Liver Transplantation
About 400–500 liver transplants (5%–8% of total liver transplants) are performed in children. Learn why a child might need a liver transplant,…
Sleep in GI
Are sleep problems and gastrointestinal problems related? Rest is important to help our bodies work properly. Too little sleep can make our…
Treatment of Eosinophilic Esophagitis Video
Watch our new video on the Treatment of EoE This video presents information about the current treatment options for Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE).…
Magnet Ingestions
Learn what to do if your child has swallowed a High-Powered magnet, and how to prevent ingestions here.
Visit our Updated IBD Resources Page
We are excited to announce the launch of our new and improved Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) information on the GIKids.org website! This…
FODMAP Diet
A FODMAP diet is a multi-step nutrition planning and learning process that can help people diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Learn what…
Comparable Formula Information for Infants and Children Affected by Recall
The FDA announced on February 17, 2022, that they are investigating an outbreak of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport infections in 4…
Webinar for Patients, Families and Caregivers
Practical Tips in the Nutritional Management of Children with Cholestatic Liver Disorders A Webinar for Patients, Families and Caregivers December 8, 2021…
Pancreatitis
Two new topical sheets are available for you – acute and chronic pancreatitis. Learn the signs, symptoms and treatments of both acute…
Sitz marker study
A Sitz marker study is a test for chronic constipation in adults and children at least two years of age. Learn why…
Gastrostomy Tubes
Who needs a gastrostomy tube? Some children have medical problems that make it difficult for them to take in enough nutrition by…
Introducing Peanuts
Our newest GI Kids topic, Introducing Peanuts, discusses the risk factors for a peanut allergy, the timing for introduction of peanuts and…
