Airway First

Our guest today is Dr. Neel Bulchandani, a holistic chiropractor, bodyworker, movement teacher, podcaster, and philosopher. He utilizes systems thinking in a field he developed called Integrative Airway & Feeding Chiropractic. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2008. He created the Airway Map – a new way of understanding the body’s maladapted patterns from tongue ties, narrow palates, and jaw issues – and from that understanding, he specializes in helping babies, children, and adults heal. He coordinates care with other experts in the airway field, and he has developed protocols for helping optimize outcomes with tongue tie, palate, and jaw surgeries. He guides patients and practitioners virtually in this work, and he also sees patients in California in Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles.You can find out more about Dr. Neel at neelbulchandani.com.Show Notes:Electromagnetic HypersensitivityDr. Ben Greenfield (Biohacking)Violet Light Therapy

Our guest today is Dr. David McIntosh, a Pediatric ENT Specialist with a particular interest in airway obstruction, facial and dental development, and its relationship to ENT airway problems, and middle ear disease. He is also passionate about Indigenous Health. He has undertaken advanced surgical training in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatric training at Starship Children’s Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand.Dr. McIntosh has been published in peer-reviewed ENT Journals worldwide, has presented on ENT topics throughout Australia and overseas, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. During his career, Dr. McIntosh has held memberships with the Australian and New Zealand Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Australasian Rhinological Society, and the Australasian Sleep Association.He is also the author of “Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?”, "A Parent's Guide to Sleep Disordered Breathing," and "Mental Health: Exploring How Problems of the Ear, Nose, and TYhroat May Affect Your Mental Health." You can find out more about Dr. McIntosh at https://entspecialists.com.au/. Show Notes:Airway obstruction and brain dysfunction in children - CAFF Blog Facebook for Dr. McIntoshStudy of Sleep Apnea and Motor Vehicle Crashes - NCBI Article

Our guest today is Dr. David McIntosh, a Pediatric ENT Specialist with a particular interest in airway obstruction, facial and dental development, and its relationship to ENT airway problems, and middle ear disease. He is also passionate about Indigenous Health. He has undertaken advanced surgical training in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatric training at Starship Children’s Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand.Dr. McIntosh has been published in peer-reviewed ENT Journals worldwide, has presented on ENT topics throughout Australia and overseas, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. During his career, Dr. McIntosh has held memberships with the Australian and New Zealand Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Australasian Rhinological Society, and the Australasian Sleep Association.He is also the author of “Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?”, "A Parent's Guide to Sleep Disordered Breathing," and "Mental Health: Exploring How Problems of the Ear, Nose, and TYhroat May Affect Your Mental Health." You can find out more about Dr. McIntosh at https://entspecialists.com.au/. Show Notes:Airway obstruction and brain dysfunction in children - CAFF Blog Facebook for Dr. McIntosh"Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?" by Dr. Dravid McIntosh

Our guest today is Claire Duque, a Myofunctional Therapist & Occupational Therapist. Before being trained in myofunctional therapy, Claire served the adult population as an occupational therapist. Having a child with airway issues ignited her passion for this space and her desire to help kids and their futures.Claire believes that sleep and breathing are the cornerstones of health for a child. Claire is particularly passionate about early intervention and the role orofacial dysfunction plays in a child's behavior, sensory system, health, immunity, allergies, and cognitive development. Treatment includes comprehensive assessment and evaluation, muscle training and exercises, and retraining in breathing, nasal breathing, tongue posture, and tongue thrust.You can read Claire’s full story in her own words in a guest blog she did with CAFF here: Link to Claire's Blog Post.Show Notes:Claire Duque on InstagramClaire's Blog Post on Her Son's Airway Journey

My guest today is Mallory Roberts--- a Speech Pathologist trained in craniosacral therapy, myo-functional therapy, and infant massage. She is particularly interested in infant reflux, infant oral development, and bottle feeding. Through her professional work and due to the lack of support during her own babies’ feeding journeys, she created The Feeding Mom. Here, she empowers parents through their feeding journeys locally and worldwide. Her philosophy is that every parent deserves to love feeding their baby. You can learn more about Mallory at thefeedingmom.com.Show Notes:Mallory RobertsThe Feeding Mom on InstagramInfant into Toddlerhood Oral Play Guide, from The Feeding MomCraniosacral and Movement Techniques for Parents, from The Feeding MomFeeding Support Guide, from The Feeding MomDr. Steven Hall

My guest today is Jordan Rusk, BS, RPSGT, CCSH. As the Program Director at Lone Star College-Kingwood and an RPSGT, her work revolves around advancing healthcare education in sleep medicine and providing career opportunities for individuals with a passion for healthcare and helping others. At Texas Children's Hospital, Jordan's role as a Sleep Educator involved formulating a comprehensive training program to enhance the onboarding experience for sleep lab staff. This initiative underlines her commitment to medical education and the utilization of my expertise in both adult and pediatric sleep medicine to contribute to the betterment of our healthcare system.You can learn more about Jordan via her LinkedIn profile here.Show Notes:Jordan Rusk, BS, RPSGT, CCSHSleep Education ConsortiumTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is Dmitry Spektor, RPSGT, CCSH. Dmitry is a registered sleep technologist with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of sleep disorder medicine, sleep research, and clinical trials.He is the Sleep Lab Operations Manager for Pediatric Sleep Specialists in Texas (offices available in Texas and Colorado). Previously, he was the Lead Sleep Technologist for Memorial Hermann Hospital and Children's Hospital Los Angeles.You can learn more about Dmitry via his LinkedIn profile here.Show NotesDmitry Spektor, RPSGT, CCSHPediatric Sleep SpecialistsTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is Jatin Tekchandani, recently elected Vice President of the Texas Society of Sleep Professionals, who is a multifaceted expert in sleep medicine and data analytics. With a diverse background spanning polysomnography, engineering, and leadership roles, his career encompasses diagnosis, therapy development, and cutting-edge research.Starting as a night technologist, Jatin worked his way up through hands-on experience, earning prestigious credentials from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists, the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists, the American Board of Sleep Medicine, and the Computing Technology Industry Association. He also holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Houston. Jatin's passion lies in empowering sleep technologists with the clinical and technical strategies needed to excel in diagnosing and treating patients using the latest technologies. As a researcher and trainer, he is at the forefront of advancing sleep medicine through data-driven insights and innovative approaches. With his unique blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and commitment to professional development, Jatin is a driving force in shaping the future of sleep technology and fostering excellence in the field.You can learn more about JT and the Texas Society of Sleep Professionals at txssp.org.Show NotesJatin Tekchandani, MSBME, R. EEG T., RPSGTTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is mom of three, Jenny Gay. Jenny and her family have been on an airway journey that includes all three of her sons and herself.In this episode, Jenny shares her ups and downs, tips, and many of the resources she has found along the way. She hopes this information will help other parents in their own airway journeys with their children.Show NotesDr. George Rivera, DDS: WebsiteCAFF Facebook Group: The Airway HuddleCAFF Recommended Reading ListMyofunctional Therapist: Kristen MillerVivos GuideIBLCE

