
Welcome to
Intestinal Rehab
&
Transplant Unwrapped Kids!
For Parents
This website contains videos, downloadable activity books, and coloring pages, links to online activities, and learning material for kids with short bowel syndrome, intestinal failure, those going through intestinal rehabilitation, and/or those going through intestinal and multivisceral transplantation.
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On our main site, TransplantUnwrapped.org, you can find in-depth information on these topics for your use, including clinician interviews, handbooks, and other helpful handouts and downloads. We also hold monthly webinars and virtual support groups. You can also visit our Parent Resource Center on this site for helpful downloads.
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Please be aware our websites are not intended to be used as medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for a health professional's advice. Intestinal Rehab & Transplant Unwrapped does not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information presented. Please refer to your child's transplant team for specific medical advice or recommendations.
Watch our social media accounts for posts about our community events and support!

Check out the newest section on our main website:
Neonatal IF (Intestinal Failure) and Early Diagnosis.
Under this section, you will find vital information about the important issues involved in Neonatal IF. Topics such as Early Hospital Course Complications, Growth and Nutrition, and Ostomy are presented as easy-to-understand FAQs. Also included are links to resources for parents and caregivers.
We are proud to have partnered with the following clinicians on this addition:
Katie Huff, MD, MS
Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics
Division of Neonatology, Perinatal Institute
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
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Sujir Pritha Nayak, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Department of Pediatrics/Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Thank you both for your efforts!!
Hello November!
We hope you are entering November cozy and warm!
Here is what this month brings at IRTxU:
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Wednesday, Nov. 12, 4pm PDT, 7pm EDT - IRTxU Virtual Caregivers Support Group
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Thursday, November 13 at 1 pm ET, 10 am PT
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Webinar: French Fries, Ice Cream and Finding Balance: What Nourishment Really Means by Kristen Lorenz, RD, LDN
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Wednesday, Nov. 26, 4pm PDT, 7pm EDT_ Virtual Support Group -
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Register for our upcoming Webinar on
Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1 pm ET/ 12 pm CT/ 10 am PT
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French Fries, Ice Cream and Finding Balance: What Nourishment Really Means
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Presented by
Kristen Lorenz, RD, LDN
Kristen Lorenz Nutrition
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Living with #ShortBowelSyndrome?
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We are excited to announce the launch of the #LetsTalkSBS guide. We are a proud contributor to this resource co-developed by SBS patient advocates, medical professionals, and Ironwood.
This guide helps prepare for medical appointments and discuss personal goals with your care provider. You’ll find answers to common questions and simple tips and checklists to help you understand your condition and communicate your needs, fears, and accomplishments.


















