As mums, it’s important to us to know that our children are receiving the right nutrition to grow and develop normally.
During this time of critical growth, it is essential that children receive not only an adequate supply of all of the micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) but also macronutrients (energy in the form of calories, protein, carbohydrate and fat).
Introducing Sustagen Kid Essentials …a great tasting, nutritionally complete drink for children aged 1-10.
Sustagen Kid Essentials is a great tasting, nutritionally complete drink for children aged 1 – 10. It is high in protein and contains 27 vitamins and minerals to help support growth and recovery. Sustagen Kid Essentials gives kids the taste they love, the nutrition they need.
How do I know if my child needs a nutritional supplement?
Nutritional supplements may be recommended by your healthcare professional when:
children aren’t eating and drinking as much as they would normally
help is needed with weight gain or to slow down weight loss
growth is suboptimal
nutritional intake is reduced due to illness
How do I use Sustagen Kid Essentials?
Add Sustagen Kid Essentials to smoothies & milkshakes, add to pancakes, cupcakes and muffins, sprinkle over cereal or fruit and yoghurt or simply make up a wholesome glass of Sustagen Kid Essentials. To prepare, mix 7 scoops or 55g of powder into 210mL of water or milk.
Where can I purchase Sustagen Kid Essentials?
Sustagen Kid Essentials is only available at pharmacies. The recommended retail price is $28.95 for a 900g tin.
In the Sustagen Kid Essentials Product Review, mums will receive a 900g tin of Sustagen Kid Essentials to use with their children. We asked them to put Sustagen Kid Essentials to the ‘Real Mum, Real Life’ test and post their review and ratings.
had to buy some more today. the kids love it. they only have one glass a day but they love that glass. and they never forget to have a glass. I am very happy with this product. it has cut flavoured milk out of the picture for good I think.
My kids have a real love of flavoured milk. and due to the amount of sugar and lack of goodness (apart from the milk itself) they are not allowed to drink it unless its a special occasion or a treat. this product as made my kids very happy. they are now allowed one glass of “flavoured milk” per day. they think all their Christmases have come at once. It good for them and they love it.
Sustagen Kid Essentials gives me complete peace of mind!
I have been using Sustagen Kid Essentials for the last two years. I now have three children that have it on a daily basis. I go through roughly eight tins a month. My five year old is an extremely fussy eater, and I was often concerned about whether or not he was getting enough nutrients to meet the requirements for his age.
Kid Essentials gives me peace of mind as it is extremely nourishing and my fussy eater enjoys the taste of it without a problem. I will definitely be starting my fourth little one on it as soon as he reaches twelve months as it is an excellent product and I highly recommend it!
I have been using Sustagen Kid Essentials for the last two years. I now have three children that have it on a daily basis. I go through roughly eight tins a month. My five year old is an extremely fussy eater, and I was often concerned about whether or not he was getting enough nutrients to meet the requirements for his age.
Kid Essentials gives me peace of mind as it is extremely nourishing and my fussy eater enjoys the taste of it without a problem. I will definitely be starting my fourth little one on it as soon as he reaches twelve months as it is an excellent product and I highly recommend it!
I have been using this product for the last two years. I now have three children that have it daily. And go through roughly eight tins a month. My five year old is an extremely fussy eater, and I was often concerned about whether he was getting enough nutrients on a daily basis. Kid Essentials gives me peace of mind as it is extremely nourishing and my fussy eater enjoys the taste of it without a problem. I will definitely be starting my fourth little one on it as soon as he reaches twelve months as it is an excellent product.
I had never seen this product before until i came across it on word of mums, i was amazed at what other mums where saying about the product on the reviews so again this is another product i decided to try My kids are so fussy so for me getting this would help them in alot of way, they loved the taste of it and they had fun mixing it together now they drink it daily so thank you to all the mums on here
after reading the reviews i got this for the kids, they loved it, and reading all the benefits like Sustagen Kid Essentials is a nutritionally complete drink for children aged 1 – 10. It is high in protein and contains 27 vitamins and minerals to help support growth and recovery, gives kids the taste they love, the nutrition they need, why wouldn’t you try it?
