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Why do we hiccup, and what’s actually happening inside our bodies when they strike?
In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie unpacks the strange reflex that makes us hic! at the worst possible moments: from babies hiccupping before they’re even born to what frogs and tadpoles have to do with it. Find out why hiccups happen, how long they can last, and whether any of the so-called “cures” really work.
Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know you needed.
Do you have a science question you're dying to know the answer to? Email us at [email protected]
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Watch this episode on YouTube.
Why do we hiccup, and what’s actually happening inside our bodies when they strike?
In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie unpacks the strange reflex that makes us hic! at the worst possible moments: from babies hiccupping before they’re even born to what frogs and tadpoles have to do with it. Find out why hiccups happen, how long they can last, and whether any of the so-called “cures” really work.
Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know you needed.
Do you have a science question you're dying to know the answer to? Email us at [email protected]

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