Arbor Pediatrics provides high-quality, personalized medical care for infants, children, and adolescents in Southlake, TX.

Melissa Asgaonkar, MD

Welcome Collin Naugher

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.

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Inspired by patients. Created for parents.

Arbor Pediatrics was founded on the belief that long-term relationships, continuity of care, and open, accessible communication with your pediatrician are essential elements to great pediatric care.

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At Arbor Pediatrics, we share your joy and enthusiasm, and look forward to partnering with you on the exciting journey of raising a child. We offer prenatal phone consults, a supportive team, and first-rate medical care for your new family member.

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Take the pain out of pain reliever dosing.

Be confident that you are treating your child’s pain or fever with the correct dose of medication. We can guide you here on how much acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin/Advil) to give, based on your child’s weight. (Benadryl too!)

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We are a vaccinating practice.

We firmly believe in the effectiveness of vaccines to prevent serious illness and to save lives, and we have complete confidence in vaccine safety. We believe that all children and young adults should receive the recommended vaccines according to the schedule published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Using a car seat correctly is one of the most important ways to help keep infants safe while traveling.

Babies should ride rear-facing in the back seat for as long as allowed by their car seat’s height and weight limits.

Harness straps should fit snugly with the chest clip positioned at armpit level. Bulky jackets or thick clothing should not be worn under the harness because they can prevent a secure fit in a crash. It is also important to make sure the car seat is installed correctly and does not move excessively at the base.

Even experienced parents are encouraged to have their installation checked, as car seat misuse is very common.

If available in your area, consider scheduling a certified car seat safety check to ensure your child’s seat is fitted and installed properly.

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Using a car seat correctly is one of the most important ways to help keep infants safe while traveling. Babies should ride rear-facing in the back seat for as long as allowed by their car seat’s height and weight limits. Harness straps should fit snugly with the chest clip positioned at armpit level. Bulky jackets or thick clothing should not be worn under the harness because they can prevent a secure fit in a crash. It is also important to make sure the car seat is installed correctly and does not move excessively at the base. Even experienced parents are encouraged to have their installation checked, as car seat misuse is very common. If available in your area, consider scheduling a certified car seat safety check to ensure your child’s seat is fitted and installed properly. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx

Scoliosis screening typically happens during the preteen and early teen years, often around ages 10–14, when children are going through rapid growth spurts. This is when changes in the spine are most likely to develop or progress.
Screening is a simple part of a physical exam and helps identify early signs of spinal curvature before it becomes more noticeable.

Early detection allows for closer monitoring and, when needed, early intervention to help prevent progression.

Families can also watch for signs at home, such as uneven shoulders, a difference in hip height, changes in posture, or a prominent shoulder blade.

If you notice any of these changes or have a family history of scoliosis, mention it at your child’s next well visit with Arbor Pediatrics so it can be evaluated.

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Scoliosis screening typically happens during the preteen and early teen years, often around ages 10–14, when children are going through rapid growth spurts. This is when changes in the spine are most likely to develop or progress. Screening is a simple part of a physical exam and helps identify early signs of spinal curvature before it becomes more noticeable. Early detection allows for closer monitoring and, when needed, early intervention to help prevent progression. Families can also watch for signs at home, such as uneven shoulders, a difference in hip height, changes in posture, or a prominent shoulder blade. If you notice any of these changes or have a family history of scoliosis, mention it at your child’s next well visit with Arbor Pediatrics so it can be evaluated. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx

Water play can be a fun way for toddlers to cool off and explore during warmer months, but even small amounts of water can pose a safety risk. Toddlers should always have close, hands-on adult supervision during any water activity, including splash pads, kiddie pools, water tables, and buckets.

Water tables, small pools, and buckets should be emptied immediately after use to help prevent accidental drowning risks.

At splash pads and public play areas, watch carefully for slippery surfaces, standing water, and crowded environments where children can quickly wander.

Floaties and puddle jumpers should never replace direct adult supervision. While some flotation devices may add a layer of protection, the safest approach is always active, attentive supervision within arm’s reach.

Have questions about water safety for your toddler? Contact one of our phone nurses today for guidance before summer activities begin.

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Water play can be a fun way for toddlers to cool off and explore during warmer months, but even small amounts of water can pose a safety risk. Toddlers should always have close, hands-on adult supervision during any water activity, including splash pads, kiddie pools, water tables, and buckets. Water tables, small pools, and buckets should be emptied immediately after use to help prevent accidental drowning risks. At splash pads and public play areas, watch carefully for slippery surfaces, standing water, and crowded environments where children can quickly wander. Floaties and puddle jumpers should never replace direct adult supervision. While some flotation devices may add a layer of protection, the safest approach is always active, attentive supervision within arm’s reach. Have questions about water safety for your toddler? Contact one of our phone nurses today for guidance before summer activities begin. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx

Eating out with a toddler can sometimes feel unpredictable, but a few simple activities can help keep little ones engaged while waiting for food or sitting at the table.