I happily give my kids this healthy, nutritious, good tasting drink, they love it so much and it is very healthy for them, i love knowing my kids are getting the right nutrients and calcium intake while they are enjoying their drink, its so hard to find something that is all these things
We saw this in the supermarket and decided to try it with our 3yr old son and he loves it. We give him a glass of milk with this in it once a day to help with his vitamin and mineral intake. We will be buying this regularly.
Sustagen Kid Essential is an easy way for me to make sure that my kids are getting the the nutrients they need in their diet. I would highly recommend to any parent wanting to make sure their children also are reaching their daily intake of all the minerals and vitamins needed for great health. Its so very easy to prepare and my kids love it,especially cold just out of the fridge as an after school “snack”
My son loves Sustagen Kid Essentials and thinks it is a treat. I was really struggling with my son eating enough and it took hours eat meal of me saying eat your lunch, or eat your dinner over and over again. I was worried he wasn’t getting all the vitamins and nutrients he needed from food so a girlfriend recommended Sustagen Kid Essentials. My son loves it and I love the fact I don’t have to worry about him not eating as much and he is getting those vitamins and nutrients from Sustagen Kid Essentials.
I used to drink this when i was breast feeding so i would recommend this to anyone so since my son is a fussy eater n drinker, i was told to get this. My son wouldnt have a bar of it either my daughter too. I would recommend it anyway as i know it helps. A tin full went to the bin. Wasnt happy. It was the vanilla one that i got. I wonder if chocolate would have won? Havent seen chocolate around though.
My daughter went through a period where she would barely eat anything (despite our baby led weaning and getting her to help prepare food, etc). I tried this as I always use Sustagen myself when I am not getting enough nutrients but, unfortunately, she can’t stand the taste. I have tried putting it in things but she can always detect it.
this has nutritional value is and is 900 grams for a tin size. At $30 a tin it is expensive however my son is coeliac and has a lot of allergies and has a lot of trouble eating some foods but this certainly helped him get his nutrinol value every day. He really enjoyed the taste a bit too much I had to limit the him drinking it as it so expensive I can’t afford him drinking more than one a day. In saying this it does last over a month so it’s under a dollar a day so not too bad . I will need to budget too have this but when my son went and got his blood test done again his iron levels where up and his vitamins and bloods levels where good so this I highly recommend. My family all enjoyed this and my go and doctor was pleasantly surprised by the seats also.
The kids enjoyed the taste of Sustagen Kid Essentials and it is a brand that I trust to adequately contribute to my childrens daily needs. It is very easy to prepare and the kids liked the smell and taste of it. I found it to be very expensive at close to $30 per tin and while it would last a while at the 900g quantity it won’t become part of my grocery budget.
I really enjoy adult sustagen so I thought it would be a great idea to try sustagen for children. I found this product exceptionally easy to prepare. It smells good and according to the children, it tastes good too. I would definitely purchase this product again. I gave the children a glass of sustagen with our meals just to give them an extra boost in their day. I recommend sustagen for kids to anyone looking to add extra into their children’s diet.
Kids think it's yummy, mums think it's easy to prepare!
I would recommend this product and since starting it in fact do recommend it to friends with fussy kids especially. My daughter is very fussy and a vegetarian so it is important for her to get the extra micronutrients that she may be missing out on. Her health is absolutely perfect. I would buy this again and again the price is value for money. It is also very easy to prepare just adding in the scoops to the recommended dose as per the back of the tin. I add it to soups also, and custards, yogurt and many other of Charlottes meals, and she really seems to enjoy them more when I have added some of this wonderful product. Sustagen is a brand i have known since I was young and i have no hesitation in trusting Sustagen. I also find that because it is a well known brand that it gives me that extra peace of mind, because Brands that are not generally well known and not generally as highly purchased and spoken about. In my video review you can see my normally smiling cheerful princess fully concentrating on her mily deliciouse drink! Its so cute and please do try it at least once.
