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CONTENTS 4 Making the List

What it means to be Mom Approved 7

Fast Facts / Moms & Babies Pregnancy and newborns in the Lone Star State

8 Stop the Bleeding The 411 on postpartum hemorrhaging words Elizabeth Quinn + Carrie Steingruber 11 Mom Approved / Moms & Babies Readers’ favorite OB-GYNs and midwives

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17 Fast Facts / Kids Health Things to know about your child’s well-being

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Gut Response Helping little tummies feel and function better words Alexis Patterson

20 Mom Approved / Pediatricians Readers’ top docs for kids 27

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Fast Facts / Oral Health Bad habits, best foods and more

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Mom Approved / Oral Health Readers’ recommendations for dentists and orthodontists

What’s Got Your Tongue?

All about tongue tie words Carrie Steingruber

39 Fast Facts / Whole Health Info on body and mind wellness 40

Fear Factors Anxiety disorders are tough to diagnose in kids, but they’re common words Elaine Rogers

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Mom Approved / Whole Health & Wellness Readers’ picks for counselors, therapists and alternative health

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mom approved / W H A T

IT MEANS

MAKING THE LIST what it means to be mom approved WORDS

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ver the last year, it’s become more apparent than ever how fortunate we are to have an abundance of outstanding health care providers in North Texas.

But that can also pose a challenge to families for their day-to-day care. Who do you choose to deliver your baby? Who will take care of your littles’ overall health and their pearly whites? Who do you trust with your family’s emotional well-being?

The number of options can be overwhelming. Wouldn’t it be great if fellow moms could guide you?

That’s why DFWChild compiles our Mom Approved lists. These lists include doctors, dentists, midwives, counselors and other providers—all of whom have earned our readers’ stamp of approval.

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These providers didn’t make the list by purchasing ad space, and their inclusion doesn’t imply an endorsement from our magazine.

Mom Approved lists are parentto-parent recommendations.

All providers on our lists are licensed (if applicable) and in good standing with their credentialing or examination boards at press time.

I DON’T SEE MY DOCTOR ON THE LIST. HOW DO I RECOMMEND THEM? These lists aren’t exhaustive.

We rely on our readers to share their favorites—that’s what Mom Approved is all about. Pass on your recommendations to us.

DFWChild conducts four surveys, each at a different point in the year, to allow readers to nominate their health care providers in the following categories:

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pediatricians, pediatric specialists and family doctors; dentists and orthodontists; OB-GYNs, midwives and fertility specialists; and counselors, chiropractors and other wellness professionals.

To find active surveys, visit dfwchild.com/directory. We ask that you share more than just the provider’s name. What should other parents know? Why is that provider so great?

WHERE CAN I READ THE PARENT COMMENTS? You can find some of the comments in this guide; DFWChild also publishes reader comments (which may be edited for clarity or length) about our Mom Approved providers as part of the online lists, which you will find at dfwchild.com/directory.

Check them out. Hopefully you’ll find your health care match.

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WHAT IS A MOM APPROVED DOCTOR (OR DENTIST, OR WELLNESS PROFESSIONAL, ETC.)?

Mom Approved health and wellness providers have earned the trust and respect of DFWChild readers. We ask parents to tell us who their favorite health professionals are and why. It could be their professional skills, patientfriendly demeanor, supportive office staff, flexibility in appointments—anything that makes that doctor, dentist or other provider a keeper.

And here’s what makes Mom Approved providers different.

Some publications come out with lists featuring area health care professionals, often chosen not by patients or parents but by other providers. Our lists highlight local professionals who are loved by moms and dads just like you.

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We’re Vivi. A group of doctors who are smart, knowledgeable, compassionate, and absolutely full of life. We believe in the power of connection—forging friendships while delivering the highest level of care possible. Our female-led practice welcomes you with open arms (and hearts), and treats you with respect and dignity, no matter what you’re facing. Because today’s incomparable women deserve truly incomparable care.

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Lori Atkins, MD, FACOG Catherine Bevan, MD, FACOG Sunny Glenn, MD, FACOG Alicia Larsen, MD, FACOG Andrea Palmer, MD, FACOG Obstetrics & Gynecology 6x Mom Approved FENOM Women’s Care is not just a practice in medicine, it is a practice in female humanity. We combine the finest general obstetrics and gynecology with care that extends beyond check-ups and physical wellness. Our all-female physician team offers real woman-to-woman insight in order to create a true continuum of health throughout the lives of our patients.

The OBGYN’s of FENOM are so proud to have been recognized as “Mom-Approved.” You Moms, you FENOMenal females—YOU are the reason why we do what we do. Our mission at FENOM is to take care of women throughout their lifespan, meeting them where they are every step of the way. We are committed to empowering women to take charge of their health through personalized care, insightful education and expert service.

We are passionate about our patients and strive as a team to be there for you in every capacity.

From the nervous time of preconception, to possible struggles with infertility, the uncertainty of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and tumultuous postpartum period—we are here for you through each step.

As a physician team, our commitment to the women we serve allows for the added benefit of consistency of care between physicians. Whenever a health need arises, we will be here for you. This includes our amazing clinic staff, a vital part of FENOM, and we thank them for taking such great care of our patients (and of us!). Together, we form a community of women who are empowered by a deeper understanding of their bodies and womanhood, and that is FENOMenal.

Recognition from our patients means the world to us, it lets us know you see us like we see you.

Thank you for being part of our FENOMenal family. #weareFENOM

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MOMS & BABIES

fast facts about pregnancy and infants C O M P I L E D B Y E M I LY Y E A R W O O D

TOP 5 BOYS

NAMES IN TEXAS, 2019:

WHAT’S THE C LEVEL?

10.8% OF TEXAS BABIES ARE BORN PRE-TERM. THAT’S THE 11TH HIGHEST PERCENTAGE IN THE COUNTRY.

Texas has the 4th highest C-section rate in the country, with 35% of babies born by cesarean.

U.S. C-section rate: 31.9%

ALL ART : NOUN PROJECT; SOURCES: CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION; UNITED STATES SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION; TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES

TEXAS HAD THE SECOND HIGHEST NUMBER OF BIRTHS IN THE UNITED STATES IN 2019:

377,397 BLACK: 12.3%

TECHNOLOGY.

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NAMES IN TEXAS, 2019:

RACE / ETHNICITY:

WHITE: 32.3%

1.6%

OF TEX AS BIRTHS HAPPEN THROUGH ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE

TOP 5

TEXAS BIRTHS BY MATERNAL

HISPANIC: 47.3%

1. LIAM 2. NOAH 3. MATEO 4. ELIJAH 5. SEBASTIAN

OTHER: 8.2%

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STOP THE BLEEDING

The 411 on postpartum hemorrhaging WORDS ELIZABETH QUINN + CARRIE STEINGRUBER

“They tell you that as your uterus continues to shrink, that [cramping] is normal, especially if you breastfeed,” says Kimmel, who lives in Dallas. So she didn’t

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think much of it at first. When she went to the bathroom, she noticed some clots in her pad— again, it’s normal to have spotting after giving birth … but there

shouldn’t be large clots, and new moms shouldn’t go through pads quickly. As a safety precaution, Kimmel called her OB-GYN, who told her to monitor the bleeding

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t was exactly one week after Kristen Kimmel’s healthy baby Kate was born. The in-laws were over; her husband, Tom Mathews, was making lunch; and earlier in the week, she had even taken the dogs for walks. Everything was fine. As Kimmel sat down to breastfeed, she felt some unusual cramping.

and then call the office back if the situation worsened.

It did. Kimmel says within 20 minutes, she began feeling heavy and ran to the bathroom. When she looked behind her, she saw a trail of blood. “I passed a clot, but it was a clot the size of a softball,” she reveals. She called her OBGYN again, and this time, she was told to go straight to the office.

As Kristen stood up, she almost passed out. Her husband helped her to the car, and they rushed to the doctor.

How was it possible to be feeling perfectly fine one moment, and bleeding excessively the next?

WHAT IS PPH? One of the leading causes of maternal mortality is postpartum hemorrhaging, or PPH—that is, if it is left untreated. But only 3–5% of women experience PPH, according to Dr. Brian Rinehart, the director of the maternal highrisk program at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas.

What exactly is PPH? It’s defined as excess bleeding after delivering a baby—some professional organizations say 500 cubic centimeters (or 500 milliliters) after a vaginal birth or 1,000 cc after a C-section; however, the World Health Organization suggests that figure is 1,000 cc or greater of blood loss in the first 24 hours. Rinehart explains that, ultimately, how much blood is too much will vary from patient to patient.

There’s also late or secondary PPH, the rarer form, which occurs after the first 24 hours.

That’s what Kimmel experienced.

There are three main reasons that PPH occurs. These are uterine atony (when the uterus doesn’t contract after the baby is born); lacerations, or tears, at birth; and retained placenta or placenta fragments.

We know the immediate causes of PPH, and research suggests that certain conditions—including placenta previa, overdistended uterus, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, obesity and having multiple babies—may increase the chances of PPH. But in the majority of PPH cases, there are no underlying risk factors, says Rinehart—so

technically, there’s no sure way to prevent it.

“There is no magical dietary supplement or routine to make yourself healthier to avoid [PPH],” he says, adding that significant bleeding is harder on someone who is unhealthy. “The best way to prepare is to be in the best shape you can be during pregnancy, so that if this should occur, you can tolerate it.”

BE PREPARED Kimmel was still bleeding when she and her husband arrived at the doctor’s office. “I was like, ‘You guys are going to want to have me come back right away because I don’t want to leave blood in your waiting room,’” she says. Paramedics were called; Kimmel was taken to the hospital.

She remembers asking if she was OK, and the doctor saying only, “You’ve lost a lot of blood.”