Show Notes:Throughout the episode, Dr. Mitchell mentions several resources that may be useful for both parents and medical professionals. This blog post is dedicated on providing all of that supporting material:TherePlay LA - Dr. Marielly Mitchell's websiteMyoMuncheeBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art, by James NestorALF Appliance/OrthodonticsThe Airway Huddle - CAFF Parent's Facebook Support GroupAirway CircleThe Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Child's Care Team

My guest today is Dr. Hilary Pada. Hilary was raised with an appreciation of nature, family, community, and creativity. Born and raised in Kelowna, Hilary returned home after University years having backpacked in Africa, Europe, Central America and lots of road trips through Canada! A 2000 graduate of UBC Dental School. Dr. Pada's interest in Hospital, Emergency, and Complex Medical-Dental care motivated her to pursue the UBC-VGH General Dental Residency. Exposure to Oral Oncology piqued her interest and brought her home to work at BCCancer in Kelowna, start her family and raise 2 beautiful daughters.Since 2001, Hilary has served patients in private practice dentistry and at BCCancer Kelowna. She embarked on a new journey in Myofunctional Care and Integrative Oral Medicine when her youngest daughter’s health needs collided with a planned dental care path. Her many hours of continued learning exposed her to a different way of thinking…that breathing issues and body tensions are the root cause of many dental conditions. This has not been an easy path. It conflicts on some level with many aspects of established health care, which has been a challenge personally and professionally. It has been a personal healing journey as much as learning a new way to show up as a dentist in integrative health care. “Once you see it, you cannot unsee it”, “breath forms life forms” and “meet people where the are at” are common phrases spoken about this path. Hilary is fortunate to have assembled a strong, supportive and growing team of dedicated health professionals whose combined passion forms CO₂llaborative Care + Research.You can find out more about Dr. Pada at www.co2llab.care.For access to all photos, videos, and resources, visit the blog posting at childrensairwayfirst.org/blogs.

My guest today is Dr. Hilary Pada. Hilary was raised with an appreciation of nature, family, community, and creativity. Born and raised in Kelowna, Hilary returned home after University years having backpacked in Africa, Europe, Central America and lots of road trips through Canada! A 2000 graduate of UBC Dental School. Dr. Pada's interest in Hospital, Emergency, and Complex Medical-Dental care motivated her to pursue the UBC-VGH General Dental Residency. Exposure to Oral Oncology piqued her interest and brought her home to work at BCCancer in Kelowna, start her family and raise 2 beautiful daughters.Since 2001, Hilary has served patients in private practice dentistry and at BCCancer Kelowna. She embarked on a new journey in Myofunctional Care and Integrative Oral Medicine when her youngest daughter’s health needs collided with a planned dental care path. Her many hours of continued learning exposed her to a different way of thinking…that breathing issues and body tensions are the root cause of many dental conditions. This has not been an easy path. It conflicts on some level with many aspects of established health care, which has been a challenge personally and professionally. It has been a personal healing journey as much as learning a new way to show up as a dentist in integrative health care. “Once you see it, you cannot unsee it”, “breath forms life forms” and “meet people where the are at” are common phrases spoken about this path. Hilary is fortunate to have assembled a strong, supportive and growing team of dedicated health professionals whose combined passion forms CO₂llaborative Care + Research.You can find out more about Dr. Pada at www.co2llab.care.For full show notes, links, and videos, visit our blog postings at childrensairwayfirst.org/blogs.

My guest today is Dr. Kevin Coppelson. Dr. Kevin Coppelson is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing at The Breathe Institute in Southern California. He practices a broad range of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery- with a focus on skeletal augmentation for the treatment of maxillofacial deformities and sleep-related breathing disorders. Dr. Coppelson brings the knowledge and experience necessary to stay on the cutting edge of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Coppelson's highly specialized training provides him with expertise on procedures ranging from corrective jaw surgery, minimally invasive jaw expansion, dental implants, and management of wisdom teeth.You can find out more about Dr. Coppelson at drcoppelson.com.Show Notes:MIND TechniqueAirway Health Research Downloads from The Breathe InstituteThe Breathe Institute

My guest today is Maggie Lavender - a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in Texas with specialization in Sleep Disorders Medicine and Neurology. She attended Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She began her career working in a pediatric intensive care and burn unit. She later moved to Houston, Texas and continued her career in a neuroscience intensive care unit at a level one trauma center. She then completed her Master of Science in Nursing and Post-Master’s Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate simultaneously at the University of Texas Health Science Center. Her Nurse Practitioner career began in Houston, Texas at Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Associates (CSMA) alongside Dr. Jerald Simmons, beginning in 2012. Maggie has evolved to be a recognized Nurse Practitioner specialist on a national level, and currently functions as a consultant and lecturer on the management of narcolepsy patients.She is currently practicing again at CSMA and is specializing in comprehensive sleep disorders, neurology, and epilepsy. You can find out more about Maggie a csma.clinic.Show Notes:International Pediatric Sleep Association (ISPA)SEC Dental Sleep ConferenceWorld Sleep Conference 2025The American Academy of Sleep Medicine

My guest today is Occupational Therapist, Natalie "Nat" Udwin. Nat is an infant development, airway and reflexive feeding specialist. Most people know them on Instagram as "Nat The Baby OT".Nat has a B.A. in Studio Art from Whitman College and a M.S. in Occupational Therapy from Milligan College and has been an OT for 12 years. They have specialized in infant development for 7 years now.Nat, alongside some incredible mentors and colleagues, has spent the past 7 years mastering their understanding of infant development to not only become an infant development specialist, but to create what is now the foundation of Áha OT - a holistic airway focused approach to therapy - for children of all ages. You can find out more about Nat at ahaotcollab.podia.com or on Instagram at nat_thebabyot. Show Notes:The First 1,000 Days: A Crucial Time for Mothers and Children, by Roger ThurowThe TummyTime! Method with Michelle EmanuelCampfire Chats with Nat

My guest today is Dr. Claire Stagg. Dr. Stagg's academic journey began at the University of Bordeaux, France, where she earned her Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1982. With a relentless thirst for knowledge, she has amassed over 2,700 hours of additional training, with an emphasis in TMJ / Sleep Disorders, Orthopedics, and Dental Rehabilitation. Her quest for excellence led her to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she attained a Master’s of Science focusing on Craniofacial Pain in 2011.Renowned for her pioneering work, Dr. Stagg has been a trailblazer since her early days, being the first to pass the Trinidad Dental Board Examinations post-graduation and facilitating significant advancements in dental care delivery in Grenada. Her credentials are further highlighted by her Fellowship in the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and her innovative contributions to Craniofacial Epigenetics and nonsurgical airway remodeling.Dr. Stagg's practice is not just about treating teeth but nurturing the person behind the smile. She believes in the intrinsic connection of the mouth to the body's overall health and strives for a balance that enhances vital functions — breathing, swallowing, eating, and smiling. Her integrative approach promotes not just survival but thriving, ensuring a quality of life that resonates with wellness and joy.With a professional interest that spans Biological, Wholistic, and Cosmetic Dentistry, coupled with a strong emphasis on proper Nutrition, Dr. Stagg is at the forefront of a dental revolution. She is dedicated to providing her patients with healthy, beautiful, and pain-free smiles, demonstrating the deep interrelation between the body and the bite.You can find out more about Dr. Stagg at HealthConnectionsDentistry.com.Show Notes:Smile: It's All Connected, by Dr. Claire StaggResources from Dr. StaggDr. Brendan Stack's Treatment for Complex TMJ Disorders: Watch Video

