Give your belly a break. You can help your stomach recover from a bellyache by going on just liquids for the rest of the day, says Dr. Brotman. Stick to clear liquids, such as chicken broth, flat ginger ale, and water, and avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages.

Loosen up. If you have a bloated, sore belly, make yourself more comfortable by wearing loose clothing. Loosen your belt. If you're wearing a tight shirt or pants, change into trousers, sweats, or pajama bottoms that have a bigger waistband, until your stomach settles down.

Warm your tummy. Turn a heating pad on low and place it on your abdomen until the pain subsides, Warmth on the abdomen offers some comfort. If the pain continues for several hours and is new to you, notify your doctor.

Take time out. Soothe a sore stomach with rest. Put up your feet. Relax.Close your eyes, Find in your memory a place you've been to. A place of beauty, maybe a lake or a campground or a beach. Go back to that spot in your mind. Sit on a rock. Listen to the natural sounds. Breathe naturally.