At Texas Health, patient teams are prepared for PPH through regular drills, Rinehart says, and there are medications to treat PPH in every labor and delivery room. Having the appropriate medications, uterus clamps, blood banks, anesthesia (if necessary) and medical procedures down to a science can save precious minutes. “It’s not about preventing it because it’s not preventable, but how to deal with it in a timely fashion, so Mom doesn’t get sick,” Rinehart explains.

He adds that the vast majority of patients respond to manual stimulation of the uterus (to make it contract) or medication; surgery is considered a last resort.

“Most women recover from postpartum hemorrhage within the normal recovery time for birth,” he says. “Those that require surgical intervention and transfusion of large amounts of blood may stay in the hospital for a few extra days.”

For moms with secondary PPH, treatment is a little different.

Kimmel was quickly hauled in for a dilation and curettage (or D&C) to remove part of her placenta that was still inside the uterus. This condition is rare, but when it does occur, it can become life-threatening, according to the American Pregnancy Association.

The surgery went well, and by the end of the day, Kimmel was on her way home. She was given

medications to help increase her iron levels, and she says it took about a week for her face to gain color again.

“Don’t be shy about asking those questions [about PPH],” she shares. “Trust your gut.” You know your body better than anyone else—if you suspect that something’s wrong after you’ve given birth, call a health care provider immediately to save time and ensure your safety. And if you’re pregnant and concerned about PPH happening to you, find out what precautionary measures your hospital has in place.

WHAT IF PPH HAPPENS A SECOND TIME? Since recovery time is usually brief, the aftereffects of PPH may be primarily mental or emotional—for example, offers Rinehart, PPH can interrupt bonding or breastfeeding, which is hard on some moms.

Losing a large amount of blood is obviously very scary and stressful as well. Some women may therefore be fearful of having another child and potentially going through the trauma of PPH yet again. “We had always kind of thought we would have multiple children, and after what happened, I was very scared for my health,” Kimmel admits.

Though you are more likely to experience PPH if you’ve gone through it previously, the reoccurrence risk is only 15%, says Rinehart. If you’re worried about another delivery after PPH, make sure your provider knows you had it last time, and that they’re equipped to handle it if it happens again.

Despite their worries about having a second child, Kimmel and her husband finally “decided to go for it,” she says. They had moved, and she felt very confident in her new health provider, who listened and took extra precautions. Baby Jorie arrived, and Kimmel says she breathed a sigh of relief when the first week after the birth passed without incident.

“This is not a topic I’d ever want to scare new mothers about,” Kimmel reflects, “but at the same time, I do think that it’s something important for women to know about. I think it’s good to be aware.” dfwchild.com / The Well Guide

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Children’s Health works with families to face the tough stuff head-on. And this time is no different. We're taking every precaution to keep you safe.

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H E A LT H

Mom Approved

MOMS & BABIES

mom approved midwives, OB-GYNs & fertility specialists COMPILED BY DFWCHILD EDITORS

MIDWIVES ADDISON

Lively, Cori LM, CPM Barefoot Midwifery Walcott, Kassia LM, CPM Singing Tree Midwifery

ARGYLE

Dominguez, Donnellyn LM, CPM All About Babies Midwifery & Birth Center Grames, Kassidy LM, CPM All About Babies Midwifery & Birth Center May, Kathaleen LM, CPM All About Babies Midwifery & Birth Center

DALLAS

Houser, Taylor DNP, CNM Dallas Midwife Associates Jones, Adrienne MSN, RN, CNM Modern Midwifery Kaney-Francis, Meghan MSN, RN, CNM Modern Midwifery Morrow, Carla DNP, CNM Dallas Midwife Associates Sloan, Emily APRN, CNM East Dallas Birth & Wellness Tate, Amy CPM, LM, CLC Origins Birth & Wellness

FORT WORTH

Hopkins, Katie DNP, RN, CNM Acclaim Nurse-Midwives Taylor, Susan J. LM, CPM Taylor Made Midwifery

FLOWER MOUND

Dickens, Beth APRN, CNM Flower Mound Women’s Care

FRISCO

Mitchell, Teri RN, CNM, IBCLC Bundleborn Midwifery & Pediatrics

GARLAND

Jones, Kennasha LM My Sister’s Keeper Birth & Midwifery Services

IRVING

Duran, Donna MD Donna M. Duran M.D.

KAUFMAN

Stimage, Rachnetta MD Women’s Premier OBGYN

MCKINNEY

Robertson Bartos, Heather MD, FACOG be. Women’s Health & Wellness

PLANO

Vaughan, Jeremy MD Cedar Hill Women’s Center

OB-GYNS

Anders, Brittney MD Legacy Women’s Health

Santangelo, Traci RN, MS, CNM BirthPointe Turner, Linda LM, CPM Delivered With Love Birthing Center Mayorga, Kathleen APRN, CNM Bella Births Tate, Jeannine MSN, RN, CNM Plano Birthplace

ALLEN

Slabas, Karen MD Texas Health Women’s Care Weise, William MD Texas Health Allen

ARLINGTON

Atkins, Baron MD USMD Arlington North OB/Gyn Clinic Cornwell, Janis MD Matlock OBGYN Gorski, Timothy MD, FACOG Timothy N. Gorski MD FACOG Greve, Robert MD Matlock OBGYN

CROSS ROADS

CEDAR HILL

DALLAS

Angel, Angela MD Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas Arzac, Jorge MD Dr. Jorge A. Arzac, MD PA Behan, Joseph MD Behan OBGYN Benjamin, Shruti MD, FACOG Legacy Women’s Health Bertrand, John MD Walnut Hill OBGYN Blewett, Kavitha MD Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas Brothers, Sandra MD Women’s Health Alliance Brough, Jonathan MD Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas Caram, Bianca MD, FACOG Legacy Women’s Health

Patel, Meera DO USMD Arlington South OB/Gyn Clinic

Chhutani, Sheila MD Gynecological & Obstetrical Associates

Peppler, Dawnette MD, FACOG Women’s Health Services

Collins, Linden MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of Dallas

Puffer, Sheri MD, FACOG Women’s Health Services

Crable, Quanita MD Dr. Crable OBGYN

BEDFORD

Parikh, Manisha MD USMD Mid-Cities OB/GYN Clinic

GRAPEVINE

Safely, Charles MD Charles Safely OBGYN Taylor, Stephanie MD The Woman’s Group

HURST

Wood, Beverly MD Generations OB/GYN Group, P.A.

Fruga, Tereé LM My Sister’s Keeper Birth & Midwifery Services

BURLESON

Davis, Hannah LM Gentle Beginnings

CARROLLTON

Luck, Mindy MD, FACOG Omega Ob-Gyn Associates

Buchanan, Christina CNM Family Centered Maternity Care Daly, Kim CPM, LM Grapevine Birthing Center

Chellappan, Chandra MD, FACOG Huguley Medical Associates

Bowyer, Darrell MD Dr. Darrell Bowyer, MD

Crochet, Melissa MD UT Southwestern Medical Center “She has excellent judgment, listens to patients and has great outcomes.”

—Tamara, Plano See ad on back cover.

Culpepper, Kelli MD, FACOG Dallas Obstetrics & Gynecology PA Diaz, Monica MD Carlos & Parnell, MD, PA Dinh, Quynh Chi MD Dallas Obstetrics & Gynecology PA Dullye, Tara MD OBGYN Dallas dfwchild.com / The Well Guide

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H E A LT H

Elmquist, Alison MD Vernon & Waldrep Ob-Gyn Associates

Newman, Erin MD Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology

Elwell Silver, Kyler MD UT Southwestern Medical Center at Park Cities “Dr. Silver has amazing bedside manner.

My husband doesn’t complain about going with me to the doctor—that’s huge.”

—Sara, Rowlett See ad on back cover.

Nokleberg, Jane MD Walnut Hill OBGYN

Foxworth, Kecia MD Kessler Women’s Health Gaitonde, Ashwin MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of Dallas Godat, Mark MD Mark J. Godat MD, PA Gunby, Jr., Robert MD Swiss OB-GYN Gunderson, Rachel MD Carlos & Parnell, MD, PA Hagood, Julie MD Walnut Hill OBGYN Harms, Heidi MD Advanced Women’s Healthcare “Dr. Harms gave wonderful care. The office is beautiful, and there’s short waits.”

—Laura, Dallas See ad on page 13.

Harris, Steven MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates of Dallas Hays, Tracy Diane MD Carter, Hays, Martin & Associates Heckman, Glen MD Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates of Dallas Heintges, Michelle MD Advanced Women’s Healthcare “I knew right away that she was the doctor for me. I fully trust her.”

—Brandi, Rowlett See ad on page 13.

Jahangiri, Farnaz MD UT Southwestern Medical Center “Dr. Jahangiri helped me make the best decisions. I strongly recommend her.”

—Molly, Grapevine See ad on back cover.

Joykutty, Jessy DO Baylor Scott & White Park Lane OB/GYN Associates Leinauer, Meghan MD, FACOG Baylor Scott & White Women’s Health Group Light, Natalie MD Health Central Women’s Care Littrell, Christina MD Swiss OB-GYN Lopez, Jorge F. MD, FACOG Medical City Dallas Martin, Amy MD Carter, Hays, Martin & Associates McCants, Shannon MD Women’s Health Alliance McClintock, Jean MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology Murray, Lauren MD Walnut Hill OBGYN Napier, Amie MD Advanced Women’s Healthcare “Dr. Napier is kind, patient and down to earth. She always addresses my concerns with care.”

—Jordan, Wylie See ad on page 13.

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Oliveira, Marcia MD Medical City Healthcare Parnell, Wendy MD Carlos & Parnell, MD, PA Payne, Paul MD Swiss OB-GYN Pero, Roxanne MD Women’s Health Specialists of Dallas

DENTON

Dooley, Christina MD Denton Obstetrics & Gynecology McDonald, Daniel MD, FACOG OB/GYN Specialists Wilson, Marc MD, FACOG OB/GYN Specialists

DESOTO

Dean, F. Thomas MD F. Thomas Dean, MD

FLOWER MOUND

Perugini, Francesca MD Health Central Women’s Care

Banks, Lauren MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates

Peveto, Joy MD Women’s Health Alliance

Davis-Herr, Jacqueline MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates

Reyes, Maria MD Advanced Women’s Healthcare “Dr. Reyes is caring and does what’s best.

