The Untethered Podcast

This week on the podcast, Hallie dives into the key factors to consider when selecting a myofunctional therapist.Join Hallie as she talks about the importance of qualifications, licensure, and experience, as well as the significance of individualized treatment approaches. Hallie also highlights the value of mentorship and community support in the field of myofunctional therapy, and more!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

In this week's episode,  Hallie discusses the assessment and treatment of myofunctional disorders, emphasizing the importance of understanding case histories, listening to patients, and creating individualized treatment plans. Tune in as she also talks about the components of a myofunctional evaluation, the transition from assessment to treatment, the significance of community support in the myofunctional practice, and more!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

In this week's episode, Hallie discusses the importance of screening for orofacial myofunctional disorders using the F.A.S.T. Myo Screener. Hallie highlights the need for SLPs, OTs, PTs, RDHs and dentists  to have the tools to identify myofunctional disorders. She also covers the F.A.S.T. Myo Screener, its clinical use, and the critical role early intervention plays in improving patient outcomes.If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

In this episode of the Untethered Podcast, Hallie revisits the controversial changes made by the CDC to developmental milestones, emphasizing the negative impact these changes have on child development. Tune in as she discusses the importance of crawling as a critical developmental milestone and its role in brain development and integration. Hallie also explores environmental factors, such as toxins and nutritional deficiencies, that contribute to developmental delays in children and more!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

This week on the Untethered Podcast, Hallie talks about the common feelings of guilt and self-blame that parents and caregivers experience regarding their children's development. In this episode, Hallie reassures parents that it’s NOT your fault. It is also totally normal to feel overwhelmed or unprepared and encourages parents to prioritize their child’s needs, seek appropriate professional help, and remember that every child’s development is unique.If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

This week, join Hallie as she addresses Mini-Myo (mini orofacial myofunctional therapy) and its role in pediatric feeding therapy, emphasizing that Mini-Myo is merely a marketing tactic. Listen as she stresses the need for proper licensure and training for those offering pediatric feeding therapy, explains key goals of orofacial myofunctional therapy, and so much more!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

This week,  Hallie discusses the topic of pacifiers and addresses the misinformation spread by a viral Instagram reel and the lack of research and third-party validation for pacifier claims made by companies in the United States. Tune in as Hallie debunks pacifier myths,  highlights the importance of proper oral rest posture, and MORE!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com 

This week on the podcast, Hallie welcomes Dena Freedman-Muchnick, a licensed speech-language pathologist with over 24 years of experience,  certified lactation consultant, and founder and clinical director of Myofunctional Spot.Dena Freedman Muchnick shares her son’s journey with food allergies and the Tolerance Induction Program (TIP) at the Food Allergy Institute. Dena and Hallie also talk about the program's personalized approach, costs, and the potential for a life-changing outcome. Tune in to hear about the challenges, successes, future of food allergy treatment, and more!If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin and Dena @myofunctionalspotFor more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com