Jimmy and the Tummy Alarm is a beautifully illustrated children's story that helps kids and families understand the mystery of chronic stomach pain in a fun, reassuring way. When Jimmy's tummy suddenly starts to hurt for no clear reason, he discovers that it's really his "tummy alarm" going off, sometimes too loudly, even when nothing is wrong.

With the help of Dr. Calm and a team of colorful "Tummy Alarm Helpers" like Minty Shield, Bug Buddies, Calm Needles, and more, Jimmy learns why his tummy feels upset and how he can calm the alarm down. Through playful characters and simple science, children are introduced to the brain-gut connection and the tools that can help manage functional abdominal pain.

This book offers:

A comforting and relatable story for kids dealing with unexplained tummy aches

Engaging superhero-style characters that explain real treatments such as peppermint oil, probiotics, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and lifestyle changes

A hopeful message that their tummy alarm isn't broken-it just needs help calming down

Guidance for parents to start supportive conversations with their children

Perfect for children ages 6-12, Jimmy and the Tummy Alarm empowers young readers to understand their bodies, feel less alone, and discover that with the right helpers, they can turn the loud "WEE-OOO" into a gentle "beep... beep..."

Read all the books in this Gut-Brain Series for trusted insights and hopeful stories about these often misunderstood conditions.