Also, hours and location are convenient!”

—Trinity, Mesquite See ad on page 13.

Galusha, Andrea MD Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates

Richards, Hampton MD Walnut Hill OBGYN Ripp, Zachary MD Women’s Specialty Center Roberts, Connie DO Ob/Gyn & Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinic Rosenfield, Laura MD Gynecological & Obstetrical Associates Ryder, Kristi MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology Schermerhorn, James MD, FACOG Office of James Schermerhorn, MD, FACOG “He delivered me and my son. I had a tough pregnancy, but he was there. He gave me his personal number to call.”

—Jess, Dallas See ad on page 13.

Shepherd, Jessica MD Baylor Scott & White Women’s Health Group Shimer, Tricia MD Tricia Shimer, M.D., P.A. Sigman, Amy MD Advanced Women’s Healthcare “Dr. Sigman considered my feelings as a first-time mom. I will forever use her!”

—Kennedy, Garland See ad on page 13.

Slocum, Paul MD Premier Urogyn of North Texas Slocum, Stephanie MD Health Central Women’s Care Smith, Liesl MD Health Central Women’s Care Speight, Tracey MD Health Central Women’s Care Stevenson-Gargiulo, Elizabeth DO Baylor Scott & White Park Lane OB/GYN Associates Thurston, Jeffrey M. MD Walnut Hill OBGYN Tillman, Felicia MD Health Central Women’s Care Walker, Angela MD Vernon & Waldrep Ob-Gyn Associates Wells, Lauren MD Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology Woodbridge, Ann MD Health Central Women’s Care

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Lungren, Amy MD Seasons OB/GYN Osborn, Rachel MD Seasons OB/GYN Van Dell, Guy MD Flower Mound Women’s Care

FORT WORTH

Alexis, Althea MD Fort Worth Women’s Clinic Arditti, Lauren MD Acclaim Physicians Group Arnold, Laura DO Her OB/GYN Atkins, Lori MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care “She is very caring and intuitive! She even finds issues that are beyond the OB-GYN scope (thyroid cancer, for example).”

—Chassidie, Burleson See ad on page 6.

Bernstein, Linda MD Her Complete Healthcare Bevan, Catherine MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care “Catherine takes her time and follows up.

She’s a working mom who gets it!”

—Brooke, Fort Worth See ad on page 6.

Bleich, April MD Obstetrix Medical Group of Texas Bradford, Laura MD, PA Eighth Avenue Obstetrics & Gynecology Bradley, Taylor DO, MS Fort Worth Obstetrics & Gynecology Breedlove, Lindsay MD Vivi Women’s Health “She listens and doesn’t rush. She will include your spouse and other kids too.”

—Destiny, Weatherford See ad on page 5.

Burkett, Danielle DO Vivi Women’s Health “When I conceived my rainbow baby, Dr. Burkett saw me right away. She was there every step of the way.”

—Sarah, Fort Worth See ad on page 5.

Butler, Stacy MD Women’s Health Medical Group Cammack, Kathleen MD Vivi Women’s Health “I always felt cared for. She answers messages in a timely manner.”

—Paige, Fort Worth See ad on page 5.

Jim Schermerhorn, MD Obstetrics & Gynecology 6x Mom Approved Women’s healthcare and grandkids are Dr. Jim Schermerhorn’s passions. He and his family have been living and working in the East Dallas area for over 30 years. The moment you walk into the office, you’ll be treated like family. Dr. Schermerhorn provides the most up-to-date medical care, from obstetrics to minimally invasive treatments like robotic da Vinci® surgery, aiming to get you back to your life quickly. His medical care focuses on your very specific needs. Your story is what matters, and Dr. Schermerhorn will take the time to learn about you. Let Dr. Schermerhorn show you that personalized, family-centered medicine still exists!

In fact, Dr. Schermerhorn personally delivers almost all of his patients’ babies. His practice is located close to White Rock Lake. Serving as chairman of the Obstetrics, Gynecology and Pediatrics Department, Dr. Schermerhorn is your healthcare champion in the White Rock community. Please call today to speak with a staff member about scheduling your appointment.

James E. Schermerhorn, MD, FACOG 1151 N. Buckner Blvd., Ste. 206 Dallas, TX 75218 214-320-8447

7x Mom Approved

AWH is a top-rated Ob/Gyn practice featuring an all-female physician staff, located across from Medical City Dallas.

No matter your stage of life, we’re committed to providing you with the personalized care you deserve. Our Wellness Center now offers Botox, too!

Visit awhdallas.com to learn more.

Amy G. Sigman, MD Amie Napier, MD Michelle Heintges, MD

Heidi Harms, MD Maria Reyes, MD Emily Eye, MD

12201 Merit Drive, Suite 350 | Dallas, TX 75251 | awhdallas.com | 214-238-7888

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mom approved / W O M E N ’ S Chu, Khoi MD Acclaim Physicians Group Elliott, Peter MD Acclaim Physicians Group English, Cynthia DO Fort Worth Obstetrics & Gynecology Garda, Jacqueline DO Acclaim Physicians Group Glenn, Sunny MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care “I literally trust her with my life and would not want anyone else delivering my babies.”

—Katelyn, Euless See ad on page 6.

H E A LT H

Read, Martin MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology Robbins, Cynthia MD, PA Eighth Avenue Obstetrics & Gynecology Ryan, Langston Ray MD Women’s Health Medical Group Snead, Jonathan MD, FACOG Alliance Women’s Healthcare Snell-Hargrove, Dana DO My Ob/Gyn Tabbs, Carla MD Woman 2 Woman Healthcare

Pepperell, Michele MD Frisco OB/GYN Petrovski, Pauline MD Frisco OB/GYN Ricks, Jon MD Jon T. Ricks, M.D. Sokunbi, Yinka (Adeyinka) CNM, RN Caring for Women Ward, Alisa MD Centennial OBGYN Weinstein, Jonathan MD Frisco Women’s Health Welborne, Leslie MD Centennial OBGYN

Guerra, Martha MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology

Tate, Darren MD Fort Worth Female Health Associates

Herd, James MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology

Tse, Gladys MD USMD Alliance Fort Worth Clinic

Lora-Alcantara, Isamarie MD DeLeon’s Woman’s Health Care

Wagner, Elisabeth DO Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology

Allen, Katrina MD Women’s Integrated Healthcare

Hoffman, Gerry MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology

GARLAND

GRAPEVINE

Walker Erwin, Jamie MD Vivi Women’s Health “Dr. Erwin is my absolute favorite doctor, and I recommend her to my friends. The office does its best to keep you from having to wait, which is phenomenal.”

—April, Fort Worth See ad on page 5.

Chen, Barbara Kuo-Yu MD Heritage Women’s Health

Irwin, Peter James MD Peter James Irwin, MD

Webster, Barbara DO Her Ob/Gyn

Jones, Timothy DO Fort Worth Obstetrics & Gynecology

Wiley, Ruth DO, PA Eighth Avenue Obstetrics & Gynecology

Lieser, Sofia MD Obstetrics & Gynecology of North Texas

Hooper, Mickey DO Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology Howell, Robert Michael MD Women’s Health Medical Group

Kutzler, Beatrice MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology Larsen, Alicia MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care “Having her as my doctor is a blessing.”

—Ashley, Fort Worth See ad on page 6.

Lusby, Rachel MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care Maas, Emily MD Vivi Women’s Health “Dr. Maas kept her cool and helped me get through premature labor.”

—Sharlyn, Aledo See ad on page 5.

Manning, Madeline DO Grace Obstetrics & Gynecology McLeland, Jennifer MD Vivi Women’s Health “She is caring, timely with responses and will provide unbiased answers.”

–Naomi, Brock See ad on page 5.

Merritt, Laura MD Women’s Health Medical Group

Zwernemann, Robert MD Texas Health Care Obstetrics & Gynecology

FRISCO

Allen, Jennifer MD Frisco OB/GYN Callejas-Weintz, Arminda MD Health Central Women’s Care Dobi, Brittany MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology Elliott, Tracy MD Health Central Women’s Care

Cope, Angela MD Women’s Integrated Healthcare Cowen, Alan MD Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare

Lopez, Monica MD Women’s Integrated Healthcare Marshall, Kimberly MD Grapevine OBGYN Morris, Carrie MD Obstetrics & Gynecology of North Texas Moser, Doreen DO, FACOG Baylor Regional Medical Center at Grapevine Neal, Kerry MD Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare New, Troy MD Grapevine OBGYN

Ellis, Malathi MD, FACOG Nurture Women’s Health

Wai, Robert MD Obstetrics & Gynecology of North Texas

Gulick, Jennifer MD Jennifer Gulick, M.D. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Walters, Courtney MD Women’s Integrated Healthcare

Harn, Jason MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology Holt, Catherine MD Catherine Holt M.D. Innes, Kristen MD Kristen M. Innes, MD, PA OBGYN

GRAND PRAIRIE

Reese-Holley, Melodi MD, FACOG Omega Ob-Gyn Associates

IRVING

McClure, Meredith MD Frisco OB/GYN

Awosemusi, Yetunde MD UT Southwestern Medical Center at Las Colinas “Dr. Awosemusi is warm and thorough.

She discusses risks without a doomand-gloom attitude.”

—Comfort, Las Colinas See ad on back cover.

