3 Herbal Teas for Stomach Aches in Toddlers

Toddlers are very prone to stomach aches. Stress, poor diet, constipation and the occasional "tummy bug" will all cause stomach aches in toddlers. If your toddler experiences a severe, persistent stomach ache, it is best to contact her pediatrician. However, several herbal teas can help to reduce occasional pain from digestive upsets in toddlers.

To make these herbal teas for stomach aches in toddlers, prepare them as the manufacturer recommends. Give one-sixth of the standard adult serving to a toddler between one and three years of age, no more than twice a day. If your toddler is resistant, click here for tips on getting your child to drink herbal tea.

Fennel Tea

Fennel has been used for centuries as a remedy for colic and gas in babies in toddlers. Tummy-troubled toddlers can drink fennel tea to ease a stomach ache caused by gas. Fennel works by breaking gas bubbles into smaller particles, thereby enabling them to pass easily. It is ideal for treating gas caused by lactose intolerance or improper chewing

Although fennel tea is safe for toddles when it is used on occasion, it isn't a good choice for the daily relief of stomach aches in young children. According to the "Journal of Pediatric Surgery", the ongoing use of fennel tea may cause premature breast development in some toddlers.

Ginger Tea

This herbal tea for stomach aches in toddlers is particularly useful when the toddler is also experiencing nausea or vomiting. The smell of ginger alone is often enough to curb digestive problems caused by stress, motion sickness or gastrointestinal infections. Ginger tea may also relieve gas pain.

Ginger is traditionally included in gripe waters for young babies, but some organizations recommend using it only in toddlers over two years of age. As a precaution, consult your child's pediatrician before using ginger tea for toddlers under two.

Chamomile Tea

Chamomile tea works like magic for toddlers who experience stomach aches during times of stress. If your anxious toddler develops digestive troubles when you leave him with a babysitter, introduce him to a companion, or move to a new city, you may want to consider using chamomile to curb the problem. It works by not only soothing digestive spasms, but also calming emotional fears.

While chamomile tea is associated with few side effects for toddlers, you should monitor your child for any signs of an allergic reaction. As a member of the ragweed, chamomile is not uncommon as a potential allergen. Call your pediatrician if your toddler develops rash, hives, wheezing or other allergy symptoms.