My guest today is Kelley Rubio, an Arizona native and US Army veteran with a heartfelt commitment to pediatric care since 1996. Her practice has two locations in the Phoenix Valley and she works with patients in person and via Telehealth. As a licensed dental hygienist, she specializes in myofunctional therapy and is a Certified Buteyko Breathing Practitioner.Kelley stays at the forefront of her field through ongoing training, holding a Qualification in Orofacial Myology. What sets Kelley apart is not just her expertise but also the genuine connections she forms with each patient. Her passion for orofacial myology is driven by the meaningful relationships she builds.You can find out more about Kelley at mymyomyhealth.com.Show Notes:Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, by Dr. Peter Attia Airway MamaBears - CAFF StoreButeyko Breathing TechniquesOral Health in America - Surgeon General's Report 2021Protecting Youth Mental Health - Surgeon General's Statement 2021National Alliance of Mental Illness Website: www.nami.org Airway Palooza 2024SEC Sleep Conference 2024Collaboration Cures 2024

My guest today is Dr. Mark Levi. Dr. Levi has over 30 years experience as a Dentist, and over 20 years in Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine. He is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and European Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. As a former sufferer of Sleep Apnea, Dr. Levi understands the problem from all perspectives, and has the technical expertise to provide the best customizes and appropriate solution to suit his patient's individual needs. He has trained in the US with many of the world's leading Sleep Experts and can often be seen on national television and lecturing around the world!You can find out more about Dr. Mark Levi at drlevis.com.au.Show Notes:Dr. Mark Levi websiteFinding Connor VideoFoundation for Airway HealthBreathe, Sleep, Thrive: Discover How Airway Health Can Unlock Your Child's Greater Health, Learning, and Potential by Dr. Shereen Lim

Today's episode is a bit different in that I have invited a panel of luminaries and medical professionals who are passionate about airway and sleep health. Each of today's guests participated, in some form or fashion, in the SEC Sleep Conference that was held in Houston, Texas earlier this month. Our special guest panel includes:Dr. Jerald H. Simmons - Founding Director at Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Associations, PA and the Sleep Education ConsortiumDr. Bill Harrell - President and Orthodontist at Harrell Orthodontics, TMJ, Dental Sleep MedicineDr. David McCarty, FAASM - Author, Speaker, Cartoonist, and Podcast Host of the Empowered Sleep Apnea SeriesJatin Tekchandani, MSBEME, R.EEG T., RPSGT - Vice President of the Texas Society of Sleep ProfessionalsDr. Rob Veis - CEO at SML GlobalShow Notes:SEC Sleep ConferenceCSMACSMA Sleep QuestionnaireAirway CircleAirway Health SolutionsAAPMDADAAASMFacebook Airway Huddle - Parent Support GroupFacebook Tooth Pillow Parent GroupThe Breathing-Smile Connection by Dr. William Harrell: Article

My guest today is Dr. Julia Sadove-Lopez. She is a biological dentist, accredited by the IAOMT. She attended dental school in Indiana and went on to practice dentistry at a holistic dental practice in Chicago. She was able to work closely in collaboration with Dr. Kevin Boyd, even serving as a research assistant for his anthropology research with the Penn Museum.She was practicing general dentistry, but her passion for identifying and referring young patients to seek early interceptive solutions became one of her favorite parts of her profession. She created her own consulting business to offer customized support for parents surrounding airway dentistry.She relocated with her family to Portugal where she enjoys learning about how the perspectives and services that are offered in Europe vary from the training she received in the US. Show Notes:oriswellness.comBreathe, Sleep, Thrive: Discover How Airway Health Can Unlock Your Child's Greater Health, by Dr. Shereen LimBrave Parent: Raising Healthy, Happy Kids Against All Odds, by Dr. Susan MaplesSleep Wrecked Kids: Helping Parents Raise Happy, Healthy Kids, by Sharon MooreBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art, by James NestorWrigleyville Dental (Chicago, IL)

My guest today is Jackie Christiansen, a Danish mom who moved to the United States in 2018 with her husband.She and her family now live in Houston, Texas with their four-year-old daugher, Laura, who has been diagnosed with sleep disordered breathing.In Denmark, Jackie was a registered nurse and Certified Health Coach. She is now a stay-at-home mom who enjoys volunteering at her daughter's school.Show Notes:Dr. Jerald Simmons, CSMAATS Sleep Questionnaire for Children Dr. Todd ScheyerDr. Shereen Lim - Airway First Podcast EpisodeBrittny Murphy - Airway First Podcast EpisodeJames Nestor, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art - Airway First Podcast EpisodeDr. David AlfiDr. Christopher Tran

My guest today is Dr. Tracy Tran. Dr. Tran is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist who specializes in infant & pediatric oral ties, as well as pediatric sleep issues. She is a Michigan native who first landed in Southern California to attend dental school at USC's Ostrow School of Dentistry. After graduation, Dr. Tran went on to complete a 1-year general practice residency where she received additional training in all aspects of dentistry, with an emphasis in oral surgery. She performed surgical procedures in maxillofacial trauma under the attending of Oromaxillofacial, ENT and plastic surgeons. During the following two years, Dr. Tran continued her specialty training in pediatric dentistry, while completing her Master’s in Biomedical Science.‍Since being in private practice, Dr. Tran has focused her continuing education on pediatric tethered oral tissue (TOTs) and its relationship with oral dysfunction in order to diagnose orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs). This includes difficulties with infant nursing, toddler feeding & swallowing, speech articulation, and pediatric sleep disordered breathing. She has successfully treated these patients through a collaborative team approach, and continues to expand her knowledge and experience in this niche specialty.She is also proud to contribute to the advancement of academics by volunteering her time teaching at USC as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Dental Public Health & Pediatric Dentistry.You can find out more about Dr. Tran at drtracytran.com.Show Notes:Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (AOMT)Dr. Marielly Mitchell, OTD, OTR/L, SWC, SIPTDr. Tracy Tran: drtracytran.comNIH: Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion Compared with Orthopedic Rapid Maxillary Expansion Article