Mitchell, Jordan MD Baylor Scott & White Medical Center

Carleo, James MD MacArthur Medical Center

Phillips, Leslie MD Grace Obstetrics & Gynecology

Ortiz, Christopher DO Frisco Women’s Health

Enggano, Brian MD MacArthur Medical Center

Pico, Alyson DO Grace Obstetrics & Gynecology

Patterson, Carrie MD, FACOG Nurture Women’s Health

Fanous, Elia MD MacArthur Medical Center

Rainer, Drew MD Women’s Health Medical Group

Pendley, Nicole MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology

Livingston, Jeff MD MacArthur Medical Center

O’Toole, Patricia DO USMD Alliance Fort Worth Clinic Palmer, Andrea MD, FACOG Fenom Women’s Care “She really takes interest in her patients and their needs. Best in the area!”

—Aerielle, Fort Worth See ad on page 6.

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—Katie, Irving See ad on page back cover.

Sakovich, Stephen Peter MD MacArthur Medical Center Thomas, Stacey MD MacArthur Medical Center Yu, Angela MD MacArthur Medical Center

LEWISVILLE

Bellanger, Heather MD Plano Healthcare for Women

Gillean, Julia MD Metroplex Women’s Care

Coronado, Elizabeth Neugart MD Women’s Specialists of Plano

McStravick, Molly MD Texas Health Women’s Care

DaVolio, Julie MD Plano Healthcare for Women

Zandomeni, Gabriela MD Crossroads Women’s Health

Endelman, Irvin MD Northern Bay Women’s Health Center

MANSFIELD

Hartley, Cindy MD Associated Women’s Healthcare

Kollar, Carolyn DO Premier Women’s Health Krombach, Robert Stephen MD USMD Mansfield Clinic

Jacob, Shaheen MD Contemporary Women’s Care Joseph, Ralph DO, FACOG North Texas OB/GYN Kaye, Richard MD, PA Dr. Kaye OB/GYN

Moore, Natalie MD USMD Mansfield Clinic

Leveno, Joseph MD Dr. Joseph Leveno Obstetrics & Gynecology

Northrop, Sara DO Women’s Care Associates

Mos, Amy MD Plano Healthcare for Women

Westerholm, Erin DO Women’s Health of Mansfield

Parker, John MD John M. Parker, MD PA

MCKINNEY

Reisler, Keith MD Dr. Reisler, M.D., P.A.

Baidwan, Christine MD Craig Ranch OB/GYN Chan, Renee MD Comprehensive OB/GYN Derrick, Heather MD Craig Ranch OB/GYN

Roberts, John Paul MD OB/GYN North Dallas Robins, Darrell MD OB/GYN North Dallas

ROWLETT

Hearne, Monika MD Baylor Scott & White Obstetrics & Gynecology Nelson, Jeffery Taylor MD Baylor Scott & White Obstetrics & Gynecology

FERTILITY SPECIALISTS ADDISON

Elkins, Linda MD Aspire Fertility Dallas

ARLINGTON

Raj, Renju MD IVFMD

BEDFORD

Doody, Kevin MD The Center for Assisted Reproduction (CARE)

DALLAS

Bukulmez, Orhan MD Fertility & Advanced Reproductive Medicine Clinic Chantilis, Samuel MD Dallas Fertility Center & IVF Lab

Rovner, Ivan MD, FACOG North Texas OB/GYN

Goldstein, Jerald MD Fertility Specialists of Texas

Spooner, Melinda MD Specialized Women’s Healthcare

Patel, Satin MD Fertility Specialists of Texas

Taylor, Marcia MD OB/GYN North Dallas

Putman, John Michael MD Fertility Center of Dallas

Robert, Sara MD Craig Ranch OB/GYN

Trylovich, Courtney MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology

Steininger, Dani MD Adriatica Women’s Health

Skora, Daniel MD Fertility Specialists of Texas

Vu, Julie MD, FACOG North Texas OB/GYN

MESQUITE

Walsh, Katrina MD Dr. Katrina Walsh Obstetrics & Gynecology

Luciani, Gerald MD, FACOG Comprehensive OB/GYN Rajala, Bruce DO Women’s Medical Associates of North Texas

Brodsky, Charles MD Women’s Health Alliance Odogwu, Maduka MD Holy Cross OB/GYN

PLANO

Bankston-Troiani, Dawn MD Associated Women’s Healthcare

Watson, Angela MD OB/GYN North Dallas Watts, Jenelle MD Specialized Women’s Healthcare Webster, Gwen MD Plano Healthcare for Women White Jackson, Tania MD Radiance Women’s Specialty Group Woods, Christina MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology Zhang, Wei MD Midway Medical Center

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Burt, Randall MD OB/GYN North Dallas

Garner, Garrett MD, FACOG Northlake Obstetrics & Gynecology

Havener, Heather MD USMD Mansfield Clinic

Sesay, Charmaine MD Women’s Health Associates of Richardson

Bradley, Laura MD, FACOG North Texas OB/GYN

Goldman, Alexandra MD North Texas OB/GYN Daum, Paul MD Mansfield Miracles

H E A LT H

Brooks, Elayna MD Women’s Health Associates of Richardson Downey, Charles MD Women’s Health Associates of Richardson

Thomas, Mika MD Dallas Fertility Center & IVF Lab

FORT WORTH

Thomas, Robin MD Center for Assisted Reproduction, PA

FRISCO

Mehta, Rinku MD Dallas IVF

MCKINNEY

Havemann, Dara MD Dallas IVF

PLANO

Douglas, James MD IVF Plano

SOUTHLAKE

Gada, Ravi MD DFW Fertility Associates

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hortly after her oldest daughter’s birth, an Argyle mom we’ll call Leah got her first taste of the chronic digestive troubles to come.

“My daughter had terrible acid reflux,” recalls Leah (who asked to remain anonymous for her daughter’s privacy). “I tried different formulas in an effort to ease her discomfort. She was put on Zantac as early as she could be, around 5 or 6 months, so she could hold formula down. Once she reached the ‘food eating’ stage and transitioned off formula, it improved, but she had severe food aversions.”

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Leah’s little girl would eat only bland foods—“nothing with seasoning and no veggies. Very few fruits,” her mom says. Then, at age 4, Leah’s daughter developed a serious body odor problem. “That really threw me,” Leah recalls. “No way a child should smell that bad.

I didn’t realize at the time that both of those things were signs of gut issues.”

Gut issues can have a variety of signs and causes. If your child is suffering, you’re not alone.

A PEDIATRIC EPIDEMIC “I often joke in my clinic that everyone is constipated until proven otherwise,” says Dr. Alina Olteanu, who practices pediatric integrative medicine at Whole Child Texas in Frisco. “No day goes by when I don’t treat a child or a baby with tummy issues, ranging from infantile colic and feeding difficulties to chronic constipation and chronic abdominal pain.”

Other conditions associated with poor gut health may surprise you: Olteanu lists allergies, asthma, eczema and other skin issues, anxiety, attention difficulties and sleep problems.

According to Dr. Constantine Kotsanis, an otolaryngologist who is the medical director for the Kotsanis Institute for Functional Medicine in Grapevine, even autism can be traced back to digestive issues. “Autism spectrum disorders are primarily gut disorders that affect thinking and emotions,” he suggests, adding that “almost every child we see has moderate to severe gut issues.”

So even if your child isn’t showing traditional digestive symptoms, you may benefit from talking to a professional.

“The health of the child starts with healthy nutrition and a healthy gut,” explains Olteanu, who uses both traditional and alternative treatments with the children who come through her office. Some parents whose children have gut problems say they’ve had trouble getting more mainstream pediatric practices to take their concerns seriously.

“Our pediatrician did not believe any issues were serious enough to look into further,” says Leah. “I knew in my heart something was going on and had to go mostly on my own to figure things out. I searched a very

long time to find a doctor who would do more than just look my daughter over and say nothing was wrong.” Olteanu has a more optimistic view of the mainstream medical community but notes the full implications of gut health aren’t always understood.

“Lots of pediatricians use probiotic supplements for a variety of common conditions,” she points out. “However, more work needs to be done to increase awareness of the gut-brain connection, especially how stress can affect gut health and how improving nutrition and gut health can have a positive impact on a child’s mood and development.”

Kotsanis advises that gut health be addressed “very aggressively” during a child’s first eight years. “The reason is the fact that 70% of the immune system lives in the gut,” he says.

“Also, 80% of brain hormones are made in the gut. A healthy gut influences the brain very positively; an unhealthy gut is reflected in an unhealthy brain.”

GET GUT-HEALTHY In Leah’s case, it unfortunately seems like her daughter’s initial treatment led to even more trouble.

“The doctors I found who actually believed something was going on have agreed this was caused by the use of Zantac at such an early age and for such a long time during the development of her digestive processes.”

Even now, at age 13, Leah’s daughter has lingering gut problems. The teenager has a stalled metabolism; she also has a very limited palate and remains unwilling to try new foods that aren’t bland. But there have been some improvements.

“We discovered a few years ago that the extreme body odor was being caused by milk. At the recommendation of one great doctor”—coincidentally, that was Olteanu—“we removed milk from her diet, and within a week we noticed a significant decrease in the odor. It was amazing, and I felt terrible that I hadn’t thought of that earlier,” shares Leah, who adds that her daughter also has fewer bathroom emergencies. And she has also developed a better understanding of what foods support good digestion.

However your child’s

gut issue presents, there are recommendations to ease the problem.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle, emphasizes Olteanu. Don’t underestimate the value of enough sleep, physical activity, fresh air, happy relationships and stress management.

In addition, be thoughtful about what your child eats. Kotsanis says “toxic fast foods, sugar, wheat, corn, soy and milk products” are all causal factors of gut problems.

You can also improve gut health through diet; Olteanu notes that an anti-inflammatory diet can be extremely helpful. The diet’s focal points include fruits, veggies, whole grains, plant-based proteins (beans and nuts) and healthy fats. Stay away from, or minimize, foods that are highly processed, greasy, very sweet or have artificial dyes. “Some additives can act like or become neurotoxins,” warns Olteanu.

Dessert isn’t a complete no-go; it should just be a special treat.

