What are Natural Kids KiddieVom Sprinkles?

Nausea and vomiting in children can be a frequent occurrence in any household. Children who are vomiting or feeling nauseous are difficult to pacify and sometimes it seems as though nothing will stay down, including medicine!

Natural Kids KiddieVom Sprinkles combine 100% safe and natural herbal and homeopathic ingredients that are traditionally used for the relief of nausea and vomiting. Sprinkled directly onto the tongue, the pleasant tasting fine granules of KiddieVom Sprinkles are easy to administer to all ages - especially for children who do not feel well enough to swallow anything. As a large part of the remedy is absorbed directly through the mucous membranes of the mouth, the effect is maintained even if your child vomits again.

Like all Feelgood Health products, KiddieVom Sprinkles have been developed with care by our practising Clinical Psychologist, and are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched and have been specially chosen for their high safety profile in childrens’ remedies.

What are the Ingredients?

Natural Kids KiddieVom Sprinkles contain the following carefully chosen herbal and homeopathic ingredients in therapeutic dosages:

Zingiber officinalis (Ginger) has a long history of use in Asian, Arabic and Indian herbal traditions and is an excellent remedy for all digestive complaints. Modern research has confirmed its effectiveness in safely relieving the symptoms of nausea, vomiting and indigestion. Working mainly in the digestive system, Ginger boosts digestive fluids, promotes transport through the digestive system and neutralizes acids. Ginger also has strong anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties.

Alpinia Galanga, a relative of Ginger, is a South East Asian spice with a long history of medicinal and culinary use. By toning the tissues and stimulating normal digestive processes Alpinia is an effective remedy for gastric upsets such as nausea, indigestion and vomiting.

Chamomilla (30C) is a calming homeopathic remedy for the digestive system and is very effective for the irritable and upset child. Chamomilla is used to soothe irritability and alleviate nausea, retching and vomiting.

Arsen alb. (6C) is a well known homeopathic remedy for digestive complaints. It is traditionally used to relieve nausea and vomiting, especially when accompanied by burning pains in the stomach and throat.

Ipecac (6C) is a leading homeopathic remedy for stomach upsets and is particularly effective in alleviating persistent nausea that is not relieved by vomiting. Ipecac is also traditionally recommended for nausea and vomiting that is exacerbated by eating. 

How have KiddieVom Sprinkles helped other children?

“Thank you for a great product - I will never be without KiddieVom again!” Glenda, Ohio

“Of all the products I have tried, yours are the best. I recently tried your KiddieVom sprinkles for the first time and they were amazing. Within a couple of hours my daughter was feeling much better and was able to eat a meal (and keep it down) for the first time in two days” K Wilkinson, NJ

“I am not the most patient of people and I find it very difficult when my children are ill. I have four children at day care and school so tummy bugs are frequent in our house. Tummy Trumbles and KiddieVom have been a lifesaver. Without them I don’t know how I would have coped – they just made my children much easier to manage and they got over everything so much quicker. Thank you rescuing my sanity!” Terry G, single mom

How do I use KiddieVom Sprinkles?

Directions:  Simply sprinkle a pinch onto the tongue every hour until the symptoms subside. Thereafter use as required.

Caution: Not recommended for babies under 6 months unless under medical supervision. Please consult a doctor should symptoms persist.

Note: May be used together with Natural Kids KiddieBoost, KiddieCool and Tummy Trumbles. 

How long until I see results?

Natural Kids KiddieVom Sprinkles are fast acting. While some children need only a single dose to relieve nausea and stop vomiting, others may require more than one dose, depending on the cause of vomiting and the constitution of the child.

How long will a bottle last?

This will depend on the frequency of doses required. Natural Kids KiddieVom Sprinkles come in a 20g bottle.

Information on Nausea and Vomiting in Children

Please note that this information is offered for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical attention. When in doubt, please consult your health practitioner. 

We have all been nauseous and vomited at some point in our lives, but it can be especially distressing for children! Nausea is that uneasy sensation in the stomach of having the urge to vomit, while vomiting is the forcible emptying of the stomach contents up through the esophagus and out through the mouth.

You may be surprised to know that vomiting is actually controlled by a special area in your brain (called the vomiting centre) and not by your stomach. This vomiting centre in the brain receives information from three main areas of the body so it is not surprising that problems in these areas can lead to nausea and vomiting:

·         The stomach and intestines

·         The inner ear

·         The brain

Once the vomiting centre has been triggered, the act of vomiting is accomplished by a fierce, downward contraction of the diaphragm together with contraction of the abdominal muscles. The stomach is relaxed with an open sphincter to the esophagus and the increased pressure causes the stomach contents to be forcibly expelled.

An amazing array of different stimuli and conditions can lead to nausea and vomiting. In children vomiting is extremely common and in most cases it is due to a viral gastrointestinal infection. This is usually self limiting, with no serious consequences, however the main complication to watch out for is dehydration, particularly if the vomiting is accompanied by diarrhea. Young children are also more at risk of developing dehydration than older children and adults. It is therefore very important to monitor your child and keep up the fluid intake (see more tips below on home care for vomiting children)

What causes Nausea and Vomiting?