Easy low-mess ideas include stickers, small board books, reusable coloring mats, magnetic drawing boards, matching games, or small sensory toys that are easy to clean. Snack cups with familiar snacks can also help bridge the wait time. Toddlers also enjoy simple conversation games like naming colors, counting objects, or spotting things around the restaurant.

Rotating a few small activities instead of bringing everything out at once can help keep toddlers interested longer.

What is your go-to restaurant activity for your toddler? Share your favorite ideas below.

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Eating out with a toddler can sometimes feel unpredictable, but a few simple activities can help keep little ones engaged while waiting for food or sitting at the table. Easy low-mess ideas include stickers, small board books, reusable coloring mats, magnetic drawing boards, matching games, or small sensory toys that are easy to clean. Snack cups with familiar snacks can also help bridge the wait time. Toddlers also enjoy simple conversation games like naming colors, counting objects, or spotting things around the restaurant. Rotating a few small activities instead of bringing everything out at once can help keep toddlers interested longer. What is your go-to restaurant activity for your toddler? Share your favorite ideas below. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx

Pediatric providers look at much more than just one height or weight measurement at a single visit.

Growth is tracked over time to better understand how a child is developing and whether patterns are staying consistent.

At well visits, providers monitor height, weight, head growth in infants, and BMI when appropriate.

They also consider nutrition, activity, development, sleep, medical history, and family growth patterns when evaluating overall health.

Sometimes children naturally grow at different rates, while other times changes in growth patterns may signal the need for closer follow-up, additional questions, or further evaluation.

Regular well visits help your medical home identify trends early and support healthy growth throughout childhood and adolescence. If your child is due for a wellness visit, contact Arbor Pediatrics to schedule an appointment.

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Pediatric providers look at much more than just one height or weight measurement at a single visit. Growth is tracked over time to better understand how a child is developing and whether patterns are staying consistent. At well visits, providers monitor height, weight, head growth in infants, and BMI when appropriate. They also consider nutrition, activity, development, sleep, medical history, and family growth patterns when evaluating overall health. Sometimes children naturally grow at different rates, while other times changes in growth patterns may signal the need for closer follow-up, additional questions, or further evaluation. Regular well visits help your medical home identify trends early and support healthy growth throughout childhood and adolescence. If your child is due for a wellness visit, contact Arbor Pediatrics to schedule an appointment. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx

Let’s play a quick game of Two Truths and a Lie about pool safety:

1) Floaties are a safe substitute for life jackets.

2) Drowning is often silent and can happen quickly.

3) A fence with a self-latching gate helps prevent unsupervised pool access.

Can you spot the false statement?

The lie is #1. Floaties are not a safe substitute for a properly fitted, Coast Guard–approved life jacket.
Drowning is often silent, which is why constant, close adult supervision is essential. Barriers like pool fences with self-latching gates help reduce risk, and swim lessons and water safety skills add another important layer of protection.

Water safety depends on multiple layers working together to keep children safe around pools and open water.

If you have questions about swim readiness, life jacket fit, or water safety for your child’s age, give our office a call. We’re happy to help your family prepare for a safer summer around the water.

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Let’s play a quick game of Two Truths and a Lie about pool safety: 1) Floaties are a safe substitute for life jackets. 2) Drowning is often silent and can happen quickly. 3) A fence with a self-latching gate helps prevent unsupervised pool access. Can you spot the false statement? The lie is #1. Floaties are not a safe substitute for a properly fitted, Coast Guard–approved life jacket. Drowning is often silent, which is why constant, close adult supervision is essential. Barriers like pool fences with self-latching gates help reduce risk, and swim lessons and water safety skills add another important layer of protection. Water safety depends on multiple layers working together to keep children safe around pools and open water. If you have questions about swim readiness, life jacket fit, or water safety for your child’s age, give our office a call. We’re happy to help your family prepare for a safer summer around the water. 817-865-3564 arborpediatrics.com #arborpediatrics #southlaketexas #southlaketx
 
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“The absolute best office you’ll find in North Texas!”

Arbor Pediatrics is the absolute best office you’ll find in North Texas! This is no exaggeration. First off, their staff is so prompt and efficient. They make every attempt to get you in same day if you need it and greet you with such a smile! They make paperwork easy and the check in process happens as you walk in the door, they’ve got it handled.

–S. R.

“Couldn’t have asked for a better doctor.”

Dr. Asgaonkar is absolutely amazing. She is very caring, knowledgeable, and respectful. She really listens to you and happily answers any questions you may have. My husband and I are so happy we found her for our baby. Couldn’t have asked for a better doctor. Also, the office is SO CLEAN.

–B. G.