View Full Version : Is it ok that I am giving my 20mth old milo?
My 20mth DD has had weight issues only gaining 10grams in the last 6 months due to constantly being unwell with tonsils etc (she will be having her tonsils, adenoids removed next month), someone recommended milo & she has now been having it twice a day & has gained 600grams in the last 2 months.... BUT.... is this drink really as healthy as they claim it to be? she is a very fussy eater, does not eat any meat, I will ensure that she has fruit, vegies, carbs etc everyday. Any opinions on the Milo? Thanks so much xox
4OnEarth1InHeaven
26-12-2009, 19:55
IMO i think its ok, just keep doing what is working for you, its better than chocolate flavouring, i can't say its great to give, but if my kids want chocolate milk they get a milo. Better than other things that you could give her. She has a balanced diet so just keep going with it. You are doing a great job :)
delirium
26-12-2009, 19:55
It does have some good vitamins in it but a bit of sugar too. Have you considered a stage 2 or toddler formula to supplement what he isn't getting? There are worse things you could be giving :)
It does have some good vitamins in it but a bit of sugar too. Have you considered a stage 2 or toddler formula to supplement what he isn't getting? There are worse things you could be giving :)
I was thinking about "pedisure" but dont know too much about it, it is meant to be a full meal supplement but I would rather not take away the food i cook her for a meal in a glass if you know what I mean, the milo is just a filler, she has one bottle in the morning & 1 at night....
IMO i think its ok, just keep doing what is working for you, its better than chocolate flavouring, i can't say its great to give, but if my kids want chocolate milk they get a milo. Better than other things that you could give her. She has a balanced diet so just keep going with it. You are doing a great job :)
Thanks for that, I will keep going with it, at least till she has her tonsils out & can start being more healthy & hopefully gaining weight without the Milo.
delirium
26-12-2009, 20:03
I was thinking about "pedisure" but dont know too much about it, it is meant to be a full meal supplement but I would rather not take away the food i cook her for a meal in a glass if you know what I mean, the milo is just a filler, she has one bottle in the morning & 1 at night....
We have a member here that has a child with low birth weight and they use pedisure and swear by it. It's about 30 bucks a tin, but apparently you can get a script and it's cheaper that way.
Maybe you could use it when your child hasn't eaten much for the day but if they do, don't give it?
We have a member here that has a child with low birth weight and they use pedisure and swear by it. It's about 30 bucks a tin, but apparently you can get a script and it's cheaper that way.
Maybe you could use it when your child hasn't eaten much for the day but if they do, don't give it?
Oh ok thats great, i almost bought it the other day but was not 100% sure but you have made up my mind... thank you
We have a member here that has a child with low birth weight and they use pedisure and swear by it. It's about 30 bucks a tin, but apparently you can get a script and it's cheaper that way.
Maybe you could use it when your child hasn't eaten much for the day but if they do, don't give it?
:iagree:
The lady two door's down use pedisure. She make's up the 225ml (it could be 250ml) once a day. Give's half a cup of pedisure toped up with half a cup of milk 2 time's a day. Her little girl has started to put weight back on. She has all so started to eat more food.:confused:
http://www.choicefoodforkids.com.au/review/NESTLE%20Milo
delirium
26-12-2009, 20:16
Oh ok thats great, i almost bought it the other day but was not 100% sure but you have made up my mind... thank you
As you said though, I would always offer food first then supplement with the pedisure. If you child has ongoing issues with weight gain and you are seeing a dr, you should have no problems getting a script for it.
Electric Rodeo
26-12-2009, 20:24
My 20mth DD has had weight issues only gaining 10grams in the last 6 months due to constantly being unwell with tonsils etc (she will be having her tonsils, adenoids removed next month), someone recommended milo & she has now been having it twice a day & has gained 600grams in the last 2 months.... BUT.... is this drink really as healthy as they claim it to be? she is a very fussy eater, does not eat any meat, I will ensure that she has fruit, vegies, carbs etc everyday. Any opinions on the Milo? Thanks so much xox
My DS was the same with the lack of weight gain after suffering the same troubles with his tonsils and ears for many months. Once his tonsils and adnoids were removed he put on weight well as he didn't struggle with eating anymore. I hope you get the same results after your little one's Operation. He was the same age as you DD is when he had it done too. Sorry I know you asked about milo just wanted to let you know the op itself should make a big difference:)
delirium
26-12-2009, 20:28
I have severe tonsillitis constantly, until I was 9 when I got them out and I was an extremely picky eater. After my op I gained weight and was more hungry.
So I agree with mitake that you might find her appetite improves after getting them out.
