Mind Your Mouth

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Karen Galway, a speech therapist and infant feeding therapist, delves into the fascinating world of primitive reflexes and their impact on infant feeding and overall development. Joined by Avery Young, a board certified lactation consultant, they discuss how understanding these reflexes can fill the gaps in addressing infant feeding issues, emotional wellbeing,...

In this episode of 'Mind Your Mouth', host Karen Galway, a seasoned speech therapist and board-certified orofacial myologist, dives into the distinctions between myofunctional therapy and oral motor therapy. Karen explains the appropriate age groups for each approach and clarifies common misconceptions. She also shares insights from her recent training in craniosacral fascia therapy and its applic...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Karen introduces special guest Laura Roland, a Speech Therapist, Myofunctional Therapist, Infant Feeding Therapist, and Craniosacral Fascia Therapist. They delve into the world of craniosacral fascia therapy and its impacts on oral function and overall well-being. Laura shares her journey and experiences, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches and bod...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Karen delves into the topic of tongue ties, focusing on how to distinguish between actual tongue ties and other underlying issues. Drawing from her extensive 20-year experience as a speech therapist and certified orofacial myologist, Karen shares personal anecdotes about her children's experiences and highlights the significance of various factors affecting tong...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Karen dedicates the discussion to parents whose children struggle with pronouncing the R sound. She explores why the R sound is particularly challenging, delving into its intricacies, including the different allophones and tongue movements required for proper pronunciation. Karen also explains why traditional school speech therapy may not suffice and advocates f...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, host Karen Galway delves into the topic of Mewing, a technique popularized for improving jawline and oral function by positioning the tongue against the roof of the mouth. Karen discusses the origins of Mewing, its benefits, and potential drawbacks if done incorrectly. She emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive myofunctional therapy approach, which include...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth,  Karen delves into the concept of myofunctional therapy, a treatment aimed at balancing the muscles in the mouth to improve functions such as talking, eating, and breathing. The discussion covers who can benefit from this therapy, especially children, and highlights the multifaceted nature of the treatment which may involve other specialists like ENTs, allergist...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, we address common concerns about bottle feeding babies who have been exclusively breastfed. We explore the optimal window for introducing a bottle, the role of the primitive suck reflex, and strategies for making the bottle transition smoother. Key tips include avoiding stress, using play-based approaches, conducting oral motor assessments, and considering bodyw...

In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, host Karen Galway, a speech therapist and infant feeding therapist, dives into the complex world of pacifiers. She outlines the differences between pacifier types and their impacts on oral development, sucking skills, and future speech and feeding milestones. Karen explores why not all pacifiers are created equal and emphasizes the importance of selecting the ri...

In this episode of 'Mind Your Mouth,' Karen Galway discusses the importance and benefits of nasal breathing, inspired by Tom Cruise's running scenes in movies. The episode delves into the physiological advantages of nasal breathing over mouth breathing, including improved oxygen intake and overall well-being. Karen, a myofunctional and speech therapist, highlights how nasal breathing can enhance e...

In the debut episode of Mind Your Mouth, host Karen Galway, a seasoned speech therapist and certified orofacial myologist, introduces the podcast's mission to explore the vital connections between oral development, infant feeding, and overall well-being. Karen discusses her extensive background and the inspiration behind the podcast, emphasizing the importance of holistic, evidence-informed approa...