**I need to start by stating that I'm using this product along with the Focus Factor Kids chewables..
This product used alongside the Focus Factor Kids have been a game changer. I can honestly say that I noticed a difference in the first day. I gave them to my 10 year old before school and when I picked him up, I asked him if he noticed any difference? He said he did! I also realize that he's a 10 year old boy and may not completely be able to tell if he actually felt different or just because he knew he took something. But later that afternoon and in to the evening I could tell things were different, no melt downs, completing his homework and even had better manners. I know some people might not believe it or have had the same results but for us, this combo has worked. We are a few days in and I will update again after a week or so. I should add that he doesn't have any diagnosed issues but as his mom I feel that he is a little high strung at times, has major meltdowns at the drop of a hat and has trouble focusing on task at school and at home.
Oh and.... I never write reviews, I read them a lot to help when making purchases but I haven't ever felt the need to actually give my honest opinion on a product.... until now.
I usually buy the Lil Critter vitamin gummies for my kids because I want to make sure that they taste good so they actually take their vitamins. My 2 yr old won't eat the Lil Critters but my 5 & 9 yr old do. So I bought these and I have to fight with my 2 year old that they aren't candy. I always taste everything I give my kids and these are the best tasting gummy vitamins out there! They aren't as chewy as typical gummies, they are a little soft making it perfect for my 2 year old. She is 24 months exactly and started buying them for her at 20 months old. If this review was helpful to you, please take a second to press the “Helpful" button below. Thank you.
My three year old has had chronic constipation problems due to too much dairy. We tried everything and finally, I decided to try getting her on a regular fiber inclusive vitamin. After two weeks and no dietary changes, my daughter now poops daily and has absolutely no problem with holding it in or having it be tough. I know, TMI... but as a worried Mom- I was willing to try everything, and this was the only solution that actually worked.
I can't recommend these vitamins highly enough... they are wonderful and my kid loves them too, so I guess it's a win win!
I don't usually do reviews, but I have had such great results from these supplements with my son, I felt like I had to. My 7 year old son has had chronic constipation off and on for the past few years. I hate to give him chemical products (like miralax) on a regular basis. I started these a few weeks ago and he is a different kid. I have heard that constipation causes fatigue and exhaustion (due to build up of toxins). Since taking these, he is having a poop daily and has so much more energy (don't know if that is the vitamin b in there too). He is a new kid, making healthier eating choices and all and all, so much better. So happy with his results, I may try the adult version. The only disadvantage is that he has to take 4 per day and his sister is taking 2, so we go through them pretty fast, but it is still worth it in my opinion.
The product has exactly what I wanted for my daughter and with fiber to help with her chronic constipation I felt it was a win win. Just about 2 weeks in, one week on the full dose and she is going more. HUGE accomplishment. The thing is I have to FIGHT her, beg her and chase her around to take them. With consuming 4 this is a part time job. We continue with hopes she will "get with the program". I just wish it was not 4 and that she enjoyed the taste. If it was those two things different I would not have hesitated to give these 5 stars, oh, and to get it at Costco!
Update: On it about 2 months now and completely off any laxatives thanks to this and Culturelle probiotics. We do 2 of these in the AM, 2 more in the PM. She gets 1 culturelle in the AM/PM. This has been life changing for us. So thankful for this product!
Feature Product
- This chewable vitamin contains 13 essential nutrients including fiber for digestive health, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin D3 for bone and immune health*, high-potency B12 (methylcobalamin) for energy production*
- Omega-3 EPA & DHA (essential fatty acids) sustainably sourced from wild-caught small fish
- Includes prebiotic fiber from inulin/chicory root to support digestive health, balanced microflora and immunity*
- Non-GMO. Free of milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nut allergens, fish allergens, shellfish, soy, gluten, and wheat. No synthetic colors, artificial flavors, or artificial sweeteners. 3RD PARTY LAB TESTED.
- Manufactured in California from domestic and imported ingredients
Description
SmartyPants Kids Complete and Fiber is a premium, multifunctional supplement that delivers omega-3s from fish oil, prebiotic fiber for digestion and essential nutrients including vitamin D3 for bones, vitamin B12 for energy and folate as methylfolate –all in one delicious gummy.*
I use this for my 7 yr old girl because It includes omega 3 fish oil and fiber. However you need take 4 gummies per day and the gummy is a little hard. My 4 yr old doesn’t like it much. Sugar level is 2 gram per 4 gummies is positive.
My 4 yes old takes olly kids multi-probiotic 2 gummies/day. It doesn’t have fiber or omega 3, however, the probiotic really help her bowel movement!
I have 2 yr old taking zarbees simply because it has 3 mg iron per gummy. His iron level is low. Other two vitamin don’t have iron unfortunately.
My son is an extremely picky eater but he loves these and will actually ask for them. I love that it has soluble fiber (inulin) and the fishy taste isn't so strong. We have tried many many other brands and this is the only one he will take. They are expensive, yes...but we will continue to buy as long as they don't change their formula.
Some things to note:
- 3 flavors: orange, lemon, strawberry-banana
- gummies are for 3 year olds and up
- 4 gummies per serving (my son takes 2 in the morning, 2 in the afternoon)
- they are chewy and sticks to your fingers
- can be taken with or without food
- the gummies often get stuck together in the bottle and you have to hit the side of the bottle to get the gummies out, a little annoying but not a big deal. this doesn't mean the gummies have turned bad or anything - just a natural occurrence with any kind of gummy vitamins (unless they are completely melted). if shaking/hitting the bottle doesn't work, use a fork to stir the gummies around.
I like that this vitamin it's fairly complete in that they get Omega 3 and a bit of fiber without being coated with sugar like their other versions. What I dislike is the texture and grittiness which is rather unpleasant and unexpected. Also the gummies are excessively sweet and come in a similar texture to Dots candy rather than an actual gummy and have a tendency to clump together in the bottle over time. Not a huge deal breaker, but pretty annoying. Might just be me, but the amount of pieces your child has to eat I find is ridiculous (4) given that I have yet to find another brand that has all the elements I've found in these I have not switched, but once I do, I'll probably drop these. They are fine for what you need. I just wish they could make them better.
Chalk full of almost literally everything you want your kids to have. My 2.5 yo reakky loves em at first, but eats them a little more slower now. (This is bc shes also been introduced to regular welchs gummies and prefers those, her 'fruit snack bag'', but will still happily take these, for now. Shes only not esten them once or twice, but thats when i let her walk around with them and she gets distracted. If your childs used to some of the ingredients though (added fiber?) Expect some extra poopy pull-ups for a wwek or so until they adjust. Expensive but good things are I guess. Bought her first bottle on a flash sale ($16) and decided they were still worth it. They smell really good too. Get sticky kinda quicky quickly from moisture
If your child is anything like mine, then getting them to eat nutritiousness food is like asking them to violate their inner core beliefs to all that is life. While these are not a complete replacement for that problem, they provide some good needed nutrition and my son loves the way they taste. So while we will continue our daily war of eating good food, these make us feel a little better as parents.
We like these ones better than than the slightly cheaper version of these with sugar coating on them.
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