“Help your child develop a palate for dark chocolate and fruit-based desserts,” Olteanu suggests. With fruits and veggies, encourage your child to eat a “rainbow”—a variety of colors.

For children who have trouble with cow milk, there are dairy-free alternatives for calcium intake and vitamin D. Talk to your doctor before eliminating any food groups, though.

You can serve fermented foods with natural probiotics, such as pickled veggies and sauerkraut, and prebiotic-rich foods (apples and bananas, to name a couple). And have your children drink water.

“Insufficient water intake can slow down everything from cellular function to your metabolism and your ability to fight off infections,” Olteanu says.

While changing an eating regimen is undoubtedly hard, “the anti-inflammatory diet can be enjoyable,” she adds. “But it’s the health benefits and the visual improvement of your child that’s most rewarding.”

Of course, your child doesn’t need to be currently experiencing a gut-related condition for your family to adopt these recommendations. As Olteanu notes, “It’s always much easier to prevent any illness than to treat it.”

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Fowler, Gina DO Little Plum Blossom Pediatrics

ALLEN

Cash, Jenna DO, FAAP TLC Pediatrics Moulton, Daniel DO, FAAP TLC Pediatrics

ARLINGTON

Gold, Stephanie MD, FAAP Gold Pediatrics Medina, Alma MD Cook Children’s Neighborhood Clinic Arlington “Always goes above and beyond for every patient.”

—Cynthia, Grand Prairie See ad on page 16.

Morohunfola, Adunni MD Tots & Tykes Pediatrics Nussbaum, Sherry MD Office of Sherry Nussbaum MD Pilgrim-King, Karen MD Bright Star Pediatrics Raine, Wilfred MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Arlington “Dr. Raine is an amazing doctor! He is patient, kind, funny and wise! All three of my children have seen him since birth; they are now 19, 16 and 14. My kids adore him! Three very different children—with different medical issues and needs—and he treats each of them as if they are his only patient!”

—Tammy, Waxahachie See ad on page 16.

BEDFORD

Jackson, Sharon MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Bedford “My kids have been seeing Dr. Jackson since they were born; my oldest is 16. Dr. Jackson is always very nice and friendly; he has made going to the doctor not so scary. The office always makes time to see a sick child, even when you’re calling the day of.”

—Shannon, Euless See ad on page 16.

Kayani, Sana MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Bedford “Caring and personal.”

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—JoeAnn, Haltom City Leung, Christina MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Bedford “Dr. Leung is very compassionate and 20

understanding. She is very thoughtful in answering questions and never makes you feel rushed. I also love that she remembers my family. I have multiple children, and she remembers their interests and past illnesses and injuries—even when I bring in a different child.”

—Stacy, Bedford See ad on page 16.

Olivo, Julie MD USMD Mid-Cities Clinic Wheeler, James MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Bedford “He has the best bedside manners and takes his time with the families. His staff is amazing too.”

–Jill, North Richland Hills See ad on page 16.

BURLESON

Baird, Tiffany MD Baird Pediatrics McClain, Lanna MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Burleson “Dr. McClain has an excellent bedside manner. She takes the time to answer any questions. Most importantly, my children love her!”

—Rebecca, Burleson See ad on page 16.

Vert, Deborah DO Cook Children’s Pediatrics Burleson “Dr. Vert and her entire staff are so compassionate and truly care about each child and family. I have never waited more than a couple minutes to be seen, and I have made sick-visit appointments the same day. She goes above and beyond for her patients, and their love for her shows that.”

—Aimee, Burleson See ad on page 16.

CARROLLTON

Wang, Jian MD Fairway Pediatrics

DALLAS

Denison, Early MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas Diaz-Esquivel, Maribel MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas Do, Bich MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas Foster, John MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas Gray, Larry MD Woodhill Pediatric Associates Guimont, Sheree MD MD Kids Pediatrics – Oak Cliff Halsell, Karen MD, FAAP Pediatricians of Dallas Jowdy, Michelle DO Baylor Scott & White Family Medicine – Lakewood Kravitz, Michelle MD Forest Lane Pediatrics Lewis, Hilary MD, FAAP Pediatricians of Dallas Linderman, Julie MD Inwood Village Pediatrics McClard, Karen MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas McDonald, Tonya MD, FAAP Radiance Pediatrics Milici, Marjorie MD Baylor Scott & White Pediatric Center Mitchell, Damien MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

Agrawal, Anuradha MD PGV Pediatrics PA

Neely, Joe MD, FAAP Pediatricians of Dallas

Bacsik, Sue DO Oak Cliff Pediatrics

Roberts, Tana MD Pediatrics at Campbell Center

Brown, Michael MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas

Schorlemer, Roger MD Clinical Pediatric Associates

Clarke, R. Adrian MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

Seidel, Jack MD, PA Office of Jack D. Seidel, MD, PA

Copeland, Emily MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

Simon, Matthew MD Park Cities Pediatrics

Curtis, Somer MD, FAAP Pediatricians of Dallas

Straughn, Christopher MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

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Strong, Lily MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

Paruolo, William MD Office of Dr. Bill & Dr. Pete

Tang, Lynda MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

Shridharan, Lata MD, FAAP Natural Pediatrics

Waters, Melissa MD Pediatric Associates of Dallas

Stellman, Harry M. MD Office of Dr. Bill & Dr. Pete

Watkins, James MD, FAAP Pediatricians of Dallas

Terry, Stacy MD BestNest Pediatrics

Wheeler, Jennifer MD Preston Centre Pediatrics

DENTON

Goff, David MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics South Denton “Nice bedside manner, superb medical care, great staff.”

—Tonya, Forestburg See ad on page 16.

DESOTO

Keyes, Elizabeth MD Pediatrics Southwest Longshaw, Jacquelynn MD Pediatrics Southwest

EULESS

Nnamani, Ijeoma MD, FAAP Ivy Children’s Clinic

FLOWER MOUND

Dhoot, Shrikant MD Pediatric Physicians PA Pape, Jennifer MD, FAAP 18 & Under MD Wisler, Carolyn MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Flower Mound “Dr. Wisler has a way with kids that makes them feel comfortable! My kiddo has always been hesitant with doctors, and after her first visit, she said, ‘Mom, I like that doctor!’ Of course that made this mama smile with a sigh of relief!

We’ve been there five years now, and we don’t plan on going anywhere else! The nursing and office staff are always pleasant and warm. Great location too!”

—E., Flower Mound See ad on page 16.

FRISCO

Bain, Deborah MD, FAAP, ABIHM, IFMCP Healthy Kids Pediatrics Blair, Ronald MD Forest Lane Pediatrics Dickschat, Diana MD Forest Lane Pediatrics Kaplan, Seth MD TLC Pediatrics of Frisco Gondol, Sara MD, FAAP, DABP Starside Pediatrics Mannering, Isha MD Forest Lane Pediatrics McGonnell, Christopher MD Forest Lane Pediatrics Menon, Rohan MD Forest Lane Pediatrics

and beyond to show how much she cares.

When my daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, Dr. Hayes went as far as visiting us at the hospital when we were admitted to show her love and support. She has also followed up with us in between appointments. We could not have chosen a better pediatrician for my kids.”

—Laura, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

FORNEY

Baker, Jaqwiana “Mia” MD, FAAP Lake Ray Hubbard Pediatrics

FORT WORTH

Arnaout, Diane MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Forest Park “In addition to a helpful staff, zero wait times and kind nurses, Dr. Arnaout is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, responsive and genuinely cares about her patients.

She often tells me to trust my intuition and can reference up-to-date information for nearly anything I ask about. She truly cares about the whole child and makes an effort to get to know them and their interests. We would drive across the Metroplex, but she’s conveniently located across the street from the zoo.”

—Erin, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Becker, Elizabeth MD Continuum Internal Medicine & Pediatrics Charette, Vanessa MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Magnolia “She listens to me as a parent and treats me like I have thought about and researched my concerns. She is personable and my kids enjoy her fun spirit.

Every time I leave her office, I feel heard, confident and empowered as a parent.”

—Daria, Benbrook See ad on page 16.

Grajeda, Hector MD Cook Children’s Neighborhood Clinic Northside “Dr. Grajeda is truly an amazing doctor.

He takes his time, is very patient in educating us as parents, and loves his patients. He makes our children very comfortable and they look forward to seeing him every time we go.”

—Jane, Azle See ad on page 16.

Halpenny, Walter MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Southwest Harris Parkway “He is wonderful at relating to patients and making sure parents have a better understanding of the child’s health.”

—Jana, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Hamilton, Rachel MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Henderson “Dr. Hamilton is knowledgeable. She communicates with families in a loving and respectful manner. No question goes unanswered. She really cares for her patients, and that makes my family super excited about visiting her!”

—Rocio, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Hayes, Eriel MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Forest Park “Dr. Hayes is amazing when it comes to caring for her patients. She goes above

Kinloch, Ramon MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Forest Park “Dr. Kinloch goes above and beyond to make his patients and their parents feel comfortable. He is very personable and has a spectacular bedside manner. My 3-year-old no longer has a fear of going to the doctor (as he did with our previous pediatrician). Dr. Kinloch is also quick to respond to messages sent through the portal after hours.”

—Rachel, Benbrook See ad on page 16.

Mandal, Kathryn MD, FAAP Continuum Internal Medicine & Pediatrics Martin, Bruce MD Alliance Pediatrics McGehee, Frank MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Magnolia “Incredible bedside manner, treats the individual and is considerate of the family’s alternative care wishes.”

—Angela, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Mercer, Bradley MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Forest Park “Dr. Mercer is one of the kindest and most thorough doctors I’ve ever worked with. He has always been patient, informative and really takes the time to connect with my child. His staff is very friendly and efficient, and we never have to wait longer than 10 minutes.”

—Angela, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Morrow, Julee MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Southwest Harris Parkway “Caring, thoughtful and loving.”

—Kelsey, Benbrook See ad on page 16.

