The Doc Smitty Podcast

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

Fussy babies

When should you be worried about your baby’s fussiness? How much fussing is too much? Is it reflux? Milk protein allergy?

03-24
04:54

Constipation

What defines constipation? When should you be worried? How can you treat it?

03-03
03:31

Teen social media use

When should you child get a phone? Social media? These questions and more answered.

02-10
03:34

Growth charts

What causes more fear in parents for something that is meant to be a tool? Here’s some info that should help.

01-13
04:48

Teething

When should teeth erupt? What symptoms should I expect? How can I treat them? When should I be worried if a tooth hasn’t come out yet?

01-06
03:56

New look, new style

Sorry for the break. Trying something new and different! Let me know what you think. @thedocsmitty

01-06
00:48

What can I give my baby for cough?

Is there a cough medicine out there that works?

10-15
01:06

Is it too early for my baby to be teething?

What if they are born with teeth? What do you do?

10-09
01:12

When should I get rid of my baby’s bottle?

When should I start to think about it? When should it be completely gone? How do I do it?

10-02
01:00

When should I get rid of my baby’s pacifier?

What harm can it do? How late is too late? How should o do it?

09-17
01:37

Is the HPV vaccine just for girls?

Why are we recommending that boys get the HPV vaccine? Is it just for boys or for boys and girls?

09-12
01:50

Is my child having difficulty breathing?

How can I tell if my child is having trouble breathing? Is it different for babies?

09-09
02:12

When should my child see an allergist?

Is it different for food allergies versus environmental allergies? What can they do that a general pediatrician can’t?

09-03
02:26

What’s with all the formulas?

What’s with all the formulas? Do I need the pro or the regular? DHA? Probiotics? Prebiotics? Lactose free? Soy? There are so many varieties of formula out there it can be overwhelming for a parent to choose. But, you don't have to let it be hard.

08-27
01:10

When do premature babies catch up?

When do they catch up for growth? Development?

08-15
01:26

How do I treat constipation?

What dietary changes should I make? Does a probiotic help? What about Miralax?

08-07
01:20

What is constipation?

Parents use the term constipation in many different ways but what is constipation? How does what defines constipation change over time?

07-31
01:22

Mini Season 2: Fever - Should I alternate medicines for fever?

Should I alternate between Tylenol and Motrin for fever? Why or why not?

05-01
01:03

Mini Season 2: Fever - Should I be worried about febrile seizures?

What about febrile seizures? Won't one happen if I don't treat my child's fever?

05-01
01:09

Mini Season 2: Fever - What should I have my child seen for fever?

What other factors should you consider when determining if your child needs to be seen for fever?

05-01
00:32

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