Dr. Smolen, known as DocSmo in the blogosphere, is a seasoned pediatrician and pediatric blogger. In Can Doesn’t Mean Should, DocSmo provides parents current, research-based information to help them make informed decisions about family life. He offers practical tips and strategies for parents in the 21st century, such as: Food - what are the consequences of poor choices in child nutrition; Screen - how is a child influenced by quantity and type of screen time; Chores - does responsibility shape character; Money - how early can children learn the value of money management; Balance - what strategies best juggle academics, extra curricular activities, and unstructured play? Knowledge is power. Become a better parent and make it easier!
