Some children with a stoma have another medical condition which may limit their choices of food (eg, Inflammatory bowel disease). Check with your child’s healthcare team to see which types of food are allowed.
When introducing new foods, try one at a time so you can determine your child’s response.
Some foods can cause odors and excess gas (eg, raw cauliflower). Offer these to your child less often.
If your child has an ileostomy, smaller, more frequent meals are recommended (eg, 5-6 small meals per day).
When a child has a stoma, there may be a variation in the amount of water that is excreted with the stool. You will learn to recognize your child’s usual pattern.
Your child should drink frequently, especially if your child has an ileostomy. Increase water intake when your child has a fever, increased activity or when it is hot outdoors.
Know the signs of dehydration in children:
less frequent urination (wet diapers) /more concentrated (dark yellow) urine
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