Olvera, Rebecca MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Southwest “Dr. Olvera is one of the sweetest doctors I have ever met. Her tender voice and bedside manner with the children are wonderful. We have gone to her for over 10 years. I have never had any doctor’s office be so kind and compassionate. I would recommend her to anyone.”

—Brandi, Benbrook See ad on page 16.

Rafati, Joyce MD Cook Children’s Medical Center “She is super fun, outgoing and makes the kids feel comfortable; at the same time, she knows how to do her job well!”

—Dana, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Readinger, Robert MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Henderson “He’s great with our children. The whole practice is responsive and I trust them wholeheartedly!”

—Brittany, Aledo See ad on page 16.

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well-being of each of my children. She takes the time to listen, investigate and communicate to make sure there are solutions to any issues.”

—Heather, Keller See ad on page 16.

Hampton, Catherine DO Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Keller Parkway “She gets to know each family and takes her time! She answers your questions, never makes you feel like you don’t know what you’re doing, and works through everything with you.”

—Lauren, Boyd See ad on page 16.

Jacob, Shelby MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Heritage “She cares so passionately about the children in her care. She is always so responsive to any questions, concerns or fears I have as a new mom. You aren’t just a number with Dr. Jacob; you are a partner with her in the care of your child.

She has the best bedside manner and always helps make the situation calm when your child is sick.”

—Megan, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Wylie, Kevin DO Cook Children’s Pediatrics Fort Worth – Southwest Harris Parkway “He goes above and beyond for my three kids. He did extensive research for us on his own and sent us recommendations and resources.”

—Holly, Fort Worth See ad on page 16.

Young, John MD Young Kids Pediatrics

“We trust everything she says. She goes out of her way to make sure my kids are healthy, and she knows just how to treat them and talk with them! She’s the best doctor ever!”

—Valerie, Rhome See ad on page 16.

Soria-Olmos, Bianka DO Cook Children’s Pediatrics Haslet “Dr. Soria-Olmos is kind and compassionate. She explains everything thoroughly and is great at listening to my concerns and letting me have a voice in my kid’s care.”

—Alicia, Haslet See ad on page 16.

HEATH

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Becker, Christopher MD Pediatric & Adolescent Specialists of Rockwall

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Pascoe, Rana MD Pediatric & Adolescent Specialists of Rockwall

Davila, Holanda MD, FAAP MD Kids Pediatrics Hopkins, Eric MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Grapevine Springs “Dr. Hopkins listens and does not rush you or your child out. He showed up at the hospital when my daughter was born.

He’s very knowledgeable and has an app that he responds to very quickly. All around, he’s a great doctor.”

—Shelby, Northlake See ad on page 16.

Scott, Anthony MD Grapevine Pediatric Clinic Shori, Vanita MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Grapevine Springs “She is very respectful, understanding, takes her time and connects with her patients and their parents.”

—Stacey, North Richland Hills See ad on page 16.

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Sonnen, Gregory MD Pediatric & Adolescent Specialists of Rockwall

IRVING

Bhatt, Anand MD Baylor Scott & White Health Pediatrics – Las Colinas Holland, Karen MD Baylor Scott & White Medical & Surgical Clinic Pediatrics Kay, Joan MD Baylor Scott & White Medical & Surgical Clinic Pediatrics

KELLER

Garza, Sara MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Keller Parkway “Dr. Garza truly cares about the

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Matlock, Kimberly MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Keller Parkway “Dr. Matlock is very personable and takes time to listen to what you have to say.

I never feel rushed or like just another number in her books.”

—Elizabeth, North Richland Hills See ad on page 16.

Terk, Jason MD, FAAP Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Keller Parkway “Level-headed, practical and sharp, Dr. Terk is an amazing pediatrician we have seen for over 10 years. His bedside manner with children is incredible, and his calming demeanor helps make the parenting life so much better.”

—Elizabeth, Keller See ad on page 16.

Wineriter, Nicole MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Heritage “Great knowledge base.”

—Paulette, Roanoke See ad on page 16.

LEWISVILLE

Levy, Kathryn MD Lake Lewisville Pediatrics Peak, Sandra MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Lewisville/ Castle Hills “She takes the time to listen and has a vested interest in your child. We never feel rushed or leave the office without all of our questions answered.”

—Jasmine, Lewisville See ad on page 16.

Varughese, Lizy MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Lewisville/ Castle Hills “She is absolutely amazing. She always goes above and beyond for my children.

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Wesp, Krystyna DO Continuum Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

Mangham, Kim MD Cook Children’s Pediatrics Keller – Keller Parkway “Dr. Mangham always calms my scared and fussy toddler. She is clear and honest when there are issues. She is a wonderful doctor that deserves recognition.”

—Charlene, Arlington See ad on page 16.

I’ve been able to get a hold of her during off hours, peak hours, weekends, nights, etc. We love her and fully trust her with our children.”

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Goebel, Charles DO Pediatric Specialists of Plano

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A proud Dallas native, Dr. Reena Kuba received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Dallas. She then earned her DDS degree from Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry. While at Baylor, she completed her certification in pediatric dentistry in addition to a Master of Science in Oral Biology.

Dr. Kuba is a certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a guest lecturer in the department of pediatrics at Texas A&M College of Dentistry. She also serves as a consultant for multiple professional organizations. She founded CDCI in 2010 and is proud to have served the community for the last decade and looks forward to many more years of service.

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WHAT’S GOT YOUR TONGUE? taking tongue-tie seriously WORDS CARRIE STEINGRUBER

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TONGUE: ©ISTOCK

ailas was a teeth-grinder for as long as his parents could remember. He also wet the bed more nights than not. “He was already 7 years old and we had to have him on Pull-Ups,” says his mom, Angela Brennan.

He had attention issues. Breathing issues. Growth issues—doctors said at age 8 he had the bones of a 5-year-old.

Thanks to his tongue, of all things.

“From the tip of the tongue to the tip of the toe is one fascial tissue,” explains Dr. Dunia Korous, Kailas’ dentist, who practices at Millennium Smiles in Frisco. “When the tongue is restricted, it pulls everything together. When the lower jaw gets narrow, the upper jaw follows, and when the upper jaw follows … the airway also gets a little narrower.”

In Kailas’ case, the restriction is ankyloglossia, or tongue-tie. A pesky strip of tissue anchors the tip of his tongue to the floor of his mouth, limiting the tongue’s movement and, unfortunately, kicking off a conga line of other symptoms.

You might associate tongue-tie with latching problems and nipple pain during breastfeeding. As more mamas get their infants’ troublesome tissue cut or lasered, some doctors have labeled the treatment a fad—at best, uninformed scaremongering, and at worst, a scheme by practitioners to profit from unnecessary procedures.

Then there are kids like Kailas, and adults like our magazine’s creative and content director, whose tongue-ties have contributed to problems with sleep, breathing, posture and focus, among other woes. Tongue-tie appears to have compounding effects over time—literally from head to toe—yet dentists and pediatricians may not look for it.

“I didn’t even know that it was an issue as you got older,” says Brennan. “I thought the only time kids had issues with tongue-ties was with breastfeeding.” dfwchild.com / The Well Guide

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SNIP IT IN THE BUD The fix for tongue-tie sounds simple (snip, snip!) but experts

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say the brief procedure is best with a side of myofunctional therapy—that is, a retraining of the mouth muscles. Patients are prescribed tongue exercises in order to learn to swallow correctly, increase their range of motion and prevent the clipped tissue from regrowing. These glossal workouts might include touching the upper lip and licking a Popsicle.

Korous believes in starting therapy before the tongue-tie release so that the tongue knows what to do once it’s free to move about the mouth.

Though Kailas hasn’t had his release procedure yet, for months he stood in front of the bathroom mirror alone, three times a day, to move his tongue.

“He gets a little embarrassed doing the facial exercises with people watching him,” Brennan reveals, adding that toys and other rewards motivated her son to keep it up.

Cole recommends facial exercises too but says the release is most important—even without therapy, kids can adapt. “It’s better to do it poorly than to not do it,” he says.

Here’s the thing about tongue-tie: Even dentists who agree on its significance don’t agree on exactly how it ought to be fixed or the extent of its impact. For example, Korous

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all tied up Symptoms to watch for (or ask your child about) that might indicate a tongue-tie:

• Trouble latching or pain

during breastfeeding • Picky eating • Speech delays or articulation problems • Snoring • Mouth breathing • Attention and behavior problems • Teeth grinding • Bedwetting • Headaches • Poor dental health • Forward head posture

believes that tongue-tie can lead to sleep breathing disorders like sleep apnea; Cole says that tongue-tie may exacerbate airway issues but isn’t the cause.

Both absolutely agree that correcting tongue-tie can change people’s quality of life, even in small ways.

After doing thousands of tongue releases, Cole went under the laser himself. “I thought, You know, when I get that released, I’ll be leaping tall buildings,” he remembers. “Nothing. I could not tell a thing, except it was sore for a few days. About three weeks later, I thought, You know, I can turn [my neck] to my left and my right and it doesn’t catch anymore.”

Over many months, Kailas has been doing facial exercises and wearing mouth appliances to expand his jaw. Though his tongue is still tied, he’s already out of Pull-Ups. “I think he’s more confident,” Brennan says. “He would have a lot more temper tantrums; now it’s very minimal. His teeth look significantly better.”

Brennan is helping spread the word about tongue-tie to her friends and neighbors with children. “If you don’t start it and correct it early,” she says, “then it’s gonna get even worse as they get older.”

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THE MORE YOU KNOW How is it that many parents and professionals are in the dark about the effects of untreated tongue-tie? Dr. Stacy Cole of Clear Fork Healthy Dental Care in Fort Worth says dental programs have a lot to cover in order to satisfy certification requirements, and there’s simply no more room in the syllabus.

“A lot of our education is after school—it just kind of gets us to where we don’t kill people,” he jokes. “And then we get out and start realizing more and more what we don’t know.”

