds since starting him on those the colds do seem to not last as long or be as bad. If you can afford it taking your toddler to the chiropractor regularly is supposed to help keep them healthly as well. Good Luck!

Here I am again recommending Probiotics. I can't say enough about probiotics and how they not only support digestive health but also enhance immune support.

Probiotics are actually live bacteria. Unlike the harmful bacteria that can cause illness and infection, however, probiotics are bacteria that provide some sort or another of a benefit to the person that uses them. The bacteria in probiotics are the type of bacteria that are found naturally in the digestive system. These bacteria aid the digestive system in a variety of ways, from helping with digestion to synthesizing vitamins to providing a barrier against allergens, toxins, and other harmful substances. Probiotics even aid the immune system.

Most people aren't aware that our digestive tract is the gateway to our immune system. Hence, it's so important to have a healthy digestive tract.

I've been taking probiotics for several years and remain very healthy. I buy mine online at discount and it only costs about 50 cents per day. Well worth it! I'm always happy to share more natural health remedies to those that are interested.

We used dinopals for a long time, but they became hard to find. We now use the Animal Parade brand.
When my daughter first started school, it seemed like we were sick the entire first year!
Make sure you give her acidophilus with the antibiotics. I use the primadophilus with my kids. They have chewable tablets that the kids like, or a powder form.

Hi K.,

I give my daughter probiotics for kids. She is 2 yrs old and has not been sick except for a few sniffles and coughs. I talked to a gal at Whole Foods and she gave me information on them. I also give her a vitamin powder in a funky monkey smoothie. I blend ice, milk, a banana, and a little chocolate syrup. She drinks it up no problem. The best thing is just making sure she washes her hand...while it's hard to monitor this at daycare the probiotics may help. :)

I have 3 children,with 2 of them adopted with allergies who would get sick alot. 2 years ago, I found a Health and Wellness company called Arbonne International. They have a vitamin and mineral supplement that combines 'super food antioxidants' to support children's health and immunity.It's a powder packet that contains 14 different whole food fruits and vegetables that are more than our children could eat in one day!! It contains NO artificial sweeteners,colors, or flavors. You mix it with 6 oz. water, and it makes a great tasting drink! My kids are RARELY sick anymore!! I love it! I am an R.N., B.S.N., but I am also an Independent Consultant, District Manager with Arbonne and I could easily show you how to get it at a discount and conveniently delivered to your door! Contact me at this website, I'd love to help you.