It was easy to make, from a trusted brand and reasonably priced. I was really excited to try because my son doesnt eat near enough of the foods he should and im tired of fighting him to eat the good stuff, unfortunatly he really didnt like it at all and after the first try declared it yucky and refused to try again. My youngest liked it which was good becase at least it wont go to waste. Ill probably offer it again to my fussy eater but im unsure if ill have much luck.
i bought this to try to include this into my fussy toddler’s diet. She loves to drink this now although she was not too sure about it at first and it took numerous attempts to get her to try it. I am happy that she is getting the good stuff that she needs so that makes me feel happy
I used this for my daughter who had little to low apatite, after suggested to use by a doctor my daughter now has her apatite back. I keep a tin in the cupboard at all times
I have a very fussy eater in my house and its hard to get her to get all her nutritionals needs filled, which can get stressful for all! A friend recommended Sustagen kids essentials and I’m now a fan! with 27 vitamins and minerals and high in protein, I’m very happy for my daughter to drink this. The best part is that she loves the taste and its sold at a good price!
My little bit is a very fussy eater right from the start. I used to keep thinking all day what to offer him as he wouldn’t eat anything. My friend suggested me this product and I had to try. My kids love it and me too. It gives me peace of mind that they are getting the nutrition they need. It’s a win.
the kids love the taste of this Sustagen and will drink it when given. I love it has all of the essentials to help a growing child while providing a good tasting product as well
kids sustagen is fantastic.
i managed to get a sample of this from our local chemist to try on my daughter as her health nurse recommended trying this….. my daughter was not eating only drinking and seemed to be tired all the time so i started giving her this and she loves it and i felt assured knowing she was getting all the nutrients she need 🙂
I give it a 10 out of 10. I have a child who eats practically nothing & thanks to this product she is receiving all the nutrients she needs & has been putting on weight.
This is our bedtime drink. Thats is why i did not think twice to give this to my kids. very nutritious. and it can be used as a meal replacement i give this to my kids because they are very fussy eater. i know that even though they didn’t eat much of their meal they still have the nutrients that Sustagen gives. Sad to say that Sustagen is only sold on pharmacys here in Australia so I get mine from Philippines.
I love this product. I have used it from time to time when my boys go through their fussy stages. I always encourage them to eat well but sometimes they can be monsters. Having a product like this on hand though makes things less stressful. If they dont eat much of their dinner etc at least i know if they have a “milkshake” they are getting important vitamins into their little bodies!
I have purchased this before & my kids loved it I would recommend to other parents to give it a go. My eldest wanted it but he is too old to have it but also my youngest just thought she could have it all the time, so I highly recommend trying this if you haven’t already
I actually stumbled across this and decided to give it a go. I personally tried it as well. You could probably liken the flavour to that of the old nestle powdered milk, if anyone remembers that. I found that
Although it was convenient if making a drink took a bit of stirring. It took my son a couple of times before he sort of got used to it. He actually added Milo to it to enrich the flavour. It served a purpose as I have it to
Him after a period of him being unwell.
A nutritionally complete supplement for children aged 1-10 with a great taste that they want more each day.
Contains all the vitamins and minerals as well as protein, fat and energy children need for healthy growth and development and also contains prebiotics and probiotics for digestive health, We have made it part of our daily routine so even when the kids are having a off day i know they are getting what their bodies need.
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Mums Reveal Their Fail-Safe Nappy Rash Tips
Whether you’re a seasoned or first-time mum, protecting your baby’s delicate skin is right up there on the priorities list. Because when their skin is irritation-free, it really does make for a happier bub! Anyone who’s had to deal with nappy rash (me included!) knows it’s an inescapable mum truth.
Having skin irritation as an adult is super distracting and annoying. So just imagine what that’s like for our teeny babies and toddlers, who need to focus on sleep, eat and play. No wonder they can be so upset when they have nappy rash.
One thing you do need to ditch when it comes to nappy rash is mum guilt. It happens despite our best efforts. But it is helpful if you can get ahead of the game by doing as much as you can to try and prevent nappy rash in the first place.
