7. Looking Beyond Childhood Tummy Aches: What Your Child’s Gut May Be Trying to Tell You

Have you ever had your child tell you, “Mom… my tummy hurts,” but every test comes back normal?In this episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, we explore the incredible connection between the nervous system and digestion. You’ll learn why recurring tummy aches may be about more than just the stomach, how the brain, brainstem, vagus nerve, and gut microbiome work together, and why stress can have such a profound impact on a child’s digestive health.In This EpisodeWhy recurring tummy aches deserve a deeper conversationThe nervous system’s role in healthy digestionThe brain, brainstem, and vagus nerve explainedUnderstanding the gut-brain connectionThe gut microbiome and why it mattersHow fight-or-flight changes digestionGut motility, constipation, diarrhea, and bloatingLooking beyond symptoms to understand functionWhere neurologically focused chiropractic fitsPractical ways parents can support their child’s nervous system and digestive healthWhether you’re a parent looking for answers or simply curious about the connection between the brain and the gut, this episode will give you a new perspective on how the body was designed to function.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with another parent who may be searching for hope, answers, and a deeper understanding of their child’s health.Sarah BrodmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodmanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033y1SEAGxGcON7qYGDKm6?si=ae1GDyFBQHiNZ7_LXJ8aEg&utm_source=copy-linkApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-adjusted-chiropractor-podcast/id6791552794Resources & Links:PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice