My Child Can’t “Pupu”? It’s More Common Than You Think

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My Child Can’t “Pupu”? It’s More Common Than You Think

By Alpro Pharmacy

July 29, 2025

Constipation isn’t just an adult problem, it’s surprisingly common among infants and young children too. In fact, global research suggests that up to 29% of children experience constipation at some point during early childhood, particularly during key transitions such as:

Switching from breastmilk to formula
Starting solid foods
Toilet training (typically age 2–4)
Entering preschool or primary school

While occasional constipation may be expected, prolonged or repeated episodes can lead to:

Abdominal pain or bloating
Fussiness and sleep disturbances
Poor appetite
Withholding behaviour (fear or resistance to passing stool)

These symptoms can affect a child’s mood, development, and even confidence. The good news? There’s a gentle, clinically supported approach that can help to support the gut from within.

🌿 The Gut-Brain-Poop Connection: Why Probiotics Matter

The human gut contains trillions of beneficial bacteria that support not only digestion, but also immune function, nutrient absorption, and emotional regulation. In children, this ecosystem (the microbiome) is still developing, making it more vulnerable to imbalances.

When this balance is disrupted due to changes in diet, illness, antibiotic use, or emotional stress, common symptoms like constipation, gas, and tummy discomfort can emerge.

That’s where probiotics come in: specific, clinically studied strains can help restore gut flora, improve bowel movements, and support overall digestive health.

✨ Gentle Relief That Works: BioGaia® Probiotic Chewable Tablets

BioGaia® Probiotic Chewable Tablets contain L. reuteri DSM 17938, one of the most clinically studied probiotic strains for infants and young children with functional gastrointestinal issues. This strain has shown consistent benefits in increasing stool frequency, improving stool consistency, and reducing discomfort in children with chronic constipation. A randomized, placebo-controlled trial published in The Journal of Pediatrics demonstrated that L. reuteri DSM 17938 significantly improved bowel movement frequency in infants with functional chronic constipation (Coccorullo et al., 2010). Furthermore, broader clinical reviews confirm its role in modulating gut motility, restoring microbial balance, and offering a safe, non-pharmacological approach for pediatric gut health (Srinivasan et al., 2018; Capozza et al., 2022). These findings support the use of BioGaia® as a gentle and effective probiotic choice trusted by both healthcare providers and parents worldwide.

✅ Why Parents Trust BioGaia®

Promotes regular, comfortable bowel movements
Supports the natural balance of gut microbiota
Boosts digestive and immune health
Delicious chewable tablet, kid-approved and easy to take

Just one tablet daily can help your child poop happily again without harsh laxatives, discomfort, or struggle.

🛒 Where to Find It?

You can get BioGaia® Probiotic Chewable Tablets at any Alpro Pharmacy nationwide, or order online here:

Because your child’s comfort begins from the inside out.💛

References:

Coccorullo, P., Strisciuglio, C., Martinelli, M., Miele, E., Greco, L., & Staiano, A. (2010). Lactobacillus reuteri (DSM 17938) in Infants with Functional Chronic Constipation: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study. The Journal of Pediatrics, 157(4), 598–602. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2010.04.066
Srinivasan, R., Kesavelu, D., Veligandla, K. C., Muni, S. K., & Mehta, S. C. (2018). Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938: Review of Evidence in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. Pediatrics & Therapeutics, 08(03). https://doi.org/10.4172/2161-0665.1000350
Capozza, M., Laforgia, N., Rizzo, V., Salvatore, S., Guandalini, S., & Baldassarre, M. (2022). Probiotics and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Pediatric Age: A Narrative review. Frontiers in Pediatrics, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fped.2022.805466