Why is my child getting sick so often?
Does you child seem to be sick all the time? When should you be worried about their immune system? What are the first steps to figuring it all out?
Mar 06, 2019•2 min
The Doc Smitty Podcast
The Doc Smitty Podcast-A deep look at common pediatric and parenting problems and what you can do about them.
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Episodes
Mini-season 1-Ears: Does my child need tubes for their ear infections?
How many ear infections is too many? When should we move forward with tubes?
Feb 27, 2019•1 min
Mini-season 1-Ears: What's the best antibiotic for ear infections?
When it's time to start antibiotics for your child's ear infection, which is the best one?
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
Mini-season 1-Ears: Who needs antibiotics for ear infections?
Do all children with ear infections need antibiotics? Not necessarily. Here's who can be watched and who needs to be treated.
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
Mini-season 1-Ears: Does redness mean my child's ear is infected?
Does your child really need antibiotics if the ears are just a "little bit red?" Here's some questions you can ask to make sure.
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
Mini-season 1-Ears: What causes ear infections?
Do you need to worry about water in their ear? Wind? Do ear infections run in families? These and other questions answered.
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
Mini-season 1-Ears: When should I bring my child in for an ear check?
It can be really hard to know when you should get your child's ears checked for infection...here are 5 tips.
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
How do I keep my child from getting the flu?
I heard a report that flu might be around until May. How do you keep your child from getting it?
Feb 27, 2019•2 min
When should my child take a pill? How can they practice?
What are the factors you should consider? How can you help them practice before the big day? This and other pill swallowing questions answered.
Feb 20, 2019•1 min
How should I decide what medication dose to give my baby for fever?
I'm pretty flexible about how your treat your baby's fever...but there's one decision I think is pretty easy...
Feb 13, 2019•1 min
If it's not the heart, what could it be?
In the previous episode, I discussed some of the factors that suggest your child's chest pain could be coming from their heart. But if it's not coming from the heart, here are 5 other possible causes.
Feb 06, 2019•1 min
Chest pain-Is it your child's heart?
Chest pain in kids is often caused by other problems than your child's heart. But it can be difficult to tell and very concerning when your child complains of pain. Today's episode will describe some of the common symptoms that might suggest your child's chest pain is coming from their heart.
Jan 30, 2019•52 sec
What type of thermometer should I buy?
What type of thermometer should we have at the house? Digital? Pacifier? Strip? Connected bluetooth? For more information: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/7-types-of-thermometers-and-to-what-degree-you-should-trust-them/
Aug 29, 2018•3 min
Should I use teething gels?
Should I use teething gels for my baby? What problems can arise by using them? What should I do for my baby when they are teething?
Aug 29, 2018•2 min
Is my unvaccinated family putting my child at risk?
How do you know if your child is at risk? What are the things that you need to think about? How dangerous is it? For more information read: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/is-my-unvaccinated-family-putting-my-child-at-risk/
Aug 29, 2018•3 min
Newborn-How can I tell if my baby is hungry?
What cues can I use to tell if my baby is hungry? Is it too late when the baby is crying?
Aug 15, 2018•4 min
Does my 1 year old need whole milk?
Do they need milk at all? Can they be on 2%?
Aug 06, 2018•1 min
Is Miralax safe to give my child?
Have you heard that it has anti-freeze in it? Does it cause harm? Are there other options?
Aug 02, 2018•2 min
Newborn-What temperature should the room be?
What temperature should the house be when you bring your baby home from the hospital? How should I dress them? What about blankets?
Jul 30, 2018•1 min
Should my child be on a probiotic?
Are probiotics effective? Safe? What conditions do they help for? Should my child take one every day?
Jul 27, 2018•2 min
When should my child be seen for a nosebleed?
When should my child be seen for a nosebleed? How do I get it to stop? How many is too many?
Jul 25, 2018•1 min
Can my child swim with an ear infection?
How long should they stay out of the pool? Do they need to wear ear plugs?
Jul 19, 2018•1 min
Can my child take melatonin for sleep?
Is it safe? Does it work?
Jul 17, 2018•2 min
Does my child need a multi-vitamin?
Do they need to take one? Which kind is the best?
Jul 16, 2018•52 sec
When is constipation something I should be worried about?
When is constipation more dangerous? When should a workup be done?
Jul 12, 2018•2 min
Does my child need toddler formula?
Is it important for their growth? Brain development? Is it recommended? More information here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/3-reasons-why-this-pediatrician-doesnt-recommend-toddler-formula/
Jun 12, 2018•2 min
Should I alternate Tylenol and Motrin?
Many doctors will recommend Tylenol and Motrin alternating for children with fever but I don't routinely, here's why: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/4-reasons-why-this-pediatrician-doesnt-alternate-tylenol-and-motrin-for-his-kids/
Jun 07, 2018•2 min
What's the best cough medicine?
What is the best cough medicine to buy for my child? Do they work? Are they safe?
Jun 05, 2018•1 min
Is it swimmer's ear or an ear infection?
What's the difference? How can you tell? How do we treat each one?
Jun 03, 2018•1 min
Do amber teething necklaces work?
Do they work? Are they a choking hazard? Are they a strangulation hazard? More information here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/do-amber-necklaces-work/
May 29, 2018•3 min
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