My Kid Thinks My Prenatal Gummies Are Candy - Help!
Haha, classic! My 3yo tried to swipe my magnesium gummies once. Had to move them to the top shelf. But seriously, keep them out of reach - they look too tempting. Maybe try a different brand with a more 'vitamin-y' taste? My wife uses the ones with a slight sour coating, less candy-like.
Oh man, my husband did the same thing - ate a handful thinking they were fruit snacks. He was fine, but I nearly had a heart attack. We now have a strict rule: gummies live in my bathroom cabinet, not the kitchen. And I set a daily alarm so I don't forget to take them. But I get the struggle, they're basically candy.
In my day, we took chalky horse pills, not gummies. But I get it. My granddaughter refused them because 'the texture is weird.' She's picky. Maybe try cutting them in half? Or hide them in yogurt? Just make sure they know they're not candy. I'd also check with your doc about safe storage.
Good point, TeaTina. Actually, some brands have a chewable tablet option that's less sweet. But if you're set on gummies, maybe get a lockable container? Or just keep them in your purse. My wife keeps hers in her work bag - no kid can reach that!