My guest today is the one Sharon Moore is a speech pathologist and myofunctional practitioner with thirty-eight years of clinical experience across a range of communication and swallowing disorders. She has worked in diverse clinical settings in Australia and London.Currently, Sharon runs a private practice in Canberra for patients of all ages and is part of the transdisciplinary team for the Canberra Sleep Clinic. The integration of orofacial myofunctional principles into traditional speech pathology work allows a unique approach to managing disorders of the upper airway, including breathing, swallowing, chewing, phonation, resonance, speech and sleep issues related to upper airway obstruction.Sharon has a special interest in early identification of craniofacial growth anomalies in syndromic and non-syndromic children, concomitant orofacial dysfunctions and airway obstruction in sleep disorders.Sharon believes that there has never been a more important time for medical, dental and allied health colleagues to work as a team, with the significant consequences of sleep disorders in all ages now widely known. Growing global medical acknowledgement of the role of myofunctional therapy in the management of sleep disorders has hailed a new era of relevance for work in the upper airway, affirming Sharon’s chosen clinical direction.She believes we have a window of opportunity to help parents get it right before kids start school.You can find out more about Sharon at sleepwreckedkids.com and wellspoken.com.au.Show Notes:AASM Sleep ChartSleep Wrecked Kids: Helping Parents Raise Happy, Healthy Kids, One Sleep at a Time, by Sharon MooreGo the F**k to Sleep, by Adam Mansbach Sleep Hygiene for Kids

My guest today is Dr. Felix Liao a thought leader and healthcare innovator who has restored the mouth back to the body as a vital organ for many patients’ natural health and wellness. His WholeHealth philosophy integrates mind-body-mouth to produce breakthrough outcomes.Among dentists, Dr. Liao is a leading airway-centered mouth doctor with recognized expertise in Impaired Mouth Syndrome and Holistic Mouth Solutions. He is also the inventor of Start Thriving Appliance® for test-driving and adopting Holistic Mouth Solutions as the answer to Impaired Mouth Syndrome. He holds an engineering degree from Brown University, a DDS from Case School of Dental Medicine, Board Certification by the American Board of General Dentistry, a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry, and a Mastership in the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM). Dr. Liao is the author of five best-selling books.You can find out more about Dr. Liao at holisticmouthsolutions.com.Show Notes:Holistic Mouth Solutions: Impaired Mouth Syndrome QuizBaby Led Weaning Essential GuideAMD Training for Dentists

My guest today is Dr. Shereen Lim, a Perth-based dentist with a postgraduate diploma in dental sleep medicine from the University of Western Australia. As one of Australia’s first handful of dentists to obtain a qualification in dental sleep medicine, she has spent more than a decade working with patients with snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.Rather than managing dysfunctional breathing and its consequences, Dr. Lim is focused on promoting airway health. This means reinforcing nasal breathing and promoting good airway development from infancy as keys to sleeping well, thriving, and greater future health. Dr. Lim regularly sees infants to adults and has been able to pinpoint the issues in infancy that lead to bigger problems down the track.She is passionate about educating child health professionals from a variety of fields to recognize the earliest warning signs of poor airway heaLth including poor oral function and poor jaw development and promoting collaborative care to address these as early as possible. Her vision is to help more children receive timely care to breathe, sleep and thrive to their full potential, and avoid growing into more serious problems later in life.Dr. Lim is a renowned speaker and the author of Breathe, Sleep, Thrive which is available on Amazon.You can find out more about Dr. Lim at drshereenlim.com.au.Show Notes:Dr. Lim's Website: drshereenlim.com.auBreathe, Sleep, Thrive, by Dr. Shereen LimSigns of airway disorders in children Find an Airway Dentist - Doctor Locator

My guest today is Dr. Sandra Kahn, DDS, MSD - a graduate from the University of Mexico and the University of the Pacific with 25 years of clinical experience in orthodontics. She has been part of the craniofacial anomalies team at UC San Francisco and Stanford University. Her graduate work at the UC Berkeley was on physical anthropology and human craniofacial growth and development.She practices pediatric sleep apnea prevention and whole-body treatment, addressing body and oral posture to develop stronger jaws. She is an international lecturer, author, and has translated Dr. John Mew's book into Spanish. She is currently the only Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics that practices exclusively Biobloc Orthotropics, and is co-founder of the project zeroto15.You can find out more about Dr. Kahn at forwardontics.com.Show Notes:JAWS: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic,Forwardontics: A Shift from Traditional Orthodontics to a Total Body ApproachDr. John MewFirst 1,000 DaysDr. Barry RaphaelFrequency and Pedicators of Pacifier Use in Low Socioeconomic GroupsEpisode 17 with Dr. Ben Miraglia

My guests today are Jackie Becerra-Lising, Amanda Gurrola, and Dr. Vanessa Peterson. Jackie, is a dental hygiene graduate from Loma Linda University and has been practicing as a clinical dental hygienist for the past 19 years. Since having her second child with Down Syndrome and having limited resources, she decided to specialize her education in the field of myofunctional therapy and received her certificate of completion from the MyoMentor program in 2021. She is now owner and OMT of Upside Down Frown Care, LLC. Her love for knowledge in airway includes having taken courses targeting the Down Syndrome population through Talk Tools. Amanda's passion to work with children and provide for her community led her to the field of Speech Language Pathology. She holds experience in the hospital, public school, and private clinic settings where she has treated a variety of clients and disorders: language disorders, articulation & phonology, fluency disorders, Down Syndrome, ASD, voice disorders, acquired neurological disorders, tracheostomized clients, and AAC. Dr. Vanessa Peterson studied Biology and Chemistry at Baylor University and attend dental school at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. Then she headed north to Portland, Oregon for her orthodontic residency at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Peterson practiced orthodontics locally in the Inland Empire before opening her own practice Synergi Orthodontic Specialists.Show Notes:Jackie Becerra-Lising's Website: LinkAmanda Gurrola's Website: LinkDr. Vanessa Peterson's Website: LinkBabywise MethodCBCTNetflix Series: Open Wide

My guest today is Dr. Pejman Katiraei. Dr. Pejman Katiraei is a board-certified pediatrician who is also boarded and fellowship trained in integrative medicine. He completed his undergraduate at UCLA and obtained his osteopathic medical degree at Western University of Health Sciences. He completed a pediatric residency at Loma Linda University, where he stayed on as a teaching faculty member for over four years.Dr. Katiraei has also completed two fellowships in integrative medicine, one with the University of Arizona and another under Dr. Kamyar Hedayat in a French model of integrative medicine called endobiogeny. Dr. Katiraei is now in private practice in Santa Monica, CA, where he focuses on helping children with severe behavioral challenges. He is also working with an amazing team to build Wholistic Minds, an online portal that helps parents understand the root cause of their children’s behavioral issues and what steps they can take to help resolve them.You can find out more about Dr. Katiraei at wholistickids.com.Show Notes:Dr. Katiraei's website: wholistickids.comInternational Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI): Link to websiteDr. Neil Nathan: Link to websiteStudy on Adenoid Hypertrophy: Link to Study on NIHDr. K's Adrenal Handout: Link to handout

