Wonderfully Made Wellness Sanctuary

03/10/2026

We get lots of questions about starting solids and choking rescue is one of the most common ones. Do you know what to do in case of choking for your infant or child? Or even an adult? Learn what to do BEFORE an emergency arises. We offer CPR and choking rescue classes in addition to comprehensive pediatric care.

03/05/2026

I choose 1, 2 (Are the groceries free too?? Cause 😫), 5. What’s your choice?

~Michelle

02/24/2026

We’re past ice season so that means it’s now Hand Foot and Mouth Disease season! This gem of a virus loves to circulate in the Spring and can be contracted more than once. It often begins with an isolated fever followed by the onset of lesions a day or two later. Despite its name, HFMD can cause lesions all over the body, including in the diaper area. There’s no prescription treatment for HFMD but we have a host of natural remedies to soothe the symptoms. As always, we’re here to guide you through the illness.

02/19/2026

History lesson incoming! We often get questions about "homeopathic" treatment options. Sometimes, this is referring to an actual homeopathic remedy such as Hepar Sulph or Pulsatilla. Sometimes, "homeopathic" is being used as a descriptor to mean "natural", "holistic", or "non-pharmaceutical". Homeopathy is a centuries old medical system based on the principle of "like cures like". Remedies come in pellet, liquid and topical forms and are plant, mineral or animal based. They are prescribed and dosed base on symptoms. Any treatments falling outside of this system such as detox baths, herbs, etc are natural/holistic/non-pharmaceutical but are not homeopathy. There are a wide range of alternative therapies available and we are always happy to guide you in decision making.

02/12/2026

Check out page 33 of the current DFWChild to see Jana Ivey Spillers recognized again this year for excellence in lactation care. Mom Approved awards mean the world to us because they're entirely driven by patient nominations. Thank you for allowing us to serve your families!

Education Texas’ New Parental Rights Law: What It Changes for DFW Families From curriculum transparency to consent forms, here’s what parents should expect from schools this year

02/10/2026

It’s almost time for “The Chlorine Burn”. This happens every spring and without fail, we see more itchy, dry skin on our kiddos in the office. Some have even reported chemical burns. My best advice is to have a water filter on your shower/bath in advance to mitigate this. I recommend them year round, especially for those suffering with dry skin and eczema. Even plain tap water can leech the moisture out of skin and cause dryness. If your child is struggling with this, reach out for help. We’re here to guide you.

NORTH TEXAS WATER TO TEMPORARILY CHANGE TASTE AND SMELL

NTMWD will switch to chlorine disinfection from March 2–30, which may cause noticeable taste and odor changes in drinking water.

https://dallasexpress.com/metroplex/millions-across-north-texas-to-notice-chlorine-taste-in-tap-water-during-maintenance/

02/05/2026

The Dr. Ardis Show and Michelle had a good chat about prenatal infections last week!

02/04/2026

I shared this post on my personal page recently and got so many questions that I thought I’d share here to help and encourage you all as well.
My four year old sat up in bed at 11 pm one night about two weeks ago and let out a barking cough. I ninja leapt out of bed and grabbed my croup homeopathy and the nebulizer because I knew exactly what was coming. After the next bark, the stridor started but I already had the first dose of medicine in my hand. I’ve been keeping these remedies in my bedside table for YEARS. I never travel without them either. He needed four rounds of the ceoup protocol but the worst of the attack was over in about 15-20 minutes. Average EMS response time is 10-12 minutes, depending on your location. Many of our families are much further from emergency services than that. Let that sink in. Croup can be caused by a multitude of upper respiratory viruses, many of which are circulating right now. I always encourage parents to be prepared before croup strikes in the middle of the night when you only have access to yourself and the ER. I have zero desire to call 911 in the middle of the night unless it’s really warranted, especially in a Texas ice storm. Let’s stock our “medicine” cabinets and stay out of the hospital if we can, alright?
~Jana

01/30/2026

Our natural minded families often report giving “Genexa” in times of illness. Sometimes the brand name is used as a catch all for OTC medications the way some use “Kleenex” instead of “tissue”. The Genexa brand makes multiple non-GMO medications with organic ingredients, most of which contain the same active ingredient as mainstream brands. Their claim to fame is that they make “clean” medications without the usual preservatives, dyes and artificial flavors. While eliminating these ingredients is always beneficial, many families believe these medications are completely natural. This means that parents are often giving Acetamenophen, Dextromethorphan, Guafenisin, Chlorpheniramine without realizing it. These are the same active ingredients as Tylenol, Robitussin, Mucinex and multiple other conventional OTCs. They carry the same side effects and age and dosing restrictions as conventional over the counter medications. While Genexa does make some homeopathic remedies, not all of their products are homeopathics. It’s important to read labels and always consult your provider if you need guidance.

01/29/2026

Our favorite pediatric neuropsychologist is starting a social skills group soon for ages 5 to 7. We’ve had multiple families inquire about this kind of group for their child. Start date is soon so please check this out asap if you were one of the families needing this kind of intervention.
The Institute for Healing

01/24/2026

Stay warm y’all! For the record- I prefer everyone is changing diapers in 9 months!!
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Your team is available by phone and I am monitoring a couple of fresh babies at home in the event I have to head out in the farm truck! Fingers crossed!

~ Michelle