Course Overview
Teacher
Dr Paul Smolen, also known as Doc Smo by his friends, is a pediatrician with 33 years of experience caring for children and families. He is a graduate of Duke University (1974), Rutgers Medical School (1978), and Wake Forest University-N.C. Baptist... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 35 min
- Lessons 14
- Attachments 13
- Exercises 82
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53 CQ
14 Lessons in This Course
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9 minFirst Aid lesson 15 CQ
In this newborn care lesson, understand why it's important to wake a sleeping baby for feedings, and what warning signs to look for that can indicate trouble.
with Doc SmoIn this newborn care lesson, understand why it's important to wake a sleeping baby for feedings, and what warning signs to look for that can indicate trouble.
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5 minFirst Aid lesson 23 CQ
In this infant care lesson with experienced pediatrician Dr. Smolen, learn tips and tricks to keep your child from developing a nasty diaper rash.
with Doc SmoIn this infant care lesson with experienced pediatrician Dr. Smolen, learn tips and tricks to keep your child from developing a nasty diaper rash.
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7 minParenting lesson 34 CQ
Can you spoil your newborn baby? Pediatrician Dr. Smolen provides sensible advice for new parents about attachment, trust, and developing balanced attention.
with Doc SmoCan you spoil your newborn baby? Pediatrician Dr. Smolen provides sensible advice for new parents about attachment, trust, and developing balanced attention.
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9 minInfant Care lesson 45 CQ
Pediatrician Dr. Smolen provides sage advice and tips for taking your newborn outside and, more importantly, exposing him or her to dangers in public places.
with Doc SmoPediatrician Dr. Smolen provides sage advice and tips for taking your newborn outside and, more importantly, exposing him or her to dangers in public places.
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5 minParenting lesson 53 CQ
Understand what affects the shape of your newborn's head, including tips for position while resting and how to do tummy time to develop a symmetrical skull.
with Doc SmoUnderstand what affects the shape of your newborn's head, including tips for position while resting and how to do tummy time to develop a symmetrical skull.
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6 minFirst Aid lesson 64 CQ
Newborn jaundice is a common condition many new parents face. Follow the advice of pediatrician Doc Smo to learn what causes jaundice and how to treat it.
with Doc SmoNewborn jaundice is a common condition many new parents face. Follow the advice of pediatrician Doc Smo to learn what causes jaundice and how to treat it.
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8 minParenting lesson 75 CQ
Experienced pediatrician Dr. Smolen explains how new parents can prevent crib death by following simple guidelines to provide a safe sleep environment.
with Doc SmoExperienced pediatrician Dr. Smolen explains how new parents can prevent crib death by following simple guidelines to provide a safe sleep environment.
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5 minParenting lesson 83 CQ
Although a nuisance to clean, spit up is a natural part of your baby's everyday process. Learn why in this infant care lesson with Doc Smo.
with Doc SmoAlthough a nuisance to clean, spit up is a natural part of your baby's everyday process. Learn why in this infant care lesson with Doc Smo.
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7 minParenting lesson 94 CQ
With Doc Smo, new parents can learn how their newborn infant controls his or her body temperature, and some parenting do's and don'ts for providing warmth.
with Doc SmoWith Doc Smo, new parents can learn how their newborn infant controls his or her body temperature, and some parenting do's and don'ts for providing warmth.
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5 minParenting lesson 103 CQ
Put down those outdated child care books and take sage advice from pediatrician Doc Smo to learn the best practices for umbilical cord care for your newborn.
with Doc SmoPut down those outdated child care books and take sage advice from pediatrician Doc Smo to learn the best practices for umbilical cord care for your newborn.
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5 minParenting lesson 113 CQ
Pediatrician Doc Smo shares research-based advice for how to use words to stimulate cognitive development and language acquisition in your children
with Doc SmoPediatrician Doc Smo shares research-based advice for how to use words to stimulate cognitive development and language acquisition in your children
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6 minParenting lesson 124 CQ
In this parenting lesson, Doc Smo provides an explanation of why breast milk is the best food for your baby and compares it to infant formula and cow's milk.
with Doc SmoIn this parenting lesson, Doc Smo provides an explanation of why breast milk is the best food for your baby and compares it to infant formula and cow's milk.
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7 minParenting lesson 134 CQ
One of the many things new parents need to learn about is the proper collection and storage of breastmilk for their newborn; gain tips and advice in this lesson
with Doc SmoOne of the many things new parents need to learn about is the proper collection and storage of breastmilk for their newborn; gain tips and advice in this lesson
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4 minFREEFirst Aid lesson 14Free3 CQ
Pediatrician Doc Smo demonstrates how to swaddle a baby, reviews what you should and shouldn't do, and discusses the controversy surrounding swaddling.
with Doc SmoPediatrician Doc Smo demonstrates how to swaddle a baby, reviews what you should and shouldn't do, and discusses the controversy surrounding swaddling.
