The Doc Smitty Podcast

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The Doc Smitty Podcast-A deep look at common pediatric and parenting problems and what you can do about them.

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What are the dark spots behind my child's neck?

What are the dark spots behind my child's neck? What do they mean? Are they something I should be worried about? What can I do for them?

May 25, 2018•1 min

When can my baby have a pillow?

When can my baby have a blanket? Pillow? Lovey?

May 24, 2018•1 min

Does my baby need extra water?

Do babies need extra water when it starts to get hot? When can they start to drink water? More information here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/the-deadly--reason-you-should-never-give-your-baby-extra-water/

May 21, 2018•1 min

Is playing with slime safe?

Is it safe for my child to play with slime? What about making it? What should I be concerned about?

May 18, 2018•2 min

Will you test my child for allergies?

Can we run the blood test for allergies? Yes, but is it a good idea? Will it get us the information we need?

May 17, 2018•2 min

How do I prevent ear infections?

Ear infections are one of the most common problems in pediatrics but is there something you can do to prevent them? More information about ear infections here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/7-ear-infection-myths-every-parent-should-know/

May 15, 2018•2 min

Should I be worried about dry or secondary drowning?

What is it? Is it real? Should I be worried?

May 14, 2018•3 min

Can a parent fix their child's nursemaid's elbow?

What is a nursemaid's elbow? Can a parent fix it by themselves?

May 14, 2018•1 min

What's the best sunscreen for sensitive skin?

What kind of sunscreen is best for children with sensitive skin? How should we make sure that it won't make their skin worse? Here are some great general tips about sunscreen: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/6-sunscreen-tips-every-parent-should-know/

May 14, 2018•1 min

What symptoms are truly associated with teething?

What symptoms can we blame on teething? Fever? Rash? Diarrhea? For more information: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/4-teething-myths-every-parent-should-know/

May 08, 2018•1 min

When should my child be seen for cough?

When should my child be seen for cough? Does it matter if they have asthma? How long is too long? Read more here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/4-signs-to-see-a-doctor-about-your-childs-cough/

May 03, 2018•2 min

How many ear infections before tubes?

Is there a certain number? Does the age of the child matter? Read more here: https://www.checkupnewsroom.com/7-ear-infection-myths-every-parent-should-know

May 03, 2018•3 min

How do we get rid of molluscum?

Is there something topical? What about just removing them? Can the dermatologist help?

May 02, 2018•1 min

What level of fever requires a trip to the ER?

Is it 103 or 105? For what temperature should we take out child to the ER?

Apr 25, 2018•2 min

Is my child's picky eating normal?

When is your child’s picky eating more than just picking? When should you ask for help?

Apr 24, 2018•2 min

Why do kids get more ear infections?

What makes kids get more ear infections than adults? Why does my kids get so many?

Apr 21, 2018•1 min

Can my baby get strep throat?

Can babies get strep throat? Should I be worried if their older sibling has it?

Apr 21, 2018•58 sec

When should I be worried if my child falls?

When shoukd you be worried if your childs falls? When shoukd you be concerned about a broke arm or leg? What about head injuries?

Apr 18, 2018•2 min

Should my day care be asking my 9 mo old to give up their morning nap?

Should a day car ask mom to have her baby give up their morning nap?

Apr 17, 2018•1 min

How long is too long for a runny nose?

Runny noses are very common in kids. What are the causes and how long is too long?

Apr 13, 2018•1 min

My Baby's Goopy Eyes

On today’s most interesting question, I answer a question about babies and why their eyes get goopy.

Apr 11, 2018•2 min

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