Stomach Pain

The most common cause for stomach aches in young children are intolerance to certain foods, constipation, emotional upsets and viruses. Stomach pain can suggest more serious ailments but in most cases the stomach ache passes quite quickly. 


What to Do

Give your child plenty of fluids. Avoid fruit juices and dairy products.

If your child is suffering from nausea, has severe pain on one side of the stomach, isn't getting better, continues to suffer from vomiting or diarrhoea contact your doctor.