There are many different causes of nausea and vomiting. The most common are:Although the most common causes in children are gastrointestinal infections, food poisoning and high temperatures, problems in any of the following areas can lead to nausea and vomiting:

• Gastrointestinal infections - usually viral

• Food poisoning

• Food allergies

• Milk intolerance

• Over eating or over feeding with milk

• Infection and fever

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease in babies

• Ear infections or inner ear abnormalities

•  Motion and travel sickness

• Seasickness

• Emotional stress and upsets, trauma, fear and intense pain

• Exposure to chemical toxins

• Migraine headaches

• Infections such as meningitis, encephalitis

• Injury (e.g. concussion)

• In young babies, congenital abnormalities (eg. pyloric stenosis) and intestinal blockages may need to be excluded

A word of reassurance - don’t be alarmed by some of the causes mentioned above. As unpleasant as vomiting is, it is self limiting in most cases with no serious consequences. If you are at all concerned that your child is vomiting excessively or is unable to keep any fluids down for an extended period of time, please contact your health care practitioner.

How will I know if my child is dehydrated?

Vomiting, especially if accompanied by diarrhea, can lead to dehydration if too much fluid is lost from the body. Dehydration is a sign of potentially serious disease and can come on very quickly in babies and children. Signs of dehydration to watch out for include: 

• Dry mouth

• Sunken eyes

• Not urinating as often as normal or less wet nappies than normal

• Urine that is darker than normal

• Loss of appetite and weight

• Increased thirst

• Irritability (babies, especially, can show thirst by crying and being very irritable and then eager to drink when something is offered)

• Fast heartbeat

• No tears when crying

• The fontanel (soft spot on the top of your baby’s head) is sunken

• Your baby is sleepy or lethargic and won’t take a bottle

• Skin doesn’t feel as springy as normal

If you have any suspicions that your child may be showing signs of dehydration, please seek urgent medical attention.  

What can I do to at home to care for my child?

The best thing you can do for vomiting children at home is to give them lots of tender loving care, keep up with their fluid intake and watch out for any signs of dehydration. Here are some suggestions to help you look after your little one:

·         Give your child small amounts of clear fluids frequently.  Stretching the stomach can make nausea and vomiting worse, so frequent, small sips are better than drinking a whole glass full. For clear fluids you can give water, rehydration solutions or simple fruit juices. Drink fluids slowly, don’t gulp them down, to avoid sudden stretching of the stomach

·         If your child has diarrhea as well as vomiting, try to give  rehydration solutions and monitor carefully for dehydration.

·         The older child can suck on ice chips.

·         Increase the amount of fluid given at a time as your child improves and tolerates larger quantities.

·         If your baby is breastfed continue with breastmilk.

·         Formula fed infants may need clear fluids in place of formula for a short time.

·         Avoid caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea, cola drinks) as they can cause the body to lose more fluid.

·         Don’t worry if your child won't eat. Providing fluid intake is adequate, forcing nauseous children to eat will only make the problem worse. You can gradually begin re-introducing solid foods once vomiting has cleared up for at least 6 hours. Introduce simple foods first (e.g. dry toast, raw apple slices) and wait to see if they are tolerated before offering more.

·         Try to get your child to lie down and rest. Movement and activity can aggravate nausea and vomiting

Your child should show great improvement within a couple of days. If you feel that no significant improvement is being made, if your child is getting worse or if you are at all concerned about dehydration, please contact your health care provider as a matter of urgency. 

When should I worry about my child?

Nausea and vomiting are usually well managed at home, but if any of the following apply to your child please contact your health care practitioner:

·         If the vomiting is continuing for longer than 24 hours. If the vomiting is accompanied by diarrhea,  consult your health care practitioner sooner.

·         If there is blood or bile in the vomit.

·         If your child has severe abdominal pain.

·         If your child also has a headache, especially if triggered by bright light or stiff neck.

·         If your child has any signs of dehydration as listed above.

·         If your baby or child seems lethargic, confused or has marked irritability

·         If there is repeated vomiting in an infant that does seem to be improving.

·         If your child has a high temperature that is not reducing.

How can I prevent nausea and vomiting in my child?

Children tend to have a much lower “vomiting threshold” than adults and simple things can easily trigger vomiting. In most cases vomiting has a dramatic onset without much warning and there is little you can do to prevent it. The following tips may help you to prevent and alleviate nausea and vomiting in your child:

• Let your child eat a number of smaller meals throughout the day rather than just three large meals.

• Don’t mix activity and eating or drinking. Get your child to take a break from playing, then eat and drink and then rest for a short period before resuming the activity.

• Control forceful coughs and fevers.

• Use car seats that raise your child and block off side windows with sun shades. Having your child look forward only will help to avoid motion sickness.

• Limit sweets, junk food and soda pop and try not to combine them. For example if your child has eaten candy, wash it down with water rather soda pop.

• Vomiting can be prevented by consuming small amounts of clear, sweetened liquids such as soda pop, fruit juices (except orange and grapefruit because these are too acidic) and popsicles. Drinks containing sugar calm the stomach better than other liquids.

• The older child can suck on a mint or a boiled sweet to relieve nausea.

• Get your child to rest either in a sitting position or in a propped lying position. Activity may worsen nausea and may lead to vomiting.

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