EVENTS
Please join us on Monday, October 28th at 7:30p for a fascinating meeting of hot topics and timely discussions on children's health generously sponsored by Children's Dentistry of North Dallas. We'll have leading pediatric experts discussing current issues in their field before opening it up to a panel discussion and Q&A from the audience. We'll cover everything from how to recognize tongue and lip ties (and can they really affect speech?) to signs of early behavior differences and everything in between. This is a meeting you won't want to miss! Spouses welcome!
Our speakers:
Dr. Lara Holly
Dr. Lara Holly has been making smiles sparkle at Children's Dentistry of North Dallas since 1998, providing pediatric dentistry for infants, children, and special needs. The core values of her practice include a genuine and principled approach to your child's care, creating a foundation of respect and open-mindedness. Dr. Rei Iwase joined the practice in 2017 and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
TOPICS:
* Oral care for infants & toddlers
* Breastfeeding issues & tongue-tie restrictions
* Some toddler dental injuries
https://www.hollykidsdentistry.com
Dr. Elizabeth Thomas
Dr. Elizabeth Thomas is a board-certified pediatrician with Diamond Physicians in Dallas, TX and is well known to be gifted in the health and wellness of children. As a pediatrician for close to 10 years, she has worked with numerous families to make wise, healthy decisions that can impact them for a lifetime. She is married to an amazing husband and has the joy of raising 3 beautiful children.
* Overall health and wellness as well as most common topics parents are asking in her office.
https://diamondphysicians.com/our-team/dr-elizabeth-thomas
Kristen M. Ohlenforst, PhD
Kristen M. Ohlenforst, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Therapy Dallas, a group practice offering coordinated and comprehensive psychological services for children, adolescents, and adults in the Dallas area. Having trained at Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Stanford School of Medicine, Dr. Ohlenforst specializes i Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals with Anxiety Disorders, and individualized Parent Consultation for parents of children and adolescents with various emotional and behavioral difficulties. As co-author of Moose the Worry Mutt Goes to Doggie Daycare, a therapeutic children's picture book teaches children how to "bark back" at their worries, Dr. Ohlenforst enjoys speaking to groups and parents, students, and school administration on topics related to identifying and managing childhood anxiety.
* Helping Little Ones with Big Worries
* Learning to Worry Wisely: Examining the Parental Perspective and Learning to Worry About the "Right" Things
http://www.TherapyDallas.com
http://www.MooseTheWorryMutt.com
EVENT:
October General Membership Meeting, focus on Children's Health, sponsored by Children's Dentistry of North Dallas
Monday, October 28th, 2019 @ 7:30p
The Goldberg Family Early Childhood Center at the JCC
7900 Northaven Road, Dallas, TX 75230
Swing by our all member Happy Hour hosted by Arepa TX on Wednesday, November 6th from 4:00p-6:00p. We have the backroom reserved (which has a children's train table and other activities), so feel free to stop by with or without the kiddos!
Arepa is generously providing the first glass of Sangria to members and a mini paleta to each child. Added bonus, if you want to bring dinner home to your family, Arepa will be donating 10% of all proceeds from food sold that night back to PHECA!
See you at HH, ladies!!
Happy Hour hosted by Arepa TX
Arepa TX
5940 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
Wednesday, November 6th from 4:00p-6:00p
Thanksgiving Pajama Playdate
Kids Garden Club
11661 Preston Road, Suite 150, Dallas, TX 75230
Saturday, November 16th @ 10:00am
Join PHECA as we give back by serving a meal to the women and children staying at Genesis Women's Shelter. More details to come!
Genesis Women's Shelter was created to give women in abusive situations a way out. Their mission: To provide safety, shelter, and support for women who have experienced domestic violence and to raise awareness regarding its cause, prevalence, and impact. Since Genesis opened in 1985, the Shelter has helped 1,200 women and children find a way out of abuse each year.
Genesis Women's Shelter was founded with a goal to not just help women, but to completely eradicate domestic violence. They address the issue holistically and give each women the same message: there is help and there is hope!
Mom's Night Out: Mom's Give Back at Genesis Women's Shelter & Support
Genesis Women's Shelter
4411 Lemmon Avenue, Dallas, TX 75219
Thursday, November 21st. Early evening. Exact time TBD.
.png)
