Every parent knows the struggle: your little one complains of a sore tummy, or they just don’t seem as comfortable as usual. While occasional tummy troubles are common, there are simple ways you can help support your child’s digestion and keep things moving along smoothly.
One of the most effective tools? Food. The right balance of fibre-rich and gut-friendly foods can make a big difference. Here are five foods that are especially helpful for keeping little tummies happy and regular.
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Fruit
Nature’s easiest tasty tummy-helper. Options like pears, apples, kiwi fruit and berries are gentle fibre-boosters that can help regulate little tummies’ digestion. Serve them fresh, blended into smoothies, baked into muffins or on top of yoghurt.
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Colourful veggies
Veggies add colour, crunch and lots of gut-friendly fibre. Carrots, broccoli, peas and sweet potatoes are all great choices. Try roasting for extra flavour, grating them into pasta sauces, or blending them into dips to make them fun.
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Oats
Oats are excellent at softening stools and making them easier to pass, plus they provide slow-release energy for play. A warm bowl of porridge, overnight oats, or oat-based muffins are great gut-friendly breakfast options.
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Popcorn
Popcorn isn’t just movie food…it’s a wholegrain! Try it air-popped with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a spiced twist, or combined with dried fruit and nuts for a DIY fibre-rich snack mix that supports digestion.
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Wholegrain bread and pasta
Switching from refined to whole grains adds extra fibre to everyday meals without much fuss. Small changes like swapping out sandwich bread, wraps, or pasta for brown varieties is an easy way to keep digestion on track.
Other Helpful Tips
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Hydration is key - Offer water regularly throughout the day to keep things moving
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Movement matters - active play supports healthy digestion
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Balance is best - regular meals with a mix of fruits, veggies, wholegrains and proteins helps little tummies stay on track
A Little Extra Support
Fruits, veggies, and whole grains are the foundation for healthy digestion. But we know it’s not always easy to get enough fibre into kids every day. Enter, Party Pooper: Our gentle gut sidekick, specially formulated for kids to support bowel regularity by helping increase stool bulk. And the best part? It’s a chocolatey powder that blends easily into milk, yoghurt, oatmeal, or smoothies making it simple (and tasty!) to add an easy fibre boost to your child’s day. Think of it as one more tool to keep digestion on track, help kids stay regular, and keep those little tummies comfortable. Learn more about Party Pooper here.