My guest today is Courtney Robertson, a dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist with over 11 years of experience. In recent years, Courtney has honed her expertise in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, a passion she pursues in her hometown of Ottawa, Ontario. There she proudly established one of the pioneering independent myofunctional therapy practices in the city.Her journey into myofunctional therapy is deeply personal, as she and her children have faced their own challenges with airway health and myofunctional issues. This personal connection fuels her commitment to helping others overcome similar obstacles.From her base in Ottawa, Courtney has the privilege of virtually assisting patients across Canada, the United States, the UK, and Australia. Additionally, she maintains an in-person clinic for local patients in Ottawa. Courtney collaborates closely with airway-focused dentists and orthodontists, working with both children and adults. Her particular passion lies in fostering children's airway health and guiding optimal jaw development to ensure a brighter, healthier future.You can find out more about Courtney at archwaymyo.com.Show Notes:Courney's Website: archwaymay.comSix Foot Tiger, Three Foot Cage by Dr. Felix LiaoInternational Federation of Dental Hygienist (Canada): LinkSarah Hornsby: https://www.sarahkhornsby.com/

My guest today is Dr. Andrew J. Maxwell. Dr. Maxwell is a Board Certified Pediatric Cardiologist and Pediatrician. He received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins Medical School and a Residency in Pediatrics at The University of California at San Francisco followed by clinical and research fellowships in Pediatric Cardiology at Lucile Salter Packard and Stanford Hospitals and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.His research interests include study of endothelial control of vasomotor tone, nitric oxide, sports cardiology, dysautonomia, hypermobility syndromes, & mast cell activation syndrome and their relationships to environmental toxins. For his research he received an American Heart Association Bugher Award for Research in Molecular Biology and was an American College of Cardiology Young Investigator Award finalist. He has published many articles and book chapters on these subjects. For his clinical work, he has been voted by his peers as a Top Doctor in Northern California annually since 2017.You can find out more about Dr. Maxwell at heartofthevalley.us.Show Notes:Disjointed: Navigating the Diagnosis and Management of Hypermobile Ehylers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (Chapter 10, by Dr. Andrew Maxwell)Dysautonomia: The Pentad Super-Syndrome presentationStanding Up to POTSMonro-Kellie DoctrineFunctionality and Anatomy of the Cranial Nerves: LinkBeighton Score: LinkJeffery Boris, MID: Link to websiteLawrence B. Afrin, MD - Root of Mast Cell Disease: Link to websitePublications by Dr. Andrew Maxwell Listed on Standing Up to POTS: Link

My guest today is Michelle Emanuel. Michelle has 28+ years experience as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, with specific focus on posture, movement and connection for the precrawling baby. She has a background in neonatal intensive care (NICU), pediatric intensive care (PICU), cardiac intensive care (CICU), and outpatient population. She has a unique and interesting way of blending traditional and complementary forms of therapeutic applications, with her main emphasis on facilitating healthy nervous system function.Michelle is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a National Board Certified Reflexologist. She has advanced training and extensive experience in a wide array of manual therapy and bodywork techniques, including CranioSacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, Reflexology, Baby Facial Massage and more. TummyTime! Method was developed to address the rising numbers of babies affected by sleeping on their back, developing tension patterns, torticollis and flat spots. She offers the "secret" to helping babies and families have fun and enjoy the tummy time experience. Developed circa 2005, it was the first, and still only, program developed directly addressing the 'tummy time issue' and has been learned by close to 1000 professionals worldwide.Michelle also developed BabyMyo, a novel curriculum of oral habilitation involving optimal strength, endurance, range of motion, sensory processing, motor patterns, reflexes, oral and pharyngeal phases of breastfeeding and bottlefeeding for the newborn to precrawling baby.You can find out more about Michelle at tummytimemethod.com.Show Notes:Tummy Time: tummytimemethod.comBabyMyo: babymyo.comAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for BreastfeedingIBCLC: ibclc-commission.orgMichelle's Top 10 Reasons for Breastfeeding Beyond Nutrition

My guest today is Dr. Catherine Murphy. As an independent contractor and consultant, Dr. Murphy helps orthodontic practices establish or enhance their orthodontic departments through specialized program-based guidance, including patient care.Dr. Murphy shares her passion for holistic dentistry through her speaking engagements and consulting across the globe. She is the author of two pictures books focusing on the connection between oral and overall health: Dear Momma... and Dear Friend...Do you know about Tongue Ties? She reaches caregivers nationwide through her podcast, Dear Momma with Dr. Murphy. The show provides insights into the holistic and collaborative care approach to orthodontic treatment.A graduate of the Indiana University School of Dentistry, Dr. Murphy has been inducted into the American College of Dentists and selected to serve as an American Dental Association Wellness Ambassador.Dr. Murphy is on a mission to elevate patient care by introducing a holistic approach to orthodontic treatment to dental professionals across the nation.You can find out more about Dr. Murphy at drcatherinemurphy.com.Show Notes:Dear Friend...Do You Know About Tongue Ties? by Dr. Catherine MurphyDear Momma by Dr. Catherine MurphyThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MDScientific Method#AirwayMamaBearsMyoMuncheeCAFF Blog Library

My guest today is Karese Laguerre, a Registered Dental Hygienist, and Myofunctional Therapist. She founded The Myo Spot, a practice aimed at amplifying oral wellness to whole-body wellness. Through teletherapy, she helps clients of all ages overcome tongue ties, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, grinding, anxiety, and various breathing and orofacial dysfunctions.Passionate about education and self-help, she published "Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout and Execute Goals". When not working with clients globally she spends time with her husband and four kids.You can find out more about Karese at themyospot.com.Show Notes:The Myo Spot - www.themyospot.comAccomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout, and Execute Goals, by Karese Laguerre: www.amazon.com/Accomplished-Better-Eliminate-Burnout-Execute/dp/B084DG7PL7 Myofunctional Therapy Self-Assessment: themyospot.com/myofunctional-therapy.html Myslow's Pyramid - Hierarchy of Needs: www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html Blog by Dr. Becky Andrews - Early Childhood Nutrition Impact on Airway Development: www.childrensairwayfirst.org/post/prenatal-and-early-childhood-nutrition-impact-on-airway-development Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide, by Gill Rapley, PhD, and Tracey Murkett: www.amazon.com/Baby-Led-Weaning-Completely-Expanded-Anniversary/dp/1615195580/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1UN3W0IW7S112&keywords=baby+led+weaning+book&qid=1701203239&s=books&sprefix=baby+led+wea%2Cstripbooks%2C90&sr=1-5 Nasal Cleaning Hygiene for Children: myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=ut1986

My guest today is Molly Peterson - wife, mom of two, and photographer from Virginia. She and her husband have been on an airway journey with their children for several years. She sat down to share her story, resources, and advice for other parents.Show Notes:Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, by James NestorMyo Munchee: https://myomunchee.com/Myo Spots: https://myospots.com/ALF Expanders - The ALP Approach with Dr. Tasha TurzoThe ALF Approach: Changing the Face of Orthodontics, by Dr. Tasha TurzoThe Tooth Pillow: https://www.toothpillow.com/The Tired Child: How Sleep and Sleep Breathing Can Change Your Child's Life, by Dr. Meghna DassaniBrave Parent: Raising Healthy, Happy Kids Against All Odds in Today's World, by Dr. Susan MaplesCourtney Robertson, RDH, Myofunctional Therapy: @archway.myo (Instagram)Infinity Functional Neurology - Dr. Josh MadsenMoms in the Trenches: How Moms Can Unpack the Root Cause, Advocate for Their Children's Health, and Join the Other Side, by Dr. Jill OmbrelloPX Docs - Dr. Tony EbelHolistic Health at Home - Dr. Traci Jones, Osteopath