I had 2 of my kids on pediasure after they were sick time and time again (to build them back up)////I just used it as a filler and they ate their normal meals too. It tastes great.
missie_mack
26-12-2009, 20:32
We use hospital grade sustagen for similar reasons under advice from a paed. About the same price per a tin as the other one (which I havent heard of TBH :o) and is used in hospitals
Tam-I-Am
26-12-2009, 21:03
I agree with the others. I would hesitate to use Milo, given that it's mostly sugar based, plus non-nutriative fillers. I would use something more nutritious and less sugary in your circumstance, like the suggestions already made. How stressful for you all - I hope you find a good solution for her soon, and that she starts feeling better and healthier :hugs:
My DS was the same with the lack of weight gain after suffering the same troubles with his tonsils and ears for many months. Once his tonsils and adnoids were removed he put on weight well as he didn't struggle with eating anymore. I hope you get the same results after your little one's Operation. He was the same age as you DD is when he had it done too. Sorry I know you asked about milo just wanted to let you know the op itself should make a big difference:)
Were you nervous about getting the operation done? I am terrified!! how was the recovery, I know we have to do it as she struggles to breath, has a constant runny nose, catches colds & gets fevers often.... and then there is the weight problem.....
I have severe tonsillitis constantly, until I was 9 when I got them out and I was an extremely picky eater. After my op I gained weight and was more hungry.
So I agree with mitake that you might find her appetite improves after getting them out.
Thanks for all your help..... I might just swap the milo for the pedisure till she has her operation then start fresh from there. xox
MummaBear03
26-12-2009, 22:15
I've come in a little late, it seems you've made a decision now which is good. I was going to say it's probably not ideal giving a child milo in a bottle, a cup would be much better for the teeth. I know way too many kids who have had to have teeth pulled out under anaesthetic before their 4th birthday because of juice or milo in a bottle.
Good luck with it, and all the best with the operation. I hope it improves after the operation and she becomes well again. Poor little bubba, must be hard being so little and getting sick all the time. I don't get tonisilitis often, but get it bad so I can't imagine what it must be like for such a tiny toddler to be sick with it.
Electric Rodeo
27-12-2009, 09:13
Were you nervous about getting the operation done? I am terrified!! how was the recovery, I know we have to do it as she struggles to breath, has a constant runny nose, catches colds & gets fevers often.... and then there is the weight problem.....
Hi,
Yeah I was nervous, but my DS had already had an op previous to the T&A so I kind of knew what to expect a bit more iykwim. I'll share a few things from our experience not in an attempt to make you worry but sometimes it's good to be prepared for things they may not tell you about:)
Taking them into theatre is hard especially when they put them under aneasthetic, chances are you will be holding them while they do this. Be prepared for tears from you and your DD, she will struggle a bit but don't worry she will be OK.
When they come to recovery they seem in quite some pain and they are a bit disorientated so not happy at all. My DS had trouble with his breathing from the crap left in his throat but as he was in recovery they had everything at the ready to help him out...again lots of tears from me and him. Your DD will definitely want her mummy with her then. After that op you can't give them any bottles/drinks immediately after like you can with grommets op, so that makes it hard to soothe them if that is a comfort technique of yours(it was for us he used to drink gallons of milk:o).
I assume you will spend the night in hospital, your DD will be attached to drips and have HR monitored often. The bed DS was on in recovery was wheeled into his room for me to sleep on as I was pregnant at the time. He had a cot set up in there. He ended up sleeping a little with me just cuddling him, cords everywhere. He was pretty sleepy. Take some toys or a portable DVD player(i forgot to take mine). Trying to keep a toddler in a cot for over 24hours is a challenge especially when they are hooked up to a drip etc so take whatever you think they may like.
They'll be given food as normal but may not eat it, Oh aand they will be given coke to drink to clear their throat. Don't worry about the milo now coke is next on the menu:laughing:
As for pain for your DD you should be sent home with some strong pain meds and I found it took just on 2 weeks after for my DS not to need any.
Hmmm sorry to waffle on, hope some of its a help to you.
All the best with your dd's op, I'm sure everythig will go well. after the two weeks following you will notice a huge change in her appetite. My DS has just sprouted right on up and out, he had the op in march and has put on 4.5 kilos since then.
Let us know how you go and if you have any questions I answer if I can.:)
mum2bubba
27-12-2009, 12:20
I think its fine, Skye has never been a fan of plain milk so she has Milo in it.
Hi,
Yeah I was nervous, but my DS had already had an op previous to the T&A so I kind of knew what to expect a bit more iykwim. I'll share a few things from our experience not in an attempt to make you worry but sometimes it's good to be prepared for things they may not tell you about:)
Taking them into theatre is hard especially when they put them under aneasthetic, chances are you will be holding them while they do this. Be prepared for tears from you and your DD, she will struggle a bit but don't worry she will be OK.
When they come to recovery they seem in quite some pain and they are a bit disorientated so not happy at all. My DS had trouble with his breathing from the crap left in his throat but as he was in recovery they had everything at the ready to help him out...again lots of tears from me and him. Your DD will definitely want her mummy with her then. After that op you can't give them any bottles/drinks immediately after like you can with grommets op, so that makes it hard to soothe them if that is a comfort technique of yours(it was for us he used to drink gallons of milk:o).
I assume you will spend the night in hospital, your DD will be attached to drips and have HR monitored often. The bed DS was on in recovery was wheeled into his room for me to sleep on as I was pregnant at the time. He had a cot set up in there. He ended up sleeping a little with me just cuddling him, cords everywhere. He was pretty sleepy. Take some toys or a portable DVD player(i forgot to take mine). Trying to keep a toddler in a cot for over 24hours is a challenge especially when they are hooked up to a drip etc so take whatever you think they may like.
