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 myofunc ...
Episode 287: CDC Masking Milestones with Hallie Bulkin, MA CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™
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 ...
Episode 286: It’s Not Your Fault with Hallie Bulkin, MA CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™
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 al ...
Episode 285: Mini Myo with Hallie Bulkin, MA CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™
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 fo ...
Episode 284: The Gold Standard In Pacifiers with Hallie Bulkin
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 ...
Episode 283: Overcoming Allergies with Tolerance Induction Program (TIP) with Dena Freedman-Muchnick, M.S., CCC-SLP, CLC
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 shar ...
Episode 282: Healing From a Release with Hallie Bulkin
In this episode, Hallie discusses the healing process after a tongue, lip, or buckle tie release and outlines the phases of healing, including the inflammatory phase, the proliferation fibroblastic phase, and the recovery and healing phase. Join Hallie as ...
Episode 281: Rushing To Release with Hallie Bulkin
In this week's episode, Hallie shares her insights on appropriate timing for a tethered oral tissue release. She emphasizes the importance of proper preparation before scheduling a release and the need for a collaborative team of professionals. Tune in as ...
Episode 280: Beyond the Smile: Whole-istic Pediatric Dental Care with Drs. Lynda & Krystle Dean-Duru
This week on The Untethered Podcast, Hallie welcomes mother-daughter duo, Drs. Lynda & Krystle Dean-Duru, board certified pediatric dentists specializing in integrative, functional holistic pediatric dental care. Together they discuss the importance ...
Episode 279: Navigating Different Orthodontic/Dental Approaches and Appliances with Hallie Bulkin
On the podcast this week, Hallie dives into how to approach orthodontists who have different approaches to treatment. She talks about the importance of personalized care, functional evaluations, and the role of appliances in therapy. Hallie also gives tip ...
Episode 278: The Pediatric Feeding Certification with Hallie Bulkin
This week, Hallie features the Certified Pediatric Feeding Therapist™ (CPFT™) Certification. She explains what a CPFT™ is, how to apply for the certification, and the path to certification. Hallie also discusses the importance of accreditation and the nee ...
Episode 277: TOTs and Feeding in Clinical Practice & Public Health Initiatives with Hallie Bulkin
This week on the podcast, Hallie discusses the gaps in our understanding of the relationship between tethered oral tissues and food aversions.Hallie talks about the need for more research on how these tissues affect sensory processing during eating, the i ...
Episode 276: TOTs, Food Aversions & The Nervous System with Hallie Bulkin
In this week’s episode , Hallie dives deep into the connection between tethered oral tissues, food aversions, and the nervous system.Join the conversation and discover how tongue ties can affect your child's ability to chew and swallow, leading to picky e ...
Episode 275: Advocating for Change with Michelle Elmasri, CCC-SLP
This week on The Untethered Podcast, Hallie welcomes Michelle Elmasri, a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and creator of The Pediatric Source, a platform dedicated to empowering pediatric therapists with specialized, evidence-based education.J ...
Episode 274: Eating Hygiene with Hallie Bulkin
This week, Hallie discusses the importance of eating hygiene and shares three tips for maintaining healthy eating habits. Hallie shares 3 simple and easy-to-implement tips while also emphasizing the importance of creating healthy and sustainable eating h ...
Episode 273: Dairy Allergies & Elimination with Hallie Bulkin
On the podcast this week, Hallie discusses her experience with cutting out dairy from her and her daughters’ diets. She shares the challenges and benefits of eliminating dairy, as well as the importance of choosing dairy alternatives carefully. Hallie al ...
Episode 272: “Yes! I Have a Private Practice!” with Hallie Bulkin
This week on the podcast Hallie finally talks about her very own private practice, Little Sprout Therapy! She discusses the growth of her practice, the R.E.A.L Biz Mastermind Program for private practice owners, and its potential reopening in 2024.The epi ...
Episode 271: Certified Myofunctional Therapist® Certification (CMT®) with Hallie Bulkin
This week on The Untethered Podcast, Hallie dives into all things Certified Myofunctional Therapist™ Certification (CMTç) and addresses the infringement of intellectual property by other companies. Note: You can only become a CMT® through Hallie’s company ...
Episode 270: Hallie’s Inspiring Journey
In this week's podcast episode, Hallie shares her journey from being a college student to a speech-language pathologist (SLP), business owner and mentor. She discusses her experiences in grad school, working in the schools, and starting her own private pr ...
Episode 269: Trusting Your Mom Gut with Becky Birkenfeld MS-CCC, SLP
This week on the podcast, Hallie welcomes Becky Birkenfeld, a speech-language pathologist and feeding therapist. Becky runs a home-based practice, specializing in early language acquisition, autism, and extreme picky eating, offering in-home treatment and ...
Episode 268: Lily and Mia’s Myobrace® Experience – Keeping It Real with Lily, Mia, and Hallie
This week, Lily & Mia, Hallie’s daughters share their experiences with Myobrace®, an oral appliance designed to guide jaw growth and potentially prevent braces.Lily faces challenges keeping the Myobrace® in overnight. She often gags and spits it out. ...
Episode 267: The Power of Breath with Campbell Will
On this week’s podcast, integrative physiotherapist and breathwork educator, Campbell Will joins Hallie to talk about the importance of breath and how it is often overlooked in healthcare.Listen in as Campbell shares his journey into specializing in brea ...
Episode 266: Beyond Observation: Comprehensive Evaluations in Pediatric Feeding Therapy with Hallie Bulkin, MA CCC-SLP, CMT®, COM
This week, join Hallie for a discussion on the importance of comprehensive evaluations in pediatric feeding therapy. In this episode, she emphasizes thorough assessments that go beyond screening and observation, including palpation, to ensure a complete u ...
Episode 265: Healing from the Inside Out with Katie Green, HHP, NMT
This week on the podcast, Hallie welcomes Katie Green, owner of Green Living Holistic Health, a Baton Rouge clinic treating chronic pain, injuries & more. Katie, a passionate advocate for children, tackles healthcare systems head-on.Tune in as Katie s ...
Episode 264: Therapeutic Readiness with Autumn R. Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, COM®️, IBCLC
On this week’s episode, Hallie welcomes back Autumn Henning. Join them as they talk about the concept of therapeutic readiness as it relates to tethered oral tissue releases in the context of myofunctional therapy, feeding therapy, and lactation intervent ...