My guest today is Amey Fields, an Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and labor and delivery nurse with over 20 years of experience helping moms and babies with breastfeeding.She started working as a labor and delivery nurse in 1998 and in 2010, was given the opportunity to run the community education department at the hospital she was working at. She became Lamaze certified and began teaching childbirth and newborn care classes to expectant parents. In addition to working as a labor nurse in the hospital setting, she has also assisted with home births and spent two years working at a free-standing birth center. In 2011 she started a postpartum support group called Circle of Mothers.You can find out more about Amey at azbreastfedbabies.com.Show Notes:Amey's Office: https://www.azbreastfedbabies.com/The Boob Group: https://baby-prep-university.mykajabi.com/the-boob-groupAmey's Registry Must Haves: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62a87ab73a02db9ba31a17a4Ninnico PacifierMyoMunchee MiniHypnobirth Guided Meditation on SpotifyArticle by Michale Chatham, "Is Your Baby a Tether-Berg or a Tether-Floe?"Agave Pediatrics - Dr. Rajeev AgarwalMaya Bolman, IBCLCDr. Brown's Bottles on Amazon

My guest today is Dr. Lawrence Kotlow a board-certified pediatric dentist — a specialist dedicated to treating children, from birth, infants, and toddlers since 1974. His practice specializes in preventive dentistry, newborn and infant care, the use of lasers for restoring decayed teeth, and oral surgery. His work with mothers and infants with breastfeeding due to tethered oral tissues (tongue-ties and lip-ties) is respected worldwide. His practice, located in Albany, New York, serves the dental needs of all children, including special needs children. He is a recognized international expert and lecturer on the use of lasers in treating children and pediatric dental care.Dr. Kotlow is well known for his concern and understanding of mothers who wish to breastfeed. He is an internationally known expert on the diagnosis and treatment of abnormally attached lingual frenums, also known as tongue-ties. Dr. Kotlow sees infants as early as a day after birth for the revision of tongue-tie using laser surgery to eliminate the need to place infants in the operating room or the need for drugs for treatment.Dr. Kotlow has written more than 35 articles and authored chapters on pediatric dentistry and lasers for three laser textbooks. He is also the author of the book SOS 5 TOTS: Exposing the Myths About Breastfeeding and Healing the Heartbreak to Make Breastfeeding a Joy.You can find out more about Dr. Kotlow at kiddsteeth.com.Show Notes:Dr. Kotlow's Office: https://www.kiddsteeth.com/SOS 4 TOTS Courses: https://www.kiddsteeth.com/sos4tots-coursesSOS 4 TOTS Book: https://shoptbmbooks.com/sos_4_tots.htmlWebinar Recording of Airway Health Solutions - Master Class with Dr. Richard Baxter, Dr. Scott Siegel, and Dr. Larry Kotlow: https://youtu.be/z592wRnCXnoEvaluating Your Child For Obstructive Sleep Apnea: PDFLibrary of Articles and Research on Tongue Ties

My guest today is Dr. Brock Rondeau. Dr. Rondeau is a General Dentist who has dedicated his practice to providing Orthodontic, Orthopedic, Snoring & Sleep Apnea, and TMJ services for his dental patients in his London, Ontario, Canada office.Dr. Rondeau treats many patients with orthodontic snoring, sleep apnea, and TMJ problems. His patients are delighted when they find a solution to their headaches, earaches, neck aches, dizziness, fainting, pain behind the eyes, difficulty swallowing, clicking, and locking jaw problems. Many of these problems can be related to jaw problems. And in many cases, the lower jaw is not in the correct position in relation to the upper jaw, which causes muscle spasms with resultant painful symptoms.Dr. Rondeau works closely with other healthcare to try and resolve these problems for patients. He believes that in most cases, when several practitioners are working together, the results are better for the patient. He has personally trained more than 24,000 dentists throughout his career.He is also the seminar creator and author of Early Orthodontic Treatment for Children.You can find out more about Dr. Rondeau at ortho-tmj.com.Show Notes:Dr. Rondeau's Office: https://www.ortho-tmj.com/ Dr. Rondeau Seminars: https://www.rondeauseminars.com/about-us/about-dr-rondeau/Functional Dental Appliances: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_orthodontic_functional_appliancesTMJ Health Questionnaire: https://www.ortho-tmj.com/services/tmj-tmd-overview/tmj-health-questionnaire/Epworth Sleepiness Scale: https://nasemso.org/wp-content/uploads/neuro-epworthsleepscale.pdfADA 2017 Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders (SRBDs): https://dentalsleeppractice.com/ce-articles/special-section-sleep-related-breathing-disorders-the-role-of-the-dentist/#:~:text=In%202017%2C%20the%20American%20Dental,of%20patients%20with%20certain%20SRBDs

My guest today is Dr. Mary Bourke. She is a member of the Sacro-Occipital Technique Organization and has obtained advanced craniopath certifications. She has also been involved in the education and training of other practitioners in this field.Mary has been in Chiropractic Practice for over 29 years and during this time, has undertaken further studies in many aspects of Pediatric development. She developed the Vital Babies Program for Mums with babies under 6 months of age to offer education and understanding of the factors that can influence optimal growth and development.An area of particular interest for Mary has been in Facial growth and development and she has spent much time attending conferences all around the world looking into the different aspects that are affecting growth and development of this vital area.Mary has undertaken over 300 hours of training in the field of Oral Facial Myofunctional therapy and, in 2016 with the blessing of her father Dr. Kevin Bourke, she took over the leadership at Myo Munchee with the intent of relaunching the product her father originally developed.Mary’s particular interest lies in the early detection of potential problems for young children and addressing the underlying causes of Oral growth and development issues.You can find out more about Mary and the Myo Munchee at myomunchee.com.Show Notes:The Myo Munchee: https://myomunchee.com/NIH Paper - Chewing and Attention: A Positive Effect on Sustained AttentionSensory Oral ProcessingElements of Oral Dysfunction Video Playlist on YouTube from Myo Munchee: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2s_p2QH3qcoJh83qqYO52KMTkIewEBwp

