Children's Health | CAFF - Airway and Sleep Issues

SHRINKING AIRWAYS: ORIGIN STORY AND TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS

Christi Boujikian

Nov 297 min read

SHRINKING AIRWAYS: ORIGIN STORY AND TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS

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

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

CAFF Team

Oct 314 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 126 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 302 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 233 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;

EPISODE 79 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 1 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

CAFF Team

Sep 172 min read

EPISODE 79 OF AIRWAY FIRST: PART 1 - SLEEP LAB / SLEEP STUDY FOR KIDS SERIES

Today, we kick off our three-part series on sleep, sleep testing, and treatments for sleep disorders with our guest, Jatin Tekchandani.

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

CAFF Parent - Airway Journey

Sep 94 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

Aug 232 min read

EPISODE 77 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode, we chat about feeding therapy, baby biohacking, and proper airway management with Dr. Marielly Mitchell.

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

Christi Boujikian

Aug 152 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 313 min read

EPISODE 76 OF AIRWAY FIRST

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

CAFF Team

Jul 243 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 223 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 125 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

Jul 23 min read

EPISODE 74 OF AIRWAY FIRST

In this episode with discuss oral and maxillofacial surgery and treatment options with Dr. Kevin Coppelson from the Breathe Institute.

CAFF Team

Jun 184 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.

CAFF Team

May 224 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

Apr 171 min read

EPISODE 66 OF AIRWAY FIRST

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

EPISODE 62 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

CAFF Team

Mar 284 min read

EPISODE 62 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

I am pleased to welcome back Dr. Shereen Lim. Today we chat more about palatal expanders in kids and how to breathe, sleep, and thrive.

EPISODE 61 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

CAFF Team

Mar 273 min read

EPISODE 61 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

In this special episode of Airway First, we discuss jaw development, breastfeeding, and the nose with luminary and author Dr. Sandra Kahn.

EPISODE 59 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

CAFF Team

Mar 254 min read

EPISODE 59 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition

In this episode of Airway First, we discuss airways, ADHD, autism, and how mold and other toxins can impact your child.