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726 min7-part Infant Care course16 CQ
In this course with experienced pediatrician Dr. Paul Smolen (or Doc Smo), learn why swaddling and tummy time are good for your baby, and discover how to treat various infant illnesses and conditions.
with Doc SmoIn this course with experienced pediatrician Dr. Paul Smolen (or Doc Smo), learn why swaddling and tummy time are good for your baby, and discover how to treat various infant illnesses and conditions.
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3 minFirst Aid lesson2 CQ
In this lesson with pediatrician Doc Smo, learn how to splint a finger, discover its benefits, and understand when a trip to the hospital is necessary.
with Doc SmoIn this lesson with pediatrician Doc Smo, learn how to splint a finger, discover its benefits, and understand when a trip to the hospital is necessary.
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9119 min9-part Parenting course66 CQ
Whether you're a student looking to get better grades or a parent who wants to motivate their child, this course offers expert techniques to improve any learner's academic performance and self esteem.
with Alan YipWhether you're a student looking to get better grades or a parent who wants to motivate their child, this course offers expert techniques to improve any learner's academic performance and self esteem.
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734 min7-part Parenting course20 CQ
From getting your kids to enjoy a variety of fruits and vegetables, to avoiding artificial sugar, Mandy from Healthy Kids Inc. shares recipes that will nourish your children and keep them happy.
with Healthy Kids IncFrom getting your kids to enjoy a variety of fruits and vegetables, to avoiding artificial sugar, Mandy from Healthy Kids Inc. shares recipes that will nourish your children and keep them happy.
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61 minFREEParenting courseFree20 CQ
In this Curious Conversation, join author Julie Lythcott-Haims as she discusses challenges in parenting, and her book, How to Raise an Adult.
with Julie Lythcott-HaimsIn this Curious Conversation, join author Julie Lythcott-Haims as she discusses challenges in parenting, and her book, How to Raise an Adult.
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831 min8-part Parenting course21 CQ
Coping with divorce is challenge affecting all members of a family. Whether you are divorced or you're planning to divorce, this course offers key strategies that you can use to empower your children.
with Teresa TrowerCoping with divorce is challenge affecting all members of a family. Whether you are divorced or you're planning to divorce, this course offers key strategies that you can use to empower your children.
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733 min7-part Parenting course20 CQ
Feeling overwhelmed as a new father? Assuage your anxieties, and learn how to handle the exciting new challenges of parenthood in this course from marriage and family therapist Julian Redwood.
with Julian Redwood, MFTFeeling overwhelmed as a new father? Assuage your anxieties, and learn how to handle the exciting new challenges of parenthood in this course from marriage and family therapist Julian Redwood.
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1057 min10-part Infant Care course33 CQ
Learn practical and economical tips for raising your little one in an eco-friendly home. Jen Boulden provides tested tips on cloth diapering, DIY baby food, and more -- for a healthy bundle of joy!
with Jen BouldenLearn practical and economical tips for raising your little one in an eco-friendly home. Jen Boulden provides tested tips on cloth diapering, DIY baby food, and more -- for a healthy bundle of joy!
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1052 min10-part Infant Care course31 CQ
Searching for healthy recipes your baby will enjoy? In this course, follow along with Buona Pappa and discover how to make a wide range of foods your baby can enjoy with the whole family!
with Buona PappaSearching for healthy recipes your baby will enjoy? In this course, follow along with Buona Pappa and discover how to make a wide range of foods your baby can enjoy with the whole family!
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726 min7-part Infant Care course16 CQ
In this course with experienced pediatrician Dr. Paul Smolen (or Doc Smo), learn why swaddling and tummy time are good for your baby, and discover how to treat various infant illnesses and conditions.
with Doc SmoIn this course with experienced pediatrician Dr. Paul Smolen (or Doc Smo), learn why swaddling and tummy time are good for your baby, and discover how to treat various infant illnesses and conditions.
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6138 min6-part Software Development course73 CQ
Want working knowledge of Python—fast? This course from Bitesize Business School is an accelerated introduction to one of the most important coding languages.
Want working knowledge of Python—fast? This course from Bitesize Business School is an accelerated introduction to one of the most important coding languages.
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1495 min14-part Infant Care course53 CQ
The first few months of your newborn's life are full of new parenting experiences. Doc Smo helps you prepare for the ride by revealing 14 crucial things to know as a new parent.
with Doc SmoThe first few months of your newborn's life are full of new parenting experiences. Doc Smo helps you prepare for the ride by revealing 14 crucial things to know as a new parent.