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    Pediatric GI latest research publications (relevant to parents)

    Vitamin D and IBD therapy. Does it matter? A new 2026 study in Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition looked at children with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis receiving anti-TNF medications (like infliximab and adalimumab). What the researchers found: 77% of children were...
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    Pediatric GI latest research publications (relevant to parents)

    Does baby‐led weaning help against picky eating? A 2026 study in Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition found that children who followed strict baby-led weaning had a 95% lower likelihood of picky eating between ages 2–5 compared to children who were traditionally spoon-fed. Why we...
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    Pediatric GI latest research publications (relevant to parents)

    Improving IBD or IBS symptoms with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and biofeedback. A new 2026 randomized controlled trial in The Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition found that adolescents with chronic GI conditions—especially IBD—experience meaningful improvements in...
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    Pediatric GI latest research publications (relevant to parents)

    Is fatigue in pediatric IBD is only about gut inflammation? 
Fatigue often persists even when the disease is “under control.” A 2025 study in Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition found that nearly 1 in 3 children with IBD experience severe fatigue, even during clinical remission ...
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    Pediatric GI latest research publications (relevant to parents)

    Does constipation go away after stopping gluten in newly diagnosed celiac disease pediatric patients? A 2025 study in Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition followed 248 children with celiac disease who initially presented with constipation. The findings were striking: • Only 32%...
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    Educational videos made for families with children newly diagnosed with EOE

    In English https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaG50ui9zfjt3kWVVhZgKqHWBSZurVw3q In Spanish, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaG50ui9zfjspVx4mILVQsUAu5r7Sqt1A Provided by Children’s National Hospital.
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    Cyproheptadine, also known as Periactin usage in teenagers for nausea/appetite issues/abdominal pain

    This medication is very widely used in the world of pediatric GI for morning nausea or otherwise, poor appetite and functional abdominal pain. It can be a great tool in DGBI. Did your doctor recommend it? what was your experience?
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    ESPGHAN/NASPGHAN guidelines for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome and functional abdominal pain‐not otherwise specified in children aged 4–18 year

    There are the 2025 guidelines for IBD - DGBIs A big take away is hypnotherapy! The Guideline Development Group (GDG) notes that a crucial emphasis should be placed on education regarding the abdominal pain-related disorders of gut–brain interaction (AP-DGBI) diagnosis during initial...
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    Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)

    Parents...Is your teenager having episodes of unexplained vomiting?In states like California, Washington, and Colorado where cannabis is widely available, one possible cause is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). This is why we need to talk to our children about risks of vaping and edibles...
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    gastroparesis / delayed gastric emptying

    It is common for children to get self limited post viral delayed gastric emptying and it usually goes away. Share your experiences with this diagnosis here!
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    Gallstones in pancreatitis in children

    Was your child diagnosed with pancreatitis and gallstones? Specially for teenagers, the recommendation, more often than not is to get cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal). Share your experiences with us here.
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    Poor Sleep = Worse Tummy Aches

    Did you know that poor sleep can make abdominal pain worse in kids? Whether your child has IBS, IBD, or frequent unexplained belly aches, sleep might be part of the puzzle. So how can we improve sleep and possibly ease those tummy troubles? Start here: • Get at least 60 minutes of physical...
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    What blender to buy for tube feeding blended meals

    We just read an amazing post by Claire Kariya, RD, CNSC on “The Best Blenders for Tube Feeding Blended Diets – Any Budget!” and wanted to bring the conversation to you. Whether you're blending every meal or just supplementing your tube-fed child's nutrition, a reliable blender can make all the...
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    Rumination disorder

    Rumination disorder is most of the time diagnosed by a pediatric gastroenterologist. Sometimes endoscopy is done but not always. Diagnosis is outlined by Rome IV as follows, B4. RUMINATION SYNDROME Diagnostic criteria* Must include all of the following: Persistent or...
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