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Tummy Troubles After Milk? The Real Reason Behind Toddler Fussiness

It’s 2 a.m. again. Your toddler wakes up crying, pulling their knees to their chest, or patting their tummy. You whisper, “What’s wrong, sweetheart? I just gave you milk before bed.”

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many moms experience the same nightly battle instead of peaceful sleep, milk time ends with bloating, fussiness, or gas. And the truth is: it’s not always about how much milk your toddler drinks, but what kind of milk proteins their little tummy is trying to digest.

 

💡 Why Some Milks Don’t Sit Well with Toddler Tummies

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Not all milk proteins are the same. Some are harder for toddlers’ developing digestive systems to break down, leading to bloating, constipation, or gassiness — especially at night when their metabolism slows down.
A formula with easily digestible proteins helps their tiny tummies work more comfortably, so they wake up smiling instead of crying.

2. Still-Growing Digestive Systems
Toddlers’ stomachs are still developing. Casein-heavy milk formulas can form thick curds in the stomach, slowing gastric emptying. This can mean your toddler feels “heavy,” bloated, or gassy after drinking milk (Frontiers in Nutrition, 2024).
A gentle, easy-to-digest formula helps ensure smoother digestion — and more restful nights for everyone.

3. Hidden Sugars Can Make It Worse
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Some toddler milks add sucrose or flavors to make them taste sweeter. But sugar can ferment in the gut, making gas and bloating worse and it may set up a preference for sweets later in life (Vos et al., 2020).
Choosing a natural-tasting formula supports both tummy comfort and healthier taste habits for life.

 

The Gentle Strength of Friso® Gold 3

Formulated for children aged 1 to 3 years old, Friso® Gold 3 combines the goodness of natural milk nutrients with science-backed digestibility — so your child can grow strong from the inside out.

What Makes Friso® Gold 3 Different

🌾 Gentle Nutrition, Easy to Digest
Formulated with nutrients that are easy on little tummies — helping reduce gas, constipation, and fussiness for calmer days and nights.

🧠 Brain & Learning Support
With DHA, AA, and Omega 3 & 6 to fuel healthy brain, vision, and cognitive development, so your little one can explore and learn with confidence.

🦴 Strong Growth Foundation
Calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals support healthy bone, muscle, and body growth — helping your child stay active and strong.

🌼 Tummy Health & Immunity
GOS, Nucleotides, and Bifido Lactis nurture good gut bacteria and strengthen natural defenses, building a strong immune system from within.

 

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Motherhood is already full of challenges — feeding shouldn’t be one of them.

Give your little one gentle, nourishing milk that’s easy to digest and helps them grow strong inside. 💛

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References:

  • Sun, S., et al. (2023). A2 β-casein milk and gastrointestinal comfort in toddlers. Nutrients, 15(6), 1313.
  • Zhou, L., et al. (2020). Effects of A2 β-casein on digestion and gastrointestinal symptoms. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr, 71(4), 505–512.
  • Frontiers in Nutrition. (2024). Casein vs. whey protein digestion in infant and toddler formulas.
  • Vos, M. B., et al. (2020). Added sugars and children’s health. Circulation, 141(21), e637–e659.
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