Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps
Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps  
Podcast: The Pediatrician Next Door - Simple Advice on Parenting and Family Health
Published On: Wed Jan 28 2026
Description: Your child’s stomach hurts every day. You’ve tried diet changes. You’ve done the tests. Everything comes back normal—and the pain is still there!  Discover the new science of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction; why food gets blamed when it isn’t the cause, and how the nervous system can cause digestive symptoms. Hear about the surprising treatment that helps many kids feel better.  If you’ve ever felt stuck, dismissed, or desperate for answers about your child’s stomach pain, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a new way forward.      Find Dr. Ali Navidi at GIPsychology.com    Shop for Begin Health Growing Up Prebiotics with 25% off first subscription. Use code DOCTORWENDY25   Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here.  Find products from the show on the shop page.   *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases.    More from The Pediatrician Next Door:    Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast  Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door  Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75  TikTok: @drwendyhunter  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices