How to give kids their Optibac supplements

Each bottle of Baby Drops provides 30 days of friendly bacteria.

Babies & Children

As newborns grow into toddlers and young children, the cute yet strong-willed stage sometimes requires a little more patience and cunning. Watch our video on how to use Babies & Children sachets.

If your child doesn't like milk, cereal or yoghurts then you'll need alternatives.

• Dr Kate, our resident microbiologist, sometimes mixes Babies & Children into cool water and uses a Calpol syringe to 'administer' the friendly bacteria that way. Genius!

• Mix a sachet into your child's current favourite food (anything cool and non-acidic is ok) - mashed avocado or banana, and pureed fruit and veg are popular options amongst young children

Kids Gummies

Children over the age of 3 can take our Kids Gummies supplement. These friendly bacteria gummies require zero prep - simply take one out of the compostable carton and pop it into your child's mouth. For the children who prefer to exert their independence here are a few ideas from our team:

• Encourage your child to select the 'right' gummy themselves - yes, they will likely choose the same gummy as you would have but go with this, it saves a morning battle!

• Get your child to open a new pack of Kids Gummies and store them in a special resealable pot of their own choosing

Much like drinking your morning coffee from a favourite cup that brings you joy, letting your child use a favourite storage pot or pick out their own gummy is a great way to make their daily routine a little more fun and engaging. Just remember to keep their Kids Gummies out of reach as they are so delicious they may want more than the recommended one a day!