Give your child complete and balanced nutrition thanks to PediaSure®
For the PediaSure® review, selected mums and children aged 12 months+ will try the PediaSure® Vanilla Powder at home before coming back to share their thoughts and opinions with us here.
PediaSure® is a complete, balanced nutritional supplement for children 1-10 years old. Clinically shown to support * growth2,4,5 and immunity2
Did you know that 9/10 Australian children † aren’t eating enough of the 5 food groups6 and may be missing out on important nutrients for growth and development?
PediaSure® Powder contains 28 vitamins and minerals1 , clinically shown to help fill nutritional gaps7
This is 12 more vitamins and minerals than your regular toddler milk, helping your child thrive.
Suitable for children 1 to 10 years of age, PediaSure® Powder is available in three delicious flavours that kids love – including Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry. Conveniently, PediaSure® is also available in ready to drink 200mL bottles in the same three flavours.
The benefits of PediaSure that we know you’ll love.
PediaSure® has been clinically shown to:
Support 50% faster catch-up growth2,4,5
Supports immunity2,3
Has been clinically shown that more than 90% of kids met their needs for key nutrients with PediaSure+2
PediaSure® is available from chemists near you, including Chemist Warehouse, Blooms The Chemist, MyChemist and Terry White Chemmart, Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse, Discount Cincotta Chemist, Discount Drug Store, Amcal, Pharmacy Choice, Pharmacy 4 Less, Ramsay and more!
Food for Special Medical Purposes. Use under medical supervision.
‡When given in conjunction with dietary counselling in children at nutritional risk5
†Children aged 4 years and over
+Compared with baseline in children at nutritional risk, when given in conjunction with dietary counselling2
References:
1.PediaSure® Powder Product Label. 2. Huynh DTT, et al. J Hum Nutr Diet. 2015;28(6):623–635. 3. Ghosh AK, et al. J Int Med Res. 2018;46(6):2186–2201. 4. Huynh DTT, et al. J Nutr Sci. 2016;5:e20. 5. Alarcon PA, et al. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2003;42(3):209–217. 6. Australian Bureau of Statistics (2023) Dietary
behaviour. Available at: https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/health/health-conditions-and-risks/dietary-behaviour/latest-release. Accessed: December 2023. ®Registered trademark of the Abbott Group of Companies. Abbott Australasia Pty Ltd, 299 Lane Cove Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113. ABN 95 000 180 389. Customer Service 1800 225 311. www.abbottnutrition.com.au. Abbott Laboratories NZ Ltd, Ground Floor, Bldg. D, 4 Pacific Rise, Mount Wellington, Auckland 1640. Customer Service Toll Free: 0800 737 115. www.abbottnutrition.co.nz
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PediaSure has been a game-changer for my daughter's nutrition since she transitioned from formula. It's reassuring to know she's getting a complete and balanced nutritional supplement that supports her growth and immunity. The vanilla flavor is her absolute favorite, and she enjoys it as a tasty treat. I love that it's packed with essential vitamins and minerals, providing a nutritional boost that complements her diet. The convenient powder format makes it easy to prepare, whether at home or on the go. PediaSure has given me peace of mind knowing my daughter is getting the nutrients she needs to thrive.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
Flavoursome, nutritious and easy to prepare!!!!!!!!!
My son's favorite PediaSure flavors are Vanilla and Strawberry and even though it’s easy to prepare with cold or hot water, he enjoys it as a cold drink. It tastes just like flavored milk and not a supplement which makes it easy for him to drink. When he drinks PediaSure he isn’t as hungry as usual. Overall it’s an excellent supplement drink and I've already recommended it to my friends and family!!!!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
PediaSure gives me peace of mind that my toddler is getting all the essential vitamins and minerals that she needs. She loves the vanilla flavour and still likes her milk before a nap, this is a great substitute with more to help her grow and keep her immune system thriving!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
I loved this trial as it was something I've been wanting to try as my son is a picky eater but I didnt want to spend the $50+ to get it if he wasnt going to like it.
I was so excited to try this with my son and when I did he love it almost as much as I did! He drank the whole bottle. Now im excited to try the other flavours with him to mix it up as well but Vanilla was definitely a hit!
I love that PediaSure Powder has 28 vitamins and minerals, which is amazingly 12 more vitamins and minerals in this compared to regular toddler milk, thus helping my son thrive and get nutrients his growing body needs. And it will continue right up until his 10 or until he grows out of his picky eating habits or lets be honest I'll probably still give it to him as it won't hurt having extra boosts here and there.
