Arbor Pediatrics provides high-quality, personalized medical care for infants, children, and adolescents in Southlake, TX.
Melissa Asgaonkar, MD
Melissa Asgaonkar, MD
We are excited to welcome a new provider to the Arbor Pediatrics team! Collin Naugher is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who joins us from North Fort Worth, where he has been practicing pediatric primary care for the last eight years.
Having a medical home means your child’s care is coordinated, continuous, and personalized, which is especially important for chronic conditions like ADHD, asthma, anxiety, or depression.
Our team works with you and your child to monitor symptoms, adjust treatment plans, provide guidance, and connect with specialists when needed. Regular check-ins, education, and support help your child stay healthy, succeed at school, and feel their best every day.
Managing chronic conditions in a medical home ensures nothing falls through the cracks and your family has a trusted team to guide you every step of the way.
Is your child due for a follow-up? Call or send a portal message to get them scheduled.
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Eating well and staying healthy in college doesn’t have to drain your bank account.
Encourage your student to plan simple meals, shop store brands, and stock affordable essentials like rice, beans, eggs, frozen vegetables, and peanut butter.
Choosing water over sugary drinks, getting adequate sleep, and incorporating free workouts like campus rec center classes, walking groups, YouTube fitness videos, or intramural sports can make a big difference. Remind them that healthy routines don’t need to be perfect; small, consistent habits add up and support long-term wellness.
If your college student needs guidance on nutrition, stress, sleep, or general wellness, our team is always here to help.
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RSV can cause serious illness in infants, especially those under 6 months. This season, families have extra protection available with the RSV immunization.
Babies can receive the RSV monoclonal antibody (nirsevimab), which helps reduce the risk of severe disease. Pregnant mothers may also receive a maternal RSV vaccine, which protects the baby after birth.
These RSV antibodies work much like the natural antibodies a mother passes to her baby during pregnancy offering protection before your baby’s own immune system is mature enough to fight infections on its own.
If you have questions about eligibility or scheduling RSV protection for your newborn or for you if you are expecting, call our office and we’ll walk you through the guidelines.
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If it feels like your toddler catches everything, you’re not imagining it.
Little immune systems are still learning, and toddlers are great at sharing germs especially in daycare or group settings. It’s normal for young children to have 8–12 viral illnesses a year, especially during fall and winter.
Colds can also seem “back-to-back” because viruses stack or symptoms overlap.
The good news? Each illness strengthens their immune system, and most are short-lived and resolve with rest, fluids, and time.
If your child’s illnesses seem unusually severe, frequent, or they’re not bouncing back as expected, call our office so we can help determine what’s normal and what deserves a closer look.
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Is your baby bundled too much? Or not enough?
During winter, infants should typically sleep in one more layer than an adult would wear to be comfortable in the same room. A breathable onesie plus a sleep sack is usually perfect.
Avoid hats, blankets, and loose bedding in the crib to prevent overheating and reduce SIDS risk. If your baby’s chest feels warm and dry, they’re dressed appropriately. Remember, cold hands and feet are normal.
Not sure if your baby is dressed appropriately for sleep? Give us a call, we’re here to help you keep them safe and cozy.
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Winter blues?
Shorter winter days can affect kids’ (and adults’) mood and energy levels, and a little grumpiness or lower motivation this time of year is normal. But parents should watch for red flags like withdrawal, sudden school struggles, big changes in sleep or appetite, or any mention of hopelessness.
If something feels “off,” trust your instincts.
Reach out to us because we’re here to help support your child’s emotional health.
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