The Untethered Podcast™

Today Hallie discusses mouth breathing. Possible reasons, what to look for and how to change treat are all reviewed. Whether you are a parent or a therapist this episode lays a great foundation for understanding the long term effects of mouth breathing and the importance in providing early intervention for conversion to nasal breathing. Come join Hallie as she talks about this impor...

In this episode Hallie answers listener questions about how to approach assessment and intervention for patients that present with oral dysfunction and low muscle tone (hypotonia). A definition of low muscle tone and its characteristics are discussed, providing a foundation for what should be considered during assessment and differential diagnosis.  The effect’s low muscle tone has on an indi...

In this episode Hallie talks about how Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs) can impact the transition to solid foods and what behaviors to monitor! She lists readiness factors for introducing solid foods and who to reach out to when your child is struggling.  SLPs & OTs: Want to learn how to screen your first pediatric feeding patient? Join Hallie from September 12-16, 2022 for a free pediatric f...

In this episode Hallie introduces best treatment practices of oral habits in the infant and toddler population. She highlights the need to determine the root cause of the habit and how addressing the root cause can eliminate oral habits without direct treatment of the habit itself. She also provides education on what providers to call and what to look for in a provider.    SLPs &amp...

In this episode Hallie discusses new research on the impact Rapid Maxillary Expansion (RME) can have on speech, feeding, sleep and myofunctional disorders.  She provides education on early expansion and the positive effects it can have on a child’s overall growth and development and provides a brief synopsis of two exciting research studies on RME’s effect on airway expansion.  Please cl...

In this episode Hallie talks to Dr. Eyal Botzer, creator of TongueGym by Liper. Dr. Botzer is a DDM out of Israel and is passionate about intervening early to prevent ongoing complications such as obstructive sleep disorders, swallowing/feeding disorders and speech disorders in babies born with tongue tie and/or narrow/high palate. Dr. Botzer and Hallie discuss the need for further education...

In this episode Hallie talks to Dr. Amy Luedemann-Lazar, DDS, MMD a pediatric dentist with a passion for the birth to three populations. Hallie and Dr. Luedemann discuss everything from bodywork and anatomy to the most effective laser frenulum release. Dr. Luedemenan also shares her extensive knowledge of tethered oral tissue release, airway issues in infants, signs/symptoms to monitor in inf...

In this episode Hallie talks to Tiffany Lamberton, DDS about the role that the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) and Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) play in Myo. Dr. Lamberton shares her own journey, first as a Physical Therapist (PT) turned Dentist (DDS) and as the mother of a child with an obstructive sleep disorder. She shared that this journey taught her the importance of the TMJ in facial d...

Hallie continues the series with Part 3 of the “Symptoms of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders” mini-series, explaining the link between Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) and symptoms of ADHD. She highlights the most severe form of SDB, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), and how it affects a child’s cognitive development. She lists the symptoms to look for across the lifespan, infants to adults. Listen...

Hallie introduces an exciting new series “Symptoms of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders”. In this first episode of her series she discusses audible breathing and what it indicates. She highlights the impairments to our overall health across the physical, cognitive and emotional domains as well as the professionals trained in assessing, diagnosing and treating these impairments. Plea...

Hallie talks to Dr. Skye Zeller, DDS about her myofunctional orthodontic practice. Dr. Zeller shares her personal journey with her twin boys, how she ended up in this practice space and how she's built an airway centric team of medical providers (e.g., ENT, SLP, Sleep Doctor, Myofunctional Therapist). She highlights the importance of early intervention, treating as a collaborative team and how “ev...

In this episode, Hallie chats with Dr. Staci Whitman, a holistic oral health educator and functional dentist. Dr. Staci explains functional dentistry, the importance of the oral microbiome, airway and sleep health. They discuss steps parents and providers can take to get patients on the right track and Dr. Staci shares 3 super simple tips for improved oral health that everyone can i...

In this episode, Hallie discusses her personal airway journey. She ventures back to infancy and her teen years and shares her experience with orthodontic relapse and adult expansion. She goes on to discuss her most recent nasal surgeries and how she is recovering!  Please click here to download the show notes. For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com   Hosted on Acast....

In this episode, Hallie talks with Rachael Garrett, DDS, MSD about her passion for Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs) and her path to becoming a release provider. Rachael discusses the importance of finding a mentor, having an open mind, the difference between a growth mindset vs. fixed mindset, and networking to make connections with colleagues. Highlighted in their chat is how a growth mindset in...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Jen Kirkham, RDH-EA, BS, OMT about choosing your path and the importance of understanding what sets one program and provider apart from the next. They highlight the need to gather information on your journey to determine your best path all while understanding patients choose providers for reasons far beyond a providers level of knowledge. They wrap up the ep...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Tera Sumpter, M.A., CCC-SLP all about executive functioning and her book The Seeds Of Learning. Tera explains executive functioning and the role it plays in a child’s development. They also discuss why SLP’s should care about executive functioning and the resources available for SLPs. Please click here to download the show notes. For more episodes visit www....

In this episode, Hallie talks with Christal Brodziak Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), on her personal breastfeeding struggles with her children. Christal discovered with her fourth child that tongue ties were interfering with successful feeding and now helps other breastfeeding dyads facing the same struggle. Christal shares warning signs,...

In this episode, Hallie answers the 3 most frequent questions she gets regarding myofunctional therapy and pediatric feeding. Please click here to download the show notes. For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie interviews her 6.5-year-old daughter Lily. They discuss the progress Lily has made with expanding her food repertoire, myofunctional therapy and her airway journey. Hear it first hand from a 6.5 year old! Please click here to download the show notes. For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Hallie discusses the differences between choking and gagging. Many parents and professionals use the term chocking when in fact the infant is actually gagging. Gagging can be a normal response when introducing solids but should decrease over time as the gag reflex moves toward the back of the tongue. Listen to this short but information packed episode on 9 key differences between...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Ken Hooks who analyzes Hallie’s recent home sleep test. They discuss what to look for and make sense of all the raw data. Ken discusses the importance of all forms of airway resistance and sleep apnea, and highlights they are ALL of concern, not just obstructive sleep apnea. Hallie’s diagnosis is upper airway resistance syndrome or UARS. Ken dives into what UARS...

In this episode Hallie talks with Brenda C. Figueroa CCC-SLP about her why; the reason she decided to specialize in feeding and myo. Brenda talks about her humbling experience, from not knowing how to guide her own child’s treatment plan to receiving the necessary education and experience to now help as many patients as possible. She shares that a key part of this experience is having lived it as...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Dr. Susan Maples, a practicing dentist of 36 years. Dr. Maples places a special emphasis on wellness and the connections through the body with special attention to the mouth. Her newest book, "Brave Parent! Raising Healthy Happy Kids Against All Odds in Today's World" is shared with focused discussion around: eating, drinking, digestion, breathing, sleep, feeling...

In this episode, Hallie talks with Dr. Layne Martin about his journey. No stone is unturned as Dr. Martin discusses everything from serving in the U.S. Navy, his successful restorative dentistry private practice in NYC, and going back to school to become an orthodontist. Dr. Martin shares his struggle with restorative dentistry, admittedly missing the root cause of patient issues by focusing on tr...

In this Episode, Hallie talks with Dr. Marielly Mitchell, OTD, OTR/L, SIPT, SWC about the most recent CDC milestone updates from an occupational therapist's perspective. They discuss the importance of crawling as well as other important milestones. Every child deserves to thrive. Listen to ensure you join our mission to prevent children from falling behind and through the cracks Please click here...