At AAP 2026, Justin Wheeler, MD, discussed bowel cleanouts, maintenance therapy, and behavioral strategies for managing constipation in children.

Justin Wheeler, MD, explains how pediatricians can identify constipation across age groups and distinguish overflow incontinence from diarrhea.

Mark R. Corkins, MD, CNSC, FASPEN, AGAF, FAAP, reviews where pediatric probiotic evidence is strongest, why product quality varies, and which children should avoid them.

At AAP 2026, Carmen Tong, DO, discussed evaluating pediatric urinary symptoms and why behavioral strategies often come before medication.

In a Hirschsprung disease mouse model, diet shifted gut microbes and inflammation, with a 3-fold survival difference between standard diets.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary Pediatrics website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

Learn when your baby is ready for solids, choose safe purees or finger foods, prevent choking, prioritize iron, and introduce allergens confidently.

Christina Boull, MD, shares recommendations for infant skin care, including choosing gentle cleansers, avoiding irritants, and supporting the skin barrier.