We asked our hundreds of thousands of Mouths of Mums members for their tried-and-true, trusted nappy rash tips, and their responses came down to four key tips. So if you’re about to have your first baby, or your fifth, it’s worth popping on the kettle and reading through what’s helped other mums.
Fail-Safe Nappy Rash Tips From Mums
What we love about these tips is they’re perfect for mums and expecting mums, and they’re really simple to do. Everything from what to use and what to steer clear of, to helpful hints on caring for delicate baby skin.
1. Nappy Free Time
“As much free nappy time as possible. Lay baby on a blanket covered with a towel on the floor, without a nappy on, if possible in front of a warm sunny window.” – Joanne W.
We love nappy free time for newborn and toddlers (although it’s a lot harder to get them to stay in one place!). And while nappy free time is one of the most popular nappy rash tips among our mums, using the right nappy also plays a huge part in protecting against irritation on your baby’s skin. For example, Huggies Ultra Dry Nappy Pants have clever Rapid-Dry™ Technology, which instantly absorbs for drier skin. And they’re perfect for day and night, with up to 12 hours of leakage protection.
2. Change Nappies Frequently
“For me, what worked on my two kids is not leaving them in soiled nappies too long. I definitely changed as soon as they were wet and let their skin air dry before placing a new nappy on. I would rather go through more nappies than have to deal with the uncomfortable rash they would feel.” – MoM Member
Frequent nappy changes are a fail-safe way to keep moisture, but it’s not always practical (babies just love to fill their nappies while you’re out and about!) Huggies Newborn Nappies are designed to help protect a baby’s delicate skin with a zinc-enriched layer*, clinically proven to help protect against skin irritation.
3. Use A Barrier Cream
“My mum put me onto Zinc and Caster Oil cream. It is FABULOUS stuff! It’s very thick and sticks like you know what to a blanket hehe I tried literally everything and this was the only stuff that helped.” – Trudes
Using a barrier cream was another really popular tip from our mums. But did you know that Huggies Newborn Nappies are the only nappy with a zinc enriched layer. The zinc oxide in Huggies Newborn Nappies is the same ingredient found in many nappy rash creams, which helps to protect against irritation with visibly less redness on skin. They’re also endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives and the number one choice in Australian hospitals.
4. Choose Gentle
“Don’t use scented wipes. Flannel and warm water is the best.” – Justine F
Using the most natural product possible for wiping a baby’s delicate skin to prevent irritation is a tip that’s been passed down from generation to generation – and it’s still a great one. But something lots of mums don’t consider that a nappy itself can help protect against skin irritation. Huggies Newborn Nappies are clinically proven* to help protect against skin irritation while Huggies Ultra Dry Nappy Pants keep up with wriggly little ones while providing superior dryness, making them perfect for active toddlers.
Nappy Rash Myths & Facts
🚫 Myth: Nappy rash is only caused by wet nappies. ✅ Fact: It’s true that moisture does play a role in nappy rash, it can also be caused by moisture friction, bacteria, and even what the nappy is made from.
It’s why choosing a nappy that’s specifically designed for skin protection is really important.
🚫 Myth: Cloth nappies are better at preventing nappy rash than disposable nappies. ✅ Fact: When it comes to nappy rash, there’s not really any need to compare cloth and disposable nappies, because it’s all about keeping baby dry. The longer baby can stay dry, the better.
🚫 Myth: Nappy rash creams are the only way to protect against irritation. ✅ Fact: A good nappy with a zinc enriched layer can also help to protect against irritation.
Find Huggies Newborn Nappies and Ultra Dry Nappy Pants in your supermarket nappy aisle today.
Mouths of Mums is working with Huggies to bring you this handy information.
*Zinc as Zinc Oxide. Tested on adult skin as a suitable substitute for baby skin. *#1 choice in Australian hospitals based on sales data.
My first born had terrible nappy rash and ulcers from acid urine and none of the specialists prescription creams did anything. I finally used Petroleum Jelly and it cleared up his skin very quickly and kept future rashes at bay. It is cheap and easy to use and works the best of anything.
