Is this a problem? (toddler ate wrapper)?

Question

My toddler just ate a reeces candy wrapper (the paper)! LOL Poor thing, I caught him stuffing it into his mouth along with the peanut butter cup and he wouldn't let me get it out of his mouth. Then I heard him swallow, and now it's gone...

So will he pass that just fine or should I be worried? I'm guessing since it's just paper that it'll be fine, but I'm not sure. Thanks!

Answer 1

He should be ok.  Give him extra fruit to make sure it passes more easily with the rest of his stool.  One of mine swallowed a penny and lived to tell about it, so I don't think you have anything to worry about.

If he ends up with a tummy ache or something, you can always call his pediatrician for some guidance.  Just hope you don't have to pick through poo to make sure it came out!  Good luck :)

Answer 2

My middle son tries to eat everything too (last week he got a glue stick!), but as long as it's not poisonous, he'll be fine.  Call 1-800-222-1222 (poison control) if you ever have any doubts.