In this insightful conversation, Hallie Bulkin sits down with Emily Hussey, M.S., CCC-SLP/L, CLC, founder of Eats and Speaks, to explore the dynamic world of pediatric feeding therapy. Emily shares her journey from speech-language pathology to pediatric feeding, highlighting the importance of early oral health, parent education, and individualized care for every child.

They unpack the realities of working with families, the need for collaboration among professionals, and how early intervention can shape lifelong health outcomes. Emily also discusses the challenges of running a private practice, from navigating insurance complexities to building a supportive, mission-driven team.

Throughout the episode, Hallie and Emily emphasize that feeding therapy is about more than just food - it’s about connection, confidence, and care.

✔️ Why Emily pivoted from speech therapy to pediatric feeding therapy.

✔️ The role of early intervention in preventing long-term feeding issues.

✔️ How parent education supports children’s feeding and oral development.

✔️ Why every child requires an individualized, flexible care approach.

✔️ The impact of “all-or-nothing” thinking on therapeutic outcomes.

✔️ How teamwork enhances care in feeding and myofunctional therapy.

✔️ What it takes to build and sustain a successful private practice.

✔️ How insurance challenges affect accessibility to therapy services.

✔️ Why community and peer support are vital for therapists and families alike.

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• Episode 299: Breathing, Bites, and Breakthroughs with Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi DDS
• Ep 335: The #1 Way to Transform Your Pediatric Feeding Evaluations

OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT & LEARN

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• Learn more about Emily’s work: https://www.eatsandspeaks.com/

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EP 342: The MARPE Experience – Bodywork, Diet, and the Mind-Body Connection in Orthodontics

In this engaging conversation, Hallie Bulkin and Jeannie Nelson discuss their upcoming Marpe procedures, sharing their personal experiences, expectations, and the challenges they anticipate. They delve into the intricacies of the Marpe process, the importance of bodywork and therapy, dietary considerations post-procedure, and the psychological aspects of pain management.

The discussion also touches on the impact of hormonal changes on pain perception, the significance of airway health, and the aesthetic changes they hope to achieve. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the journey of orthodontics as a holistic process that goes beyond just physical changes, highlighting the interconnectedness of body, mind, and health.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️Both hosts are undergoing Marpe procedures within 24 hours of each other.

✔️The Marpe procedure involves local anesthesia and is not a surgical procedure.

✔️Personal goals for the procedure include improved airway health and aesthetics.

✔️Orthodontics is more than just straightening teeth; it involves overall health.

✔️Bodywork and therapy play a crucial role in the orthodontic journey.

✔️Dietary changes will be necessary post-procedure to accommodate healing.

✔️Pain management strategies are important for both hosts as they prepare for their procedures.

✔️The journey of orthodontics is a holistic process that requires patience and understanding.

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• Ep 331: Inside My MARPE Journey with Hallie Bulkin, MA, CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™
• Ep 333: Transforming airway health & smiles with MARPE featuring Dr. Svitlana Koval, DMD, MSc, BDS

OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT & LEARN

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• Become a Certified Myofunctional Therapist™ (CMT®): https://www.themyomethod.com

• “Turn on your myo eyes” free webinar: https://www.feedthepeds.com/myo-webinar

• Free F.A.S.T. Myo Screening Packet: https://FastMyoScreening.com

• Find a myofunctional therapist: https://www.themyodirectory.com

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In this engaging conversation, Hallie Bulkin and Ashley Dorado explore Ashley's journey from dental hygiene to becoming a myofunctional therapy advocate. They discuss the importance of nutrition, the challenges of private practice, and the significance of building a collaborative care team.

Ashley shares her personal experiences and insights on addressing oral habits, the role of family in therapy, and the necessity of listening to patients. The conversation highlights the ongoing need for education and collaboration in the field of myofunctional therapy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️Myofunctional therapy provides a bridge between dental hygiene, airway health, and overall well-being.

✔️Nutrition plays a critical role in supporting successful myofunctional outcomes.

✔️Private practice offers unique challenges but also opportunities for growth and independence.

✔️Collaboration across disciplines—dentists, SLPs, ENTs, and nutritionists—creates stronger patient results.

✔️Oral habits must be addressed at their root cause, not just treated symptomatically.

✔️Family involvement is essential, especially when working with children in therapy.

✔️Patient-centered care requires active listening and adapting therapy to individual needs.

✔️Professional development and continuing education are vital to staying effective in the field.

✔️Advocacy for myofunctional therapy can expand awareness and accessibility to more families.

✔️A holistic approach—combining airway, nutrition, oral function, and emotional support—leads to lasting change.

RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT LOVE

• Ep 327: Understanding Holistic Dentistry & Myofunctional Therapy
• Ep 330: Empowering Children’s Oral Health featuring ‘Ms. Tongue and Friends’ with Tricia Rogers, MS, CCC-SLP

OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT & LEARN

💬 Let’s hang out on social: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

⭐ Love the show? Leave a quick review — it means the world to me!

• Become a Certified Myofunctional Therapist™ (CMT®): https://www.themyomethod.com

• “Turn on your myo eyes” free webinar: https://www.feedthepeds.com/myo-webinar

• Free F.A.S.T. Myo Screening Packet: https://FastMyoScreening.com

• Find a myofunctional therapist: https://www.themyodirectory.com

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