Any redness can be resolved with a tub of Sudocrem. It’s a cream that smells like lavender. Very pleasant and usually works quickly within the first application.
Take it with you everywhere. It helps poo nappy changes. Just apply on bottom area to prevent future nappy rash. Your baby will be happy with it on. It doesn’t feel cold like a wet wipe.
Any redness can be resolved with a tub of Sudocrem. It’s a cream that smells like lavender. Very pleasant and usually works quickly within the first application.
Take it with you everywhere. It helps poo nappy changes. Just apply on bottom area to prevent future nappy rash. Your baby will be happy with it on. It doesn’t feel cold like a wet wipe.
I had issues with my son pooping a lot as a newborn. Sometimes it can be really hard to keep the rash at bay if you have a child that is constantly doing that. There is some acidity in the excrement and that can cause burning before it’s even been against their skin for long. I used to use paw paw cream on him and that worked best as a barrier.
Nappy Rash can be so raw and painful and i always worried so much when our babies had a bout of it. I remember trying so many things but always found good old petroleum jelly used regularly would help in keeping it at bay. There are some great suggestions in the article.
I did find that not all nappy rash creams are as good as each other. After trialing many brands I settled on Sudocrem as the best for me and my baby. Changing nappies frequently and air time is also very important.
There are so many common sense tip in this article and they are tips that we followed. We kept everything as natural as possible on very soft and sensitive skin. We went with plenty of nappy free times and we were very fortunate to not encounter issues with nappy rash.
This article describes very much what we always have done: frequent nappy changes, plenty of bare bum time, no fragrances also not in soaps and a good nappy rash cream. It can become more challenging when your child has diarrhea; in which case bare bum time becomes more complex and the skin more irritated in which the gentle washing with warm water, patting dry with a soft cotton flannel and good zinc cream is more important
Even though I agree that prevention is key, I also think it’s important to have a good barrier cream to hand to help at the first signs of trouble. There are lots of good brands, you can pick any really that suits your baby’s skin. But use it liberally when you need it!
Yay! First time seeing my own comment in an article! *happy dance*
But yes, i do swear by changing their nappies as soon as it’s soiled. It’s what worked for us for both children! We always go prepared and change either before going out, during or in the car boot if we really had to
Nappy rash is horrible and prevention is definately better than cure. This is a fantastic article with some great tips. Especially the changing of the nappy frequently. Unfortunately sometimes especially once they’re on solids and their poops get yucky a little nappy rash can be unavoidable in which case a small amount of sudocreme clears it up quickly.
We found that changing nappies frequently was key for us. And once the kids starting sleeping for long periods at night, we started using the really good quality nappies – Huggies, as it happens – while cheaper nappies were still okay for the day and frequent changes. Nappies do vary! .
This is a really great reminder that nappy rash can happen but there are some great tips to help try and avoid it. I use to do a lot of nappy free time with my daughter when we were home as she had sensitive skin and I layered the barrier cream on all the time, especially at night.
9:36 pm
yum.
12:17 pm
Good for the kids and they like it.
1:25 pm
So Good We Buy It By The Box
1:19 pm
So Good We Buy It By The Box!
2:41 am
Peace of mind
11:25 am
11:04 am
great taste
1:02 pm
good for the kids
2:02 pm
11:12 am
What a great way to ensure my kids are healthy!
8:27 am
My son loves Sustagen Kid Essentials
4:53 pm
fussy drinker but recommend.
11:28 am
Wish it tasted different
10:06 pm
expensive but my son drank it full of vitamins
6:22 pm
Tastes Good!
10:13 am
the children loved it
11:37 am
Kids think it's yummy, mums think it's easy to prepare!
10:26 am
My son must be the only kid who doesnt like this!
9:55 pm
does the job
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Works Wonders
4:49 pm
Even fussy kids like this
12:52 am
Must for picky eater kids
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kids love it
12:40 pm
fantastic :)
8:59 am
It's fantastic!!
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I Grew up with this product!
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kids love it!
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didnt get to try
10:39 pm
Easy to prepare, convenient supplement.
12:34 am
Great taste
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