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Orthodontic or Cylindrical-Shaped Pacifier: Which is Best for Your Baby?

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Choosing the right pacifier for your baby can feel overwhelming, especially with varying recommendations from professionals. Should you choose an orthodontic pacifier or a cylindrical-shaped one? Let’s break down what each expert group advises and why, as well as the benefits and potential drawbacks of each option. Orthodontic Pacifiers: Shaping the Palate Orthodontic pacifiers are

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Feeding Therapist & IBCLCs: Understanding Their Roles in Breastfeeding, Bottle Feeding, and Pre/Post Frenectomy Support

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When a baby experiences feeding difficulties, parents often seek guidance from professionals. Two key experts in this field are International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) and Feeding Therapists (often Speech-Language Pathologists or Occupational Therapists specializing in feeding). While their roles may overlap, they have distinct areas of expertise that complement each other. Understanding the differences between

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Snoring is Never Normal: Here’s How Myofunctional Therapy Can Help

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Snoring may seem harmless—a noisy nighttime habit that many people ignore or even joke about—but it’s more serious than it seems. Snoring is, in fact, never normal and often indicates underlying health issues. For those struggling with it, snoring can disrupt restful sleep, impact daytime energy, and even strain relationships. Worse, it could be a

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Traditional Oral Habit Elimination Programs: Why Do They Sometimes Fail or a New Habit Appears?

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Oral habits like thumb sucking or pacifier use are common in young children for providing comfort and soothing. However, when these habits persist beyond a certain age, they can negatively impact dental development, speech patterns, eating and overall oral health. Traditional oral habit elimination programs are often recommended to help break these habits, but many

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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: Now That’s a Mouthful

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Understanding Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) are conditions that affect the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. These disorders can interfere with the normal growth, development, and function of the orofacial structures. They can occur at any age, from infancy to adulthood, and often coexist with other speech, breathing, swallowing

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Which sounds should my child be saying?

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As parents and caregivers, we often wonder about the milestones of our children’s speech development. The question “Which sounds should my child be saying?” is complex, involving various factors such as articulation norms, phonological patterns, speech intelligibility, and contextual considerations. Let’s dive deep into the intricacies of speech sound development to give you a comprehensive

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