Food Related Problems in Babies and Children

Constipation

Tips to prevent and treat constipation in children – Produced by Paediatric Dietitians, NHS Forth Valley.
Increasing fibre and fluids to help relieve constipation – Produced by Paediatric Dietitians, NHS Forth Valley.
Advice for children with constipation – ERIC (The Children’s Bowel and Bladder Charity) – Provides practical tips and information including fun quizzes, activities and games for kids.
Bladder & Bowel UK– Have a range of useful resources and a helpline number.
Constipation in children – NHS – General information and advice on constipation in children.
Constipation in Babies: Questions and Answers – NCT – For information on constipation in babies.

Fussy Eating

New Videos – Now Available

NHS Forth Valley children’s dietitians and occupational therapists have produced these videos on fussy eating.
They are in 3 short parts each going through different aspects of fussy eating.

Happy Eating Video – Part 1 – Focuses on feeding development and the reasons why children can become fussy eaters.
Happy Eating Video – Part 2 – Focuses on food, nutrition and meal times.
Happy Eating Video – Part 3 – Focuses on tools and strategies you can use at home with your child.
Parent Club – Have lots of tips and hints on feeding a fussy child through different stages of childhood.
Start Healthy Food Habits Early – Tips for fussy eaters – Produced by the Public Health Nutrition Team, NHS Forth Valley
How do I manage a Fussy Eater? – NHS – Useful tips and a video to watch.