It is readily available at chemists near me being Chemist Warehouse, Cincotta Chemist and Blooms the Chemist which is fabulous!
Lastly, I love that it comes in powder form, but I do also love that it comes in readily made 200ml bottles with all three flavours for on the go.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
This is definitely the one we need in our lives. After having tried it, Mr 5 will not go back to the other one. This definitely ticks the boxes for his needs too. Loved how it did actually increase his appetite too, as he is the world’s fussiest eater! Currently scouring the shelves looking for this Pediasure formula it’s the one!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
Some people may not believe it but my little girl used to be such a picky and small eater until I started her off on this milk. It must have a wonder ingredient in it because ever since then her appetite has increased so much - she definitely had a major growth spurt as she was one of the smallest when she started kindy and now she has caught up to everyone else in the class!
This milk was a game changer for us and I have since continued to purchase the product because of the results we received from it.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
My toddler is so picky and some evenings just refuses to eat her dinner. Having PediaSure on hand to give her before bed gave me the assurance that she was getting all the nutrition she needs to finish the day and get her through the night with a full stomach. She didn't wake at all and didn't notice any taste difference to her normal milk so it's a big winner!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
Wow, this is not what I expected. Freya is very fussy with anything she puts in her mouth at the moment, food or drink, so I thought I'd have a struggle on my hands. But nope, she drank and drank then drank some more. It's a hit with her and lifesaver for me. Trying to ensure a fussy eater is getting enough nutrients is a nightmare. Not anymore thanks to PediaSure
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
PediaSure has been a game-changer for my daughter's nutrition since she transitioned from formula. It's reassuring to know she's getting a complete and balanced nutritional supplement that supports her growth and immunity. The vanilla flavor is her absolute favorite, and she enjoys it as a tasty treat. I love that it's packed with essential vitamins and minerals, providing a nutritional boost that complements her diet. The convenient powder format makes it easy to prepare, whether at home or on the go. PediaSure has given me peace of mind knowing my daughter is getting the nutrients she needs to thrive.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
I was delayed in trialling this due to a family emergency. But my gosh am I glad we had this to hand! It saved us when the little ones were being picky and not wanting to eat. I didnt feel guilty using this as a one off. Thank you
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
After trying other similar products without success, the paediatrician recommended PediaSure. My son went from gagging down other drinks to asking for his chocolate milk. We love it!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
I would be definitely be buying Pediasure again. Was really impressed with the ingredients, nutrients and minerals used in the powder. What a great way to get nutrients into your little one
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
This is really an amazing product. It has all the things my kids to help their growth and development. My kids love the flavour and don’t fight me to take it they actually ask for it which is great. For me personally, I’m a mum of 4 and financially am unable to purchase PediaSure regularly to give my kids twice a day. I wish I could as it’s so good for them and their growing bodies really benefit from
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
Flavoursome, nutritious and easy to prepare!!!!!!!!!
My son's favorite PediaSure flavors are Vanilla and Strawberry and even though it’s easy to prepare with cold or hot water, he enjoys it as a cold drink. It tastes just like flavored milk and not a supplement which makes it easy for him to drink. When he drinks PediaSure he isn’t as hungry as usual. Overall it’s an excellent supplement drink and I've already recommended it to my friends and family!!!!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
We have loved trialling pediasure vanilla. My 2 toddlers enjoy drinking their "vanilla milkshake shake" as we call it. They think they're having something yummy, and I know they're getting all the good nutrients and minerals the need into their bellies! We will definitely continue to purchase for our family.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
Pediasure has helped my son ask for more liquid and he is constantly asking to get more pedi aside as it’s become his favourite thing I’d certainly reccomend to help boost the amount of vitamins and minerals your child needs plus help with growth and development and would definitely continue to buy frequently and recommend to all my friends
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
My 28 month old little one just didn’t like it! She’s a big milk/bottle gal and when I mixed this up she would spit out and sat “yuck”. I tried a couple times and even diluted it! It’s a real shame because she’s not a big eater as well so having something like this would’ve really helped!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
I have a little 2.5 year so getting extra vitamins and minerals into her is hard- thank goodness she loves pediasure. So much so she loves making it herself . Knowing she is getting 28 vitamins and minerals in a low in lactose gluten free vanilla milkshake that is high in all the good stuff that she loves literally helps me sleep better.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
I have a little 2.5 year so getting extra vitamins and minerals into her is hard- thank goodness she loves pediasure. So much so she loves making it herself . Knowing she is getting 28 vitamins and minerals in a low in lactose gluten free vanilla milkshake that is high in all the good stuff that she loves literally helps me sleep better at night.
