Not at all Boomba - you get in liquid form, a teaspoon a day and it works wonders. You will notice it after only a few days. (more the point you will notie the difference if you STOP using it for a few days! lol)
There are also some brands of capsules that are quite soft, Charlotte just chews on them and spits out the case (has been doing this since 9 months old and no issues).

Definitly find the COD LIVER OIL, you will need to go to a Health Food store...We use Melrose brand.

This is true Berrme! People are so easily led by advertising hype.