They'll be given food as normal but may not eat it, Oh aand they will be given coke to drink to clear their throat. Don't worry about the milo now coke is next on the menu:laughing:
As for pain for your DD you should be sent home with some strong pain meds and I found it took just on 2 weeks after for my DS not to need any.
Hmmm sorry to waffle on, hope some of its a help to you.
All the best with your dd's op, I'm sure everythig will go well. after the two weeks following you will notice a huge change in her appetite. My DS has just sprouted right on up and out, he had the op in march and has put on 4.5 kilos since then.
Let us know how you go and if you have any questions I answer if I can.:)
Thank you so so much for taking the time to write the above, It is so nice to talk to a mother that has experienced this as all i seem to talk to is doctors or people that haven't had to go through this that. Jayda (dd) will be getting the grommets as well during the operation as both ears are 90% blocked with fluid, so tonsils, adenoids & grommets all at once.. I am also 6 months pregnant so I really want to get it done before my next DD comes along. I am mostly worried about her going under anesthetic & I have heard about some bleeding after that could be a concern.... they are my 2 main fears as about 40 years ago my aunt died at age 5 getting this operation done ( I know things are a lot different and more medically advanced these days but its still scary), Myself & 3 brothers all had ours done at age 2 so my mum tells me not to worry, I just know that I will be a nervous wreck & worry about putting my body through that being so pregnant etc...... But it is something that I have to do as i mentioned previously she has only gained 10grams in the last 6 months, always gets sick, wont eat any chunky food ( I have to puree everything) and her breathing is so heavy 24/7 especailly at night where she will stop breathing for a few seconds...... I just want a heathly child as its so hard seeing other babies her age thrive & Jayda not blossoming as she should be psychically. You sound like you were in a very simular situation as myself being pregnant also.... Thanks again so so so so much for the insight... I do feel better about the whole thing. xox
Electric Rodeo
27-12-2009, 15:40
Thank you so so much for taking the time to write the above, It is so nice to talk to a mother that has experienced this as all i seem to talk to is doctors or people that haven't had to go through this that. Jayda (dd) will be getting the grommets as well during the operation as both ears are 90% blocked with fluid, so tonsils, adenoids & grommets all at once.. I am also 6 months pregnant so I really want to get it done before my next DD comes along. I am mostly worried about her going under anesthetic & I have heard about some bleeding after that could be a concern.... they are my 2 main fears as about 40 years ago my aunt died at age 5 getting this operation done ( I know things are a lot different and more medically advanced these days but its still scary), Myself & 3 brothers all had ours done at age 2 so my mum tells me not to worry, I just know that I will be a nervous wreck & worry about putting my body through that being so pregnant etc...... But it is something that I have to do as i mentioned previously she has only gained 10grams in the last 6 months, always gets sick, wont eat any chunky food ( I have to puree everything) and her breathing is so heavy 24/7 especailly at night where she will stop breathing for a few seconds...... I just want a heathly child as its so hard seeing other babies her age thrive & Jayda not blossoming as she should be psychically. You sound like you were in a very simular situation as myself being pregnant also.... Thanks again so so so so much for the insight... I do feel better about the whole thing. xox
No problem with the info, was hopng I hadn't waffled on too much.
My DS who is now 2.5yrs has had the grommets 3 times now and the T&A done so 4 ops in 17months, the most recent was a fortnight ago. Grommets alone is just day surgery and makes a huge difference on it's own. The second time he had them done I was 2 weeks off having my DD back in August. So I was pregnant through two ops(newborn tagging along for the 3rd:laughing:). It wasn't fun but I found the stress was much like the worry you feel when you are up at night comforting etc like I'm sure you have to do alot too. I'm sorry about what happened to your aunt but as you said it was 40 yrs ago and medicine is far more advanced. My DS didn't have trouble with bleeding but with breathing which was scary but I knewwe were inthe best place.
I'd be genuinely interested to hear what difference you notice in your dd once she has had the op and recovered.
All the best for the op and with your new bub.:goodvibes:
No problem with the info, was hopng I hadn't waffled on too much.
My DS who is now 2.5yrs has had the grommets 3 times now and the T&A done so 4 ops in 17months, the most recent was a fortnight ago. Grommets alone is just day surgery and makes a huge difference on it's own. The second time he had them done I was 2 weeks off having my DD back in August. So I was pregnant through two ops(newborn tagging along for the 3rd:laughing:). It wasn't fun but I found the stress was much like the worry you feel when you are up at night comforting etc like I'm sure you have to do alot too. I'm sorry about what happened to your aunt but as you said it was 40 yrs ago and medicine is far more advanced. My DS didn't have trouble with bleeding but with breathing which was scary but I knewwe were inthe best place.
I'd be genuinely interested to hear what difference you notice in your dd once she has had the op and recovered.
All the best for the op and with your new bub.:goodvibes:
I am so glad your DS is thriving now, I have heard that grommets does wonders, Thanks again & I will let you know how we go in january. xox
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