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Jennifer Rackley

Jennifer Rackley, Health Guide

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Nutritionist & Caregiver

Can Reflux Cause Weight Loss in Children?

As most of you know my oldest daughter Melina had acid reflux as an infant and outgrew it. Most of my recent blogs have been about our youngest refluxer Ella and her journey with this painful disease. Unfortunately Ella's twin sister Ava has also started to have some symptoms of reflux and her physician recently placed her on medication as... Read moreChevron
Jennifer Rackley

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Nutritionist & Caregiver

"Trial and Error" Frustrating for Parents Caring for Infants with Acid Reflux

One of the hardest concepts to deal with when you have an infant dealing with acid reflux is that there is no "one size fits all" treatment. With the wealth of acid reflux medications and formulas on the market it can be a daunting task to find the right combination for your child. Many parents have expressed to me that it took a significant... Read moreChevron
posted 02/16/2011, comments (0)|
Jan Gambino

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Reflux Mom and Author of Reflux 101

Reflux Mom's Guide to Books for your Picky Eater

  Children learn so much from reading books. From toilet training to dealing with a bully, it seems like every topic is covered. A toddler or child with Gastroesophageal Reflux may need extra encouragement to try new foods and expand her diet. She may associate eating with discomfort, a bad taste in her mouth and pain. Even when treatments... Read moreChevron
posted 12/09/2010, comments (0)|
Jan Gambino

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Reflux Mom and Author of Reflux 101

GI Conference Update

    I spent the last few days at the NASPGHAN Conference learning the latest information about Gastroesophageal Reflux and related conditions. I should explain that NASPGHAN stands for the North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. However, it is easier for me to say,... Read moreChevron
Stephanie

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Adult w/reflux, 3 kids w/reflux, Pediatric Physical Therapist

I Want Candy!!

There is often talk about candy and reflux. Should my child with reflux be allowed to excessively eat candy on Halloween? Should I eat the leftover candy? Will something cause my reflux to flare? Is it worth it?   For most of us indulging in too much of any food will bring a bout of indigestion. It may cause increased reflux and/or gas.... Read moreChevron
posted 10/29/2010, comments (0)|

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