We continue with part two of our conversation with my guest, Dr. David McCarty. Dr. McCarty is a board-certified specialist in Sleep Medicine and a pioneer in the practice of patient-centered care for those who suffer from sleep disorders. An award-winning educator, he is passionate about empowering individuals with knowledge that restores confidence and personal agency, as each patient navigates the landscape of disease and wellness, within an increasingly fragmented healthcare system.He is the co-creator of Empowered Sleep Apnea, an innovative cross-platform educational project combining storytelling, cartooning, scientific rigor, and quite a bit of fun, all in the name of helping individuals (and providers) navigate the fascinating but complex disorder known as “Sleep Apnea.” In 2023, the project comprises a website, a book (Empowered Sleep Apnea: A Handbook for Patients and the People Who Care About Them, co-authored with Ellen Stothard, PhD), a blog, and a podcast.You can find out more about Dr. McCarty at empoweredsleepapnea.com.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Empowered Sleep Apnea: www.empoweredsleepapnea.comSleep Heart Health Study (SHHS): https://sleepdata.org/datasets/shhsWisconsin Sleep Cohort (WSC): https://pophealth.wisc.edu/research/the-wisconsin-sleep-cohort/American Academy of Sleep Medicine: https://aasm.org/Beyond Ockham's Razor: Redefining Problem-Solving in Clinical Sleep Medicine Using a "Five-Finger Approach": https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2883043/pdf/jcsm.6.3.292.pdfCircadian Rhythmo-Wheel: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LuwXQgnmmcemxFFVafT5X8No0PAGIqzY/view?usp=share_linkAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Two Week Sleep Diary: http://sleepeducation.org/docs/default-document-library/sleep-diary.pdf

My guest today is Dr. David McCarty. Dr. McCarty is a board-certified specialist in Sleep Medicine and a pioneer in the practice of patient-centered care for those who suffer from sleep disorders. An award-winning educator, he is passionate about empowering individuals with knowledge that restores confidence and personal agency, as each patient navigates the landscape of disease and wellness, within an increasingly fragmented healthcare system.He is the co-creator of Empowered Sleep Apnea, an innovative cross-platform educational project combining storytelling, cartooning, scientific rigor, and quite a bit of fun, all in the name of helping individuals (and providers) navigate the fascinating but complex disorder known as “Sleep Apnea.” In 2023, the project comprises a website, a book (Empowered Sleep Apnea: A Handbook for Patients and the People Who Care About Them, co-authored with Ellen Stothard, PhD), a blog and a podcast.You can find out more about Dr. McCarty at empoweredsleepapnea.com.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Empowered Sleep Apnea: www.empoweredsleepapnea.comSleep Heart Health Study (SHHS): https://sleepdata.org/datasets/shhsWisconsin Sleep Cohort (WSC): https://pophealth.wisc.edu/research/the-wisconsin-sleep-cohort/Dunedin Study: https://dunedinstudy.otago.ac.nz/American Academy of Sleep Medicine: https://aasm.org/Dr. Andrew Chesson (sleep medicine)Dr. Keith Thorton (dental sleep medicine)Dr. Becky Andrews (naturopathic medicine)Dr. Steven Hall (occupational medicine)Dr. Ellen Stothard (Colorado Sleep Institute)Long-term adherence rates for CPAP are 50-70%

My guest today is Renata Nehma. Renata is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Orofacial myofunctional Therapist in Savannah, Georgia.She is the owner of Myo Moves, a practice focusing on treating myofunctional disorders in children and adults. She also founded the Airway Circle with the intention of gathering all health professionals who share the same passion for giving.You can find out more about Renta at myo-moves.com.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Myo Moves: https://www.myo-moves.com/The Airway Circle: https://www.airwaycircle.com/Myofunctional Therapy Assessment: https://www.myo-moves.com/assessmentDevelopmental Milestones: https://childmind.org/guide/parents-guide-to-developmental-milestones/MyoMunchee: https://myomunchee.com/Read the full blog and discover more about children's airways and sleep-related tips at childrensairwayfirst.org/blogs.

My guests today are Dr. Joanne Ingleby and Dr. Aoife Stack.Dr. Ingleby started out in Children’s and Community dentistry and then moved on to working in General Practice where she has been for the past 30 years. Her practice has been general dentistry, taking care of patients and helping them achieve the smile they want with often minimal treatment, hopefully maintaining long-term dental health. She is now looking after her first patients' children and enjoying the different challenges that different dental generations bring.Dr Ingleby has an active interest in the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea, is on the Board of the British Society of Dental Sleep Medicine, completed the Masterclass in Dental Sleep Medicine, and is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. She teaches Dental Sleep Medicine to other dentists and is trying to increase awareness in the UK of the importance of an unobstructed airway for all ages. She receives direct referrals from National Sleep Clinics and ENT consultants, and of course from her patient population, who happen to mention that they snore.You can find out more about Dr Jo Ingleby at sleepbettermanchester.co.uk or [email protected] from County Clare in the West of Ireland, Dr. Stack studied at University College Cork where she won awards for her clinical work and research.Aoife is a general dentist with an interest in how function and structure come together to affect our airways, sleep, breathing, and facial form. She offers myofunctional therapy alongside orthodontic treatments. She has completed a one-year orthodontic certificate in London and has trained with the Breathe Institute in Los Angeles for treatment of tongue tie. She performs functional frenuloplasty, treating children and adults within a multidisciplinary team to help her patients towards optimal health. She is an avid learner, takes courses and attends conferences to keep up to date with current thinking, and has a keen interest in research having most recently been published in the British Dental Journal.She is qualified as a myofunctional therapist and is a board member of the British Society of Dental Sleep Medicine. She is a The Breathe Institute ambassador.You can find out more about Dr. Stack at foreversmile.co.uk and ONCLINIC.co.uk.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:NICE Guidelines 2021 - https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng202Benefits of Butekoy Breathing - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/buteyko-breathingTonsils and adenoids get smaller after age sixStudy on the Impacts of Pallete Expansion and Tonsils - National Library of MedicineClose Your Mouth, Change Your Life, by Patrick McKeown

My guest today is Linda Harris. The author, Linda Harris, is a nurse who suffered in the past from both fibromyalgia and migraines and found relief when she discovered that the main source of the pain was her TMJ and malocclusion.Through her own research, and interviewing others with similar struggles, Linda found a common issue and wrote the book “The Fibromyalgia and TMJ Connection” and is now on a mission to help others. You can purchase Linda’s book on Amazon via the link on our Reading List.You can find out more about Linda at fibromyalgiasecret.blogspot.com.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Meridian Dental Chart: Link to Chart and Link to Interactive Tooth ChartTMJ Questionnaire: Link to QuestionnaireFibromyalgia Healthcare Symposium - October 5th: Link to EventDr. Brock Rondeau: Link to WebsiteDr. Ben Miraglia: Link to WebsiteDr. Jerald Simmons: Link to WebsiteDr. Felix Liao: Link to WebsiteDr. Daniel Gole: Link to WebsiteFind an Airway Provider - AHS Provider LocatorCAFF Reading List

My guest today is the one and only, Joy Moeller. An international leader in myofunctional therapy, Joy has worked in private practice as a myofunctional therapist since 1980. She graduated from the Myofunctional Therapy Institute in Coral Gables, Florida, and had an extensive Internship in Orofacial Myology.Joy's background in Dental Hygiene led the way for further studies, and she has taught and continues to teach principles of Myofunctional Therapy to graduate and post-graduate students and numerous universities as an adjunct professor and as a guest speaker.You can find out more about Joy at joymoeller.com.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Website: joymoeller.comAcademy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: aomtinfo.orgInternational Association of Orofacial Myology: www.iaom.comAnnenberg Foundation: annenberg.org