Korous says the symptoms also evade detection because parents don’t know to ask, and kids don’t think to tell. “They don’t even talk about it because it’s the norm—it’s what they’ve been dealing with all their life,” she explains.

Ideally, tongue-tie is caught on day one; in fact, Brazil requires every infant to be examined for tongue-tie before leaving the maternity ward. When it’s not caught, kids and adults may show a range of symptoms, like Kailas, or just one or two. Thankfully, more professionals are beginning to recognize the signs and recommend treatment.

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Dr. Colter grew up in Athens, Texas. She completed her degree from Baylor College of Dentistry, where she graduated in the top of her class. She completed a Residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of California Medical Center in Los Angeles, serving as chief resident.

Dr. Colter is a board-certified pediatric dentist recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

She also holds a staff appointment at Children’s Medical Center. Dr. Colter is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Texas Dental Association and Dallas County Dental Society. Dr. Colter has also been recognized many times by her fellow dental professionals as a top pediatric dentist in the area as published in D Magazine D Best and Texas Monthly’s Super Dentists.

Away from the office, Dr. Colter enjoys spending time with her husband, Dr. Shandon Colter, their beautiful children, Sydney and Landon. Dr. Colter also enjoys traveling, and time spent with friends and family.

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Yoo, Sage DMD Sprout Dentistry for Kids

GARLAND

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Tujios, Aleco DDS, MS Woodhill Dental Specialties

Hoang, Lily DMD Shiny Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

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Lindley, Anne DDS Texas Dentistry for Kids

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Preece, Adam DDS The Pediatric Dental Specialists “Dr. Preece makes going to the dentist fun and enjoyable for the kids.”

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Preece, Anya DDS, PSM Tiny Teeth Pediatric Dentistry “She is one amazing dentist. Knowledgeable, patient and caring—she is one of a kind. I’ve visited other pediatric dentists, but none like her. My child was extremely anxious, but she made him feel at ease. She is great!”

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Barefield, Donna DDS, MSD Barefield Pediatric Dentistry

FLOWER MOUND

Duffy, Debra DDS, PA Debra C. Duffy DDS Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry Waters, Melissa DDS Dental Care 4 Kids

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Barnett, John DDS Kids Stop Dental Beville III, R. Nelson DDS Fort Worth Children’s Dentistry Brazeal, Jerod DDS Legacy Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry Gold Rector, Elizabeth DDS Legacy Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry Jamison, Drew DDS Fort Worth Children’s Dentistry

Talaiver, Julie DDS Firewheel Dentistry for Kids

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McAnthony, Bridget DDS Bridget McAnthony, DDS Pediatric Dentistry

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Morrow, Jack W. DDS, MSD Fort Worth Children’s Dentistry

Lin, Jin DMD Hurst Pediatric Dentistry

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Justin Warcup, DDS Pediatric Dentistry 5x Mom Approved Justin Warcup, DDS, is the owner of North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. Dr. Warcup earned a doctor of dental surgery (DDS) degree at Ohio State University (OSU), where he also was on the dean’s list, served as president of the OSU Dental Entrepreneur Society, and co-founded OSU’s La Clinica Latina to provide dental care to an underserved community.

Dr. Warcup is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Academy of Laser Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and Fort Worth District Dental Society.

Dr. Warcup and his wife have four children. When he is not in the office helping patients or at home enjoying his family, Dr. Warcup serves in leadership capacities with youth groups in the community—where he coaches sports teams, leads scouting groups.

“At North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, every member of The Smile Team aims to help our patients enjoy their trips to the dentist so much that they look forward to the next visit! We recognize that each patient is special and invaluable, and we celebrate them. I consider it both an honor and a privilege to provide Fort Worth’s youth the highest quality dental care in the best possible environment,” says Dr. Warcup. “I love what I do, and I truly believe I have the greatest job on this earth.”

North Texas Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics 3550-C Hulen St. Fort Worth, TX 76107 817-732-9341 northtexassmiles.com

Michael J. Delgado, DDS, MS Orthodontics

8x Mom Approved Michael Delgado, DDS, MS, believes that healthy, improved smiles can improve lives and inspire confidence. Dr. Delgado is an Orthodontic Specialist, using state-of-the-art equipment to ensure optimal treatment for children, teens, and adults in his Mid-Cities location.

Delgado Orthodontics

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Anya Preece, DDS, PSM Pediatric Dentistry 3x Mom Approved Dr. Anya Preece has dedicated her profession to becoming a nurturing dental provider specializing in infants, children, teens and patients with special needs. Her professional expertise is complimented by her perspective as a mother including two with special healthcare needs. She has built a team who are devoted to working with children. We think of our patients as members of our dental family and want you to feel like our office is your dental home.

Tiny Teeth Pediatric Dentistry 2820 N. Belt Line Rd. #200 Sunnyvale, TX 75182 972-674-TINY (8469) tinyteethtx.com

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ROWLETT

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Ragan, Michael DDS Ragan Orthodontics “It’s a kid-friendly office, and the staff and Dr. Ragan are always so happy. Dr. Ragan is smart, focused on patients and efficient.”

—Sharon, Dallas See ad on page 33.

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The office hours are great to get kids in before and after school. I have two daughters in braces and they make their appointments together, which is nice.

Payment options are great. Dr. Delgado is honest about treatment plans, which means a lot. He checked my daughter numerous times before putting braces on, which was not the case with some other orthodontists.”

—Natalie, Fort Worth See ad on page 35.

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ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY DALLAS

Gannon, John DDS Dallas Oral Surgery Associates

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Throughout the whole process—from diagnosis through surgery and post-op visits—I could not have been more pleased. He is very knowledgeable, and he is always welcoming and available for all of my questions and concerns. I highly recommend him.”

—Anita, Grand Prairie See ad on back cover.

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AGES 6–12:

AGES 12–18:

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ALL IMAGES; NOUN PROJECT. SOURCES: CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION; NEMOURS KIDSHEALTH; AMERICAN SPEECH-LANGUAGE-HEARING ASSOCIATION; ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE INACTIVE FOR LONGER THAN

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FEAR FACTORS

recognize the signs of anxiety disorders in kids

F

ELAINE ROGERS

irst there were tantrums. Then uncooperativeness.

“She couldn’t transition between activities well either,” says Keri Stoner Davis of Lewisville, whose daughter Kaylee was in preschool at the time. “They told us she would hang onto her anger for days.”

Jennifer Nintzel, a Mansfield mother, has dealt with different behaviors attached to the same diagnosis: anxiety.

Her son Liam seemed increasingly apprehensive. Sleepovers became a nightmare. He’d want to be with friends, then in the middle of the night Nintzel would get a panicked plea for pickup.

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“Even at home, when new people were invited to the house, he’d ask all these questions about who they were and why they had to come over,” Nintzel reveals.

Nintzel brought her concerns to their pediatrician but says the doctor “pretty much discounted the whole situation” and labeled it as a phase.

“It’s hard because other people don’t understand,” she continues.

“It’s sort of like an invisible thing.”

INSTINCTS ON OVERDRIVE Invisible though it may be, anxiety is pervasive: According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders affect 25% of children ages 13–18, and the National Institute of Mental Health puts this figure closer to 32%. If untreated, experts say, kids are at higher risk of performing poorly in school and engaging in substance abuse as well as missing out on important social experiences.

Nicholas Westers, a clinical psychologist at Children’s Health and assistant professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center, says parents often miss anxiety indicators because it can manifest differently in children.

“Because younger children don’t have the emotional vocabulary yet to express when they’re anxious or scared, the child might be acting physically aggressive or breaking things at home, or even hiding under the bed when it’s time to go to school,” he explains.

Ardis Lo, a counselor and play therapy specialist at Therapy on the Square in McKinney, says children commonly exhibit signs of separation anxiety as early as ages 3 to 4.

“By the time they’re in second to third grade … kids start becoming more aware of and anxious about the academic expectations,” she explains.

“We tend to see social anxiety becoming more of an issue for pre-adolescents, although that can start younger too.”

Westers notes that anxiety in and of itself “is not a bad thing.

Emotions serve functions, and our fight-or-flight response can keep us safe. Anxiety is only too much if it begins to impair a child’s functioning.”

ANXIOUS PARENTS, ANXIOUS KIDS Someone with a parent or sibling with social anxiety disorder is reportedly two to three times more likely to develop the disorder than someone without a family history. Some say anxiety may seem to run in the family due to passed-on behaviors.

“When parents are hypervigilant, anxious, worried and on edge, kids are too,” explains Kathryn Everest, director of counseling services for Fort Worth ISD. “If Mom gets stressed out when she watches politics on TV or is always complaining about drama with friends or co-workers, that rubs off on the children.”

Everest theorizes that devices are also a factor. “Think about all the gadgets and electronics our kids have,” she says. “Everything’s louder, screens are larger and the action is fast, fast, fast. It gets way more intense than what previous generations dealt with.”

Westers says a child might be genetically predisposed to shyness or anxiety and then begin to experience “clinical levels of anxiety” as a result of bullying, perhaps, or trauma.

That doesn’t mean it’s possible to avoid anxiety disorders by avoiding stress. “A better strategy,” notes Westers, “is to help them learn to tolerate and have strategies in place for dealing with stressful situations.”

Everest notes that parents sometimes struggle to understand.

“They think, ‘What do you have to be anxious about? I feed you, I clothe you, I get you where you need to be,’” she explains.

Parents may attach a stigma to anxiety disorder and be reluctant to seek treatment, or they might view anxiety as a phase.

“It’s not uncommon for parents or even teachers to say things like, ‘Everybody has emotions like that’ or ‘He’ll grow out of it,’” Westers says, adding that adults may respond by saying, “Just relax.” For a child who has anxiety, such phrases can invalidate their feelings.

ADDING TO THE MIX Davis took the teachers’ concerns seriously and signed her daughter up for play therapy. It helped Kaylee, and helped her parents

understand how she expressed anxiety. She went on to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

The CBT approach is “something like, ‘I know you’re scared. That’s OK. We can get through this. It’s not fun, but that’s the anxiety talking,’” Westers says.

