CHILDREN'S HEALTH

SHRINKING AIRWAYS: ORIGIN STORY AND TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS

Christi Boujikian

Nov 29, 20247 min read

SHRINKING AIRWAYS: ORIGIN STORY AND TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS

Growing evidence suggests that modern humans' jaws and airways are shrinking.

CAFF Team

Nov 19, 20246 min read

EPISODE 82 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In today's episode, we discuss feeding issues and baby oral development with our guest, Mallory Roberts.

EPISODE 81 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 3 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

CAFF Team

Nov 15, 20244 min read

EPISODE 81 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 3 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

In part three of our sleep lap/sleep studies for kids series, Jordan Rusk gives us a final overview of how to prepare our children.

EPISODE 80 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 2 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

CAFF Team

Oct 31, 20244 min read

EPISODE 80 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 2 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

In part two of our sleep lap/sleep studies for kids series, Dmitry Spektor provides a tour of a sleep lab.

THE IMPORTANCE OF NUTRITION IN YOUR CHILD'S AIRWAY, SLEEP, AND MENTAL HEALTH

CAFF Team

Oct 12, 20246 min read

THE IMPORTANCE OF NUTRITION IN YOUR CHILD'S AIRWAY, SLEEP, AND MENTAL HEALTH

Nutrition is one of the cornerstones of optimal health, providing the essential nutrients that our bodies need to function properly.

UNDERSTANDING GLUCOCORTICOIDS AND THEIR ROLE IN FETAL DEVELOPMENT

CAFF Team

Sep 30, 20242 min read

UNDERSTANDING GLUCOCORTICOIDS AND THEIR ROLE IN FETAL DEVELOPMENT

Glucocorticoids play a vital role in fetal development during pregnancy, particularly in the latter stages. They influence the development a

THE IMPORTANCE OF BREASTFEEDING: NURTURING HEALTH FOR MOTHER AND BABY

CAFF Team

Sep 23, 20243 min read

THE IMPORTANCE OF BREASTFEEDING: NURTURING HEALTH FOR MOTHER AND BABY

Breastfeeding is a natural and vital process that offers numerous benefits for both mother and child. It's not just a means of nourishment;

A MOTHER'S JOURNEY WITH SLEEP-DISORDERED BREATHING: MYSTERY TO PASSION

CAFF Parent - Airway Journey

Sep 9, 20244 min read

A MOTHER'S JOURNEY WITH SLEEP-DISORDERED BREATHING: MYSTERY TO PASSION

Hear from CAFF parent, Claire, as she shares the sleep and airway journey of her son.

CAFF Team

Sep 3, 20241 min read

EPISODE 78 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode, we hear the airway health journey of parent Jenny Gay and her three sons.

THE BENEFITS OF CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CBCT) IN CHILDREN'S HEALTH

Christi Boujikian

Aug 15, 20242 min read

THE BENEFITS OF CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CBCT) IN CHILDREN'S HEALTH

CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY is becoming more popular in dental and oral surgery. How can it help your child's sleep and breathing, though?

CAFF Team

Jul 24, 20243 min read

EPISODE 75 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this two part series, Dr. Hilary Pada shares her journey as both a parent and provider through children's airway and sleep issues.

OPTIMIZING ORAL DEVELOPMENT FOR THRIVING KIDS: ORAL MOTOR MILESTONES

CAFF Team

Jul 22, 20243 min read

OPTIMIZING ORAL DEVELOPMENT FOR THRIVING KIDS: ORAL MOTOR MILESTONES

Oral motor milestones are critical for setting kids up with a strong foundation to life-long airway health and development.

THE FULL SPECTRUM OF BREASTFEEDING BENEFITS: IT'S MORE THAN JUST THE MILK

Christi Boujikian

Jul 12, 20245 min read

THE FULL SPECTRUM OF BREASTFEEDING BENEFITS: IT'S MORE THAN JUST THE MILK

If you're only pumping your breast milk, you're missing out on a key benefit for your baby's facial development and airway health.

CAFF Team

Jun 28, 20245 min read

EPISODE 73 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode we talk sleep health, social media impacts, and narcolepsy in children with Nurse Practitioner, Maggie Lavender.

CAFF Team

Jun 18, 20244 min read

EPISODE 72 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode of Airway First, we chat with Occupational Therapist Nat Udwin on getting to the root to make therapy successful in kids.

KID'S SLEEP ISSUES: THE IMPACT ON YOUR CHILD'S HEALTH

CAFF Team

Jun 4, 20245 min read

KID'S SLEEP ISSUES: THE IMPACT ON YOUR CHILD'S HEALTH

Sleep and airway health are closely connected when it comes to health. Obtaining the right amount good quality sleep is essential.

CAFF Team

May 22, 20244 min read

EPISODE 71 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this week's episode, we discuss the mouth's connection to the airway and full-body health with the amazing Dr. Claire Stagg.

CAFF Team

May 15, 20244 min read

EPISODE 70 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In honor of mental health awareness month, today we discuss the connection between sleep, airway, and depression with Kelley Rubio.

CAFF Team

May 7, 20242 min read

EPISODE 69 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode of Airway First we discuss the connection between childhood health issues and sleep disordered breathing with Dr. Mark Levi.

CAFF Team

Apr 17, 20241 min read

EPISODE 66 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode of Airway First, Jackie Christiansen shares her parenting airway journey and advice.