My guest today is Kathleen Ready. Kathleen and her husband of 11 years, Ryan, live in North Idaho with their four children (and number five is on the way). As a family, they enjoy a number of outdoor pastimes the area has to offer, and when inside, Kathleen is usually pursuing the domestic arts in hopes of further blessing her family and friends.Kathleen joins me on the show today to share the story of the journey she and her oldest son, Jubal, have been on since he was an infant and she first noticed his snoring. Her story is being shared in an effort to help support and guide other parents who might be on a similar airway and sleep journey with their child.AIRWAY FIRST Show Notes:Dr. Bret ChristensenFind an Airway-Dentist - Airway Health Solutions SearchFind an Airway-Focused Myofunctional Therapist - Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional TherapyAirway Huddle Parents' Support Group on Facebook

My guest today is Annmarie DeMarco. Annmarie is a pediatric occupational therapist providing in-home visits with a focus on child development in Fairfield and New Haven County, CT. She specializes in sensory processing, developmental delays, primitive reflex integration, as well as children with autism and ADHD.She currently works in the birth to 3 settings. She takes a holistic approach to treatment.She is passionate about educating caregivers and parents, regarding their child’s sensory processing needs while promoting overall growth and fine motor development. Annemarie’s goal, as an occupational therapist, is to ultimately improve a child’s independence with their activities of daily living.You can find out more about Annmarie at annmarieot.com.Show Notes:Website: annmarieot.comWhat are primitive reflexes? Read the blogWhat is sensory interception? Read the blogOccupational Therapist Tool - Search for Occupational TherapistAirway First Podcast Episode 31 with Special Guest Brittny Murphy

My guest today is Kelsey Baker, a Holistic Pediatric Occupational Therapist. She has worked in Early Intervention (EI) since 2009 and has been working with children between the ages of 0-5 in the Philadelphia area since 2011.Kelsey is focused on proactive care to best support babies in their feeding and overall development as she believes that feeding is a vital sign and can be indicative of so much happening in a child’s body. She uses a combination of bodywork and therapeutic modalities to help regulate nervous systems, increase mobility and strength, and help parents best support their babies where they are on the way to where they want to be.You can find out more about Kelsey at bwellot.com.Show Notes:Website: bwellot.comWhat exactly is bodywork? Read the blogWhat to look for in bottles? Read the blog

My guest today is Randi-Lee Bowslaugh. Randi-Lee was born and raised in Ontario, Canada, and from a young age, she had a passion for helping others. As a teenager, she started writing poetry that would eventually become her first published book (Thoughts of a Wanderer). Her writing became her coping mechanism while depression was starting to take over her life.After high school, she attended Niagara College and graduated at the top of her class in Community and Justice Services. Though college had seen more good days than bad depression was still very present in her life.Post-graduation she worked in the social services field for nearly six years before deciding that it was no longer her passion. During this time, she was discovering the joy of kickboxing and became a competitive fighter. She competed internationally on Team Canada twice. Eventually, turning into a coach and personal trainer.In 2018 she battled cancer and came back with a mission to break the stigma of mental health. Having been battling her own will to continue living she realized that though she had depression, depression didn’t have her.As a mother to two teenagers, her youngest has autism, she has also experienced feeling helpless to help. Randi-Lee has been through hospital visits and breakdowns with her youngest who has severe anxiety and depression. A question that he continues to ask is “Mom why can’t I be normal?”Not having an answer to this Randi knew that it was time to stand up and speak out. She created the Write or Die Show to empower others to embrace themselves, their struggles, and all. To show that, though mental health is present in many, lives it doesn’t need to ruin your life and we should support each other not break us down.You can find out more about Randi-Lee at rbwriting.ca and writeordieshow.ca.Show Notes:Websitse: rbwriting.ca and writeordieshow.caAutism OntarioKeep Notes or Journal for Your Child's Behavior to Discuss with Your Physician:A - ActionB - BehaviorC - ConsequencesPsychologist Locator Powered by the American Psychological Association (APA)Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Finder Powered by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)Find a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Powered by the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive therapies

My guests today are two incredibly special providers --- the dynamic duo from Ashburn Children's Dentistry, Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru and Dr. Krystal Dean-Duru. Dentist Lynda Dean-Duru, DDS has spent her life pursuing a career in dentistry and building a successful dental practice that caters to the oral health needs and well-being of children and patients with special needs. In her more than 20 years of experience practicing integrative functional holistic pediatric dentistry, Dr. Lynda has developed a unique approach to treating patients that reflects an impressive skill set fortified by extensive training in the most innovative therapies and technology.Dr. Lynda received her dental degree from the University of Benin, her General Practice residency from Howard University Hospital, her Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Training from Children’s National Medical Center, her Board Certification from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and her Fellowship Laser Certification from the Academy of Laser Dentistry.Doctor Lynda has undertaken much-continuing education in Orthodontic training and is a fellow of the United States Dental Institute and a member of the prestigious Gnathos education group in Atlanta, Georgia. She holds a certification in Oral Myology from the International Association of Oral Myology (IAOM). She has completed levels 1 and 2 of the Advanced Light force functionals (ALF) therapy, ALF Interface Academy Foundations, Genesis, and other courses.She is a member of numerous professional and civic associations and provides tens of thousands of dollars in pro bono screenings and procedures along with other community service in Northern Virginia every year.Dr. Krystal I specializes in providing empathetic care and personalized treatment plans to address pediatric patients’ airway, sleep, breathing, and growth concerns, ensuring their healthy smiles and bright futures.She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Columbia University in New York in Psychology and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. She completed a specialty pediatric residency training at the Interfaith Department of Dental Medicine in Brooklyn, New York, where she served in a leadership role as Chief Resident.The entire team as Ashburn Children’s Dentistry believes in treating the source of their patient’s issues instead of just the symptoms. They focus on early prevention and in educating parents while assisting their blossoming child’s development into a healthy and resilient adult.You can find out more about both Dr. Lynda and Dr. Krystal at kidzsmile.com.Show Notes:Website: kidzsmile.comBrave Parents: Raising Healthy, Happy Kids Against All Odds in Today's World, by Dr. Susan MaplesALF Therapy: ALF Interface AcademyDr. Christian Guilleminault

My guest today is Raquel "Rocky" Norris. Rocky is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner dedicated to helping her patients reclaim their well-being and vitality through transformative nutrition and lifestyle adjustments.Rocky is deeply passionate about the intricate relationship between oral health and gut health, recognizing their individual significance in enhancing our overall quality of life. It's fascinating how the condition of your gut can impact your oral health, and conversely, how your oral health can influence your gut. Her primary objective is to guide patients toward achieving balance within their bodies, fostering holistic wellness from the oral cavity to the digestive system.With over 15 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist, Rocky has witnessed firsthand the profound impact of gut and oral health on our overall well-being. While there is growing awareness about the importance of gut health and its influence on our vitality, not many people are aware of the crucial connection between oral health and the gut, or how indicators of health issues throughout the body can manifest in oral health.You can find out more about Rocky at toothgut.com.Show Notes:Website: toothgut.comNatural binder optionsNutritional Therapy Association: What is Nutritional Therapy?Healthy Eating Guide for Children