“The next step is to teach them how to talk back to the anxiety. … It helps them become aware of [it,] and they have some strategies in place and ways of coping.”

Davis believes CBT made it possible to delay medication for her daughter’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Anxiety often co-exists with ADHD, depression and similar disorders. By the time Garland mom Christina’s son was 4, he had been diagnosed with three conditions, including anxiety disorder. (She asked to keep her last name private.)

“It was so stressful—even doing homework was combative,” Christina recalls. “We’d get calls from school because he would withdraw, act out or freak out.”

A BUMPY ROAD AHEAD Christina’s son became happier after transitioning to a private school that specializes in serving students with these conditions.

He is medication-free, although they tried different prescription drugs. “Those either aggravated his symptoms or he was totally out of it,” she shares.

The Nintzels started Liam on a very low dose of antianxiety medication. His mother says she’s keeping an eye on it because antipsychotics and antidepressants, often prescribed for anxiety, can make symptoms worse or cause other health problems. Counseling has helped Liam. Still, it’s a struggle for families such as theirs to maintain coping strategies as kids age and anxiety triggers change.

“And it’s distressing that he thinks there’s something wrong with him,” Nintzel says. “We have to constantly tell him there’s nothing wrong with him—it’s just who he is.”

Liam’s parents coined a phrase to help their son cope: “Anxiety just doesn’t make any sense.”

“The fear is irrational … but that doesn’t matter,” Nintzel points out. “It’s how he feels, so it’s very, very real.”

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Mom Approved

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Feldman, Sara PhD, BCBA, LBA The Helm ABA Sanders, Alexandria BCBA, LABA The Helm ABA

ARLINGTON

Skelton, Evan BCBA, LBA Shine Behavioral “Evan works hard to get my son where he needs to be and loves him through it all.”

—DeAndra, Mansfield See ad on page 45.

BIOFEEDBACK ADDISON

Lozano, Rusty LPC, BCB, IMC Center for Biofeedback & Behavior Therapy

CHIROPRACTIC ALEDO

Goode, Darcy DC The Chiropractic Place for Mommy & Me

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Parker, Michelle DC, CACCP, IBCLC The Chiropractic Place for Mommy & Me

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Harrison, Jonathon DC New Directions Chiropractic

McKie, Shannon MEd, BCBA, LBA Light Up the Spectrum Bledsoe, Angelica RBT PediaPlex Sharp, Audra RBT Concept Connections Wood, Mercedes BCBA Concept Connections

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Juma, Shamim MEd, BCBA, LBA Pediatrics Plus “I love the staff! Everyone cares so much about the kids’ progress and helping them reach their full potential!”

—Terra, Carrollton See ad on page 43.

MCKINNEY

Coffey, Amanda PhD, BCBA-D, LBA Autism Treatment Center & Day Program Behavior Network

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Keese, Jenny BCBA Concept Connections Moses, Nikki MEd, LBA-BCBA Consulting 4 the Spectrum

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Osarollor, JaNair DC, CD (DONA) Sow Graceful Chiropractic

Wilshire, Tayla BCBA PediaPlex

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FORT WORTH

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Porteus, Nikki DC Renew & Restore Wellness York, Meghan DC, CACCP Loving Life Chiropractic

WYLIE

Blankenship, Meghan DC Whole Life Chiropractic

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Lambert, Allison LPC-S Original Intent Counseling

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Kumar, Roshini LPC RK Counseling, LLC and Children’s Health “She connects so easily with her patients.

She is sincere, professional and provides applicable practices.”

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Cagle, Mark LPC Mindful Life Counseling Campbell, Kittie LPC Center for Social Success Engberg, Kristin LPC Park Cities Child & Family Counseling Fedro, Holly LCSW Center for Social Success

Hahn, Heather PhD, LPC-S, TIYT Aspen Consulting Services

Fischer, Lizelle LPC Intentional Counseling

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Jung, Sarah LPC Frisco Counseling & Wellness

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Kazemi-Mohammadi, Leza (Reza) PhD, LPC Kazmo Brain Center

Jones, Chris LPC-S Lifeologie Kern, Emily LCSW Office of Emily Kern, LCSW

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Sewell, Erica LCSW, RPT, CAS Full Circle Counseling & Family Services

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FLOWER MOUND

Miller Nguyen, Monica LPC Therapy on the Square

Trotter, Kay PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S Kaleidoscope Behavioral Health

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GRAND PRAIRIE

Métoyer, Melissa MRC My Resurrection Fern

NEURO INTEGRATION FORT WORTH

Rae, Leanna MSSW, CPLC, TBIT, RMT Kid’s Brain Tree at the Center for the Healing Arts

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY BEDFORD

Burget, Frankie OTR/LC, LMT/MI, BCIM, BCIP, CST, SEP, CNDT Windsong Therapy & Wellness

DALLAS

Freeman, Candice OTD, MOT, OTR Tears To Cheers Handwriting Clinic McBride, Elizabeth OT, CWC North Texas Therapy Innovations Pfiffner, Dalton MOT, OTL Therapeutic Movements Reneau, Keelie MOT, OTR Theraplay Associates

H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S

DALLAS

Balint-Bravo, Sarah LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC Park Cities Child & Family Counseling Lozano, Erin LPC-S, RPT-S Center for Social Success McLaughlin, Laura LPC, RPT HeadFirst Counseling Mullins, Kimberly LPC, RPT HOPE Child & Family Center of Texas West, Brooke PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S HOPE Child & Family Center of Texas

FORT WORTH

Colatriano, Jaime LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR-Trained Center for Counseling & Family Relationships Dorough, Chelsea LCSW, EMDRTrained Center for Counseling & Family Relationships Fescenmeyer, Alison LPC, EMDRTrained Center for Counseling & Family Relationships Guhl, Courtney LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC Terra Therapies Hensley, Dawn LPC, AutPlay Certified Center for Counseling & Family Relationships Johnson, Rhonda LPC-S, LMFT-S, RPT-S, CEAP, EMDR Consultant in Training Center for Counseling & Family Relationships Oakes, Emily LPC Intern Center for Counseling & Family Relationships

FRISCO

FORT WORTH

Bryant, JaNae OTR Goodwin Therapy

Cantu, Sara PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, CEDS-S, RPT-S Play Therapy with Sara Cantu

Khammar, Sue OTR Cowtown Pediatrix Clinic

Heath, Robi LPC-S Kid Talk

Mendoza, Lindsey OT PediaPlex

KELLER

SOUTHLAKE

Tailleur, Mariah MEd, LPC, RPT Keller Child & Family Therapy

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Schumann, Brandy LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S Therapy on the Square

DALLAS

PLANO

Johnson, Monica OT Pediaplex

Allen, Becky PT, DPT Genesis PT & Wellness Hall, Renita LPTA, RMT Therapeutic Movements

FORT WORTH

Ball, Allison PT, DPT Woerner Physical Therapy Woerner, Marie PT, DPT, WCS, CLT Woerner Physical Therapy

PLAY THERAPY CORINTH

Graham, Christy LPC-S, RPT-S Acorn Counseling Education Services “I feel that Christy goes the extra mile to help the entire family. She is very knowledgeable, stays up to date with groundbreaking research and applies that in her work.!”

—Kelsey, Argyle See ad on page 25.

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MCKINNEY

DALLAS

Yeamans, Gabriel MD Child & Family Guidance Center

FORT WORTH

Dixon, Brian MD Progressive Psychiatry

IRVING

Torres-Roca, Ilianai MD DFW Child Psychiatry

PLANO

Khalid, Humaira MD Psymed Solutions & Aesthetics

PSYCHOLOGY DALLAS

Crossley, Tia LSSP, LP, HSP Crossley Psychological Services “Dr. Crossley is an exceptional child advocate within community and school settings. Her help is easy to understand and apply to daily life. She is truly an outstanding clinician.”

—Brandy, Dallas See ad on page 25.

Miltenberger, Paula PhD Women’s Mental Wellness Strenger, Nathaniel PsyD The Center for Integrative Counseling & Psychology

FORT WORTH

Mortimer, Jordana LP, LSSP Brainstorm Learning

MANSFIELD

Brenner, Caroline PhD The Jones Center for Children’s Therapy & Assessment

SPEECH THERAPY DALLAS

Friedman, Laura CCC-SLP Bloom Speech & Language Therapy Jackson, McKenna CCC-SLP Dallas Reading & Language Services Lawson, Kelsey MS, CCC-SLP Callier Center for Communication Disorders McFarlin, Michelle MS, CCC-SLP The Social Communication Connection Sorokwasz, Meredith CCC-SLP Let’s Talk Speech Therapy Waldrup, Breanna MS, CCC-SLP Apraxia Dallas

D’Amore, Kelsey LPC, RPT, EMDRTrained Connect to Thrive

Broom, Krista MS, CCC-SLP Beelieve Pediatric Therapy

Rees, Sarah MS, LPC, RPT, NCC Brave Space Counseling

Goehring, Caitlin SLP PediaPlex

RICHARDSON

Goodwin, Gabriela CCC-SLP Goodwin Therapy

Hawkins, Joshua LPC, RPT Bright Spot Counseling Moss, Bethany LPC, RPT, EMDRTrained Aspen Haus Associates Ritzi, Rochelle PhD, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S, CCPT-S, CPRT-S Bright Spot Counseling

PSYCHIATRY ALLEN

Reid, Shauna MD North Texas Child Psychiatry

The Well Guide / dfwchild.com

FORT WORTH

Holt, Shelby CCC-SLP Goodwin Therapy

FRISCO

Stoneman, Katie CCC-SLP Frisco Speech & Language Therapy

MCKINNEY

Hancock, Christian CCC-SLP Heart & Soul Speech

SOUTHLAKE

McPhearson, Karen SLP PediaPlex