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Mind Your Mouth: The Intersection of Oral Health, Infant Feeding, and Holistic Development

Mind Your Mouth: The Intersection of Oral Health, Infant Feeding, and Holistic Development

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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 approaches to support children's growth. She explains the distinctions between myofunctional therapy and oral motor therapy, the impact of early oral challenges on lifelong health, and the significance of a regulated nervous system. The episode sets the stage for future deep dives into related topics with guest experts. Listeners can follow Karen's work and connect through her website and Instagram.

00:00 Introduction to Mind Your Mouth Podcast

00:49 Meet Your Host: Karen Galway

01:50 Understanding Myofunctional Therapy

02:55 The Importance of Early Oral Development

05:48 Karen's Professional Journey

06:11 The Birth of the Podcast

07:12 Mindset and Nervous System Regulation

09:17 Empowering Parents with Knowledge

10:10 Conclusion and Next Steps


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