The Cleanout Worked. So Why Are We Doing Another One?

The Cleanout Worked. So Why Are We Doing Another One?by: Nicole LiammariPublished on: 24/08/2026

Why do children need repeated constipation cleanouts? Learn the difference between clearing a stool backup and addressing what keeps leading a child back to constipation.

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The Cleanout Worked. So Why Are We Doing Another One?

When Management Becomes the Goal

When Management Becomes the Goalby: Nicole LiammariPublished on: 16/08/2026

A real childhood constipation story showing the difference between managing symptoms and helping a child work toward independent bowel function.

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When Management Becomes the Goal

The Magic Starts at Home | Nicole's Note #5

The Magic Starts at Home | Nicole's Note #5by: Nicole LiammariPublished on: 06/08/2026

A real conversation with a parent reveals why lasting health isn't built in appointments—it's built through the everyday moments that happen at home.

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The Magic Starts at Home | Nicole's Note #5

We've Started Calling Too Many Things "Normal." | Nicole'e Note #4

We've Started Calling Too Many Things "Normal." | Nicole'e Note #4by: Nicole LiammariPublished on: 25/07/2026

Just because more children are struggling doesn't mean we should stop asking why they're struggling in the first place. In fact, I think it should make us even more curious. Let's dig in.

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We've Started Calling Too Many Things "Normal." | Nicole'e Note #4