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
PediaSure gives me peace of mind that my toddler is getting all the essential vitamins and minerals that she needs. She loves the vanilla flavour and still likes her milk before a nap, this is a great substitute with more to help her grow and keep her immune system thriving!
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
This was a hit in my house! My little one loved it and I felt so happy knowing all the vitamins and nutrients he was receiving when drinking it. Thanks so much for the chance to review, we’ve definitely purchased a tin after we reviewed it
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
A great drink which kids love. A must have for all growing kids. Contains all vitamins and minerals they need. Kids wake up and love a drink with breakfast. Must try vanilla flavour
I would recommend PediaSure® to other parents.
My child liked the taste of PediaSure®.
I love that PediaSure® supports my child’s growth & development.
I like knowing PediaSure® is packed with 28 essential vitamins and minerals.
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‘Trust Your Intuition’: How To Advocate For Your Child In Hospital
Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.
What if I’m overreacting? What if I’ve got it wrong?
So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.
It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.
Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.
Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise
According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.
“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.
Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital
While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.
So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.
“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.
Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone
A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.
You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.
Leticia gets it.
“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”
But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.
Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.
“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”
Remember, we know our children better than anyone.
What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process
If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.
Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.
Here’s how it works:
Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.
You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.
What should you actually look out for?
Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.
Things like:
Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse
And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.
That’s enough.
“You are helping us, not bothering us”
If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.
“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.
“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”
The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.
“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”
And if you’re still worried about being judged?
“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”
You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.
A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!
Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.
This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.
It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.
How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!
This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.
This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.
I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.
5:08 pm
Peace of mind after formula!
8:11 pm
Best thing ever invented
We were recommended pediasure and it was a complete game changer.
My son gained weight, retained a healthy appearance.
Started growing and growing….
This product saved his life.
So grateful to have a product like this available.
9:33 pm
Flavoursome, nutritious and easy to prepare!!!!!!!!!
9:13 pm
For peace of mind
2:34 pm
Wow wow wow! My son loves PediaSure!
I was so excited to try this with my son and when I did he love it almost as much as I did! He drank the whole bottle. Now im excited to try the other flavours with him to mix it up as well but Vanilla was definitely a hit!
I love that PediaSure Powder has 28 vitamins and minerals, which is amazingly 12 more vitamins and minerals in this compared to regular toddler milk, thus helping my son thrive and get nutrients his growing body needs. And it will continue right up until his 10 or until he grows out of his picky eating habits or lets be honest I'll probably still give it to him as it won't hurt having extra boosts here and there.
It is readily available at chemists near me being Chemist Warehouse, Cincotta Chemist and Blooms the Chemist which is fabulous!
Lastly, I love that it comes in powder form, but I do also love that it comes in readily made 200ml bottles with all three flavours for on the go.
2:07 pm
Pediasure we cry, give it a try ????
You won't go wrong,
Packed with 28 vitamins and minerals,
Proven to be essential,
Try it, don't take too long!
12:18 pm
Pediasure - This is the one!
11:04 am
Sure way to increase appetite
This milk was a game changer for us and I have since continued to purchase the product because of the results we received from it.
6:34 pm
Best drink full of nutrients
5:59 pm
Such peace of mind having this on hand
3:29 pm
My kids love it
12:59 pm
PediaSure for sure my kidlets
9:02 pm
Loved using it to my child’s development
5:08 pm
Peace of mind after formula!
10:23 pm
Great for those picky meals
6:13 am
Excellent Product
8:11 pm
Best thing ever invented
We were recommended pediasure and it was a complete game changer.
My son gained weight, retained a healthy appearance.
Started growing and growing….
This product saved his life.
So grateful to have a product like this available.
3:50 pm
Would definitely buy again
3:09 pm
PediaSure
9:33 pm
Flavoursome, nutritious and easy to prepare!!!!!!!!!
7:03 pm
Healthy
6:43 am
Amazing
12:47 pm
The best!
11:07 am
pediasure is my sons favourite drink!
5:55 am
Unfortunately she didn’t take to it!
9:48 pm
A must try
9:47 pm
Sleeping better
9:13 pm
For peace of mind
8:23 pm
It’s for sure with Pediasure!!
7:25 pm
Yumm kids love it
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