Yes, I Just Changed Your Baby’s Diaper.

You may be surprised, but you don’t be surprised why.

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As a hospital-based pediatrician, I’ve heard of colleagues who will not change diapers, and I respect their choice. Gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, and infectious disease specialists get paid to directly confront stool. For pediatricians, it’s optional, if sometimes unavoidable. But for me, a…