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The Untethered Podcast

Hosted by Hallie Bulkin, a Certified Myofunctional Therapist™ (CMT®), Feeding Specialist and Speech Therapist, The Untethered Podcast focuses on the latest research and clinical evidence in Myofunctional Therapy, Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs, AKA Tongue Tie, etc), Airway and Pediatric Feeding. Produced with both providers and parents in mind, episodes include interviews with experts, personal stories from parents, and Q&A from our listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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Ep 350: Sleep Struggles This Season? The Surprising...

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2025/12/07

In this episode, Hallie Bulkin discusses the complexities surrounding tethered oral tissues, specifically tongue ties, lip ties, and buckle ties. She emphasizes that not all ties require surgical release and that the decision should be based on functional impacts such as speech, feeding, and sleep.Hallie highlights the importance of thorough evaluations and the role of therapy in determining the necessity of a release. She advocates for a patient-centered approach, considering individual goals and

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EP 349: Myofunctional Therapy Explained: Root Causes,...

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2025/11/30

In this empowering episode, Hallie Bulkin sits down with Angela Richwine, RDH, BASc, QOM, COM®, to dive deep into the world of myofunctional therapy and collaboration in healthcare. Angela opens up about her personal journey into the field, the pivotal moments that shaped her practice, and how her passion for helping others led her to uncover the root causes behind oral and airway issues.Together, Hallie and Angela explore the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork, patient education, and parent

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EP 348: Tongue Ties, Sleep Apnea & More: The...

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2025/11/23

In this engaging conversation, Hallie Bulkin and Kassi Klein explore the intricate world of airway dentistry, discussing Kassi's personal journey into the field, the importance of understanding craniofacial development, and the need for a patient-centered approach that focuses on the underlying reasons for patients' concerns.They emphasize the significance of collaboration among various healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care, the balance between functional and structural treatment

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Ep 347: Airway First: The Pediatric Dentist's...

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2025/11/16

In this episode, Hallie Bulkin welcomes special guest Dr. Anita Gouri, a board-certified pediatric dentist, to dive deep into the critical, often-missed connection between pediatric dentistry and a child's overall airway health and development.Dr. Gouri shares her personal journey into airway and tissue-focused dentistry, motivated by her own daughter's and nephew's feeding and developmental challenges due to undiagnosed tongue ties. They emphasize the absolute necessity of a multidisciplinary

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Ep 346: Candy, Cocktails, & Collapsed Airways: Why...

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2025/11/09

In this episode, Hallie Bulkin dives into a topic we all need to hear as we navigate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the rest of the holiday season: how our festive food and drink habits directly impact our sleep and breathing.It's about more than just your waistline, what you eat and drink this time of year directly affects your airway health and daily function. Hallie connects the dots between common holiday culprits like sugar and alcohol, and poor sleep quality, snoring, and overall well-being. She

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Ep: 345: The Hidden Link Between Pediatric Feeding...

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2025/11/02

In this episode, Hallie Bulkin interviews Meaghan Beames, a craniosacral therapist, discussing the profound impact of craniosacral therapy on infant feeding and development. They explore Meaghan's journey into this field, the connection between craniosacral therapy and oral development, and the importance of addressing tension patterns in infants.The conversation emphasizes the need for more qualified providers in this area and the significance of nervous system regulation for both babies and

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Ep: 344: "What It’s Really Like to Wear Expanders —...

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2025/10/27

In this episode of the Untethered podcast, Hallie Bulkin and her daughters, Lily and Mia, share their experiences with dental expanders and clear aligners. They discuss the feelings associated with getting and removing expanders, the transition to Invisalign, and the daily challenges and funny moments that arise during their orthodontic journeys.Hallie also provides an update on her own dental treatment, emphasizing the importance of airway health and the overall benefits of these dental appliances

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EP 343: Inside a Mission-Driven Pediatric Feeding...

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2025/10/20

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

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EP 342: The MARPE Experience – Bodywork, Diet, and...

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2025/10/13

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

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EP 341: From Dental Hygiene to Myofunctional Therapy...

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2025/10/06

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

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EP 340: Evidence vs. Pseudoscience in Myofunctional...

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2025/09/29

In this conversation, Hallie Bulkin and Robyn Merkel Walsh discuss the resurgence of evidence-based practice (EBP) in myofunctional therapy, addressing the challenges faced in research acceptance and the misconceptions surrounding pseudoscience.They emphasize the importance of clinical insight, the role of therapy tools, and the need to address compensations in therapy. The discussion highlights the art and science of myofunctional therapy and concludes with a call to action for clinicians to focus

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Ep 339: Why 'Lazy Bottles' Don’t Exist: A Functional...

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2025/09/22

In this episode of the Untethered Podcast, Hallie Bulkin discusses the complexities of pediatric feeding, focusing on lip ties, latch issues, and the misconceptions surrounding 'lazy bottles.'She emphasizes the importance of functional assessments over labels, advocating for a comprehensive approach to feeding therapy. Hallie provides practical takeaways for clinicians and introduces the Pediatric Feeding Hub as a resource for support and mentorship in the field.In this episode, you’ll

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Ep 338: The Missing Link in Pediatric Feeding:...

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2025/09/16

Ep 338: The Missing Link in Pediatric Feeding: Critical Skills Grad Programs SkipIn this episode, Hallie Bulkin discusses the critical gaps in pediatric feeding education that graduate programs often overlook. She emphasizes the importance of understanding messy eating behaviors and tethered oral tissues, and how these insights can enhance therapy outcomes.Hallie introduces her course, Feed the Peds, which aims to equip therapists with the necessary skills and confidence to address these challenges

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Ep 337: Unlocking Pediatric Feeding: Expert...

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2025/09/15

Ep 337: Unlocking Pediatric Feeding: Expert Strategies with Hallie BulkinIn this episode of the Untethered Podcast™, Hallie discusses the intricacies of pediatric feeding assessments and treatments. She emphasizes the importance of thorough assessments that include parent interviews, oral motor examinations, and understanding airway issues.Hallie also highlights the significance of parent coaching and creating functional treatment plans that involve parents in the process. Additionally, she

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Ep 336: Feeding Therapy in Schools: Safety, Culture,...

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2025/09/08

Ep 336:Feeding Therapy in Schools: Safety, Culture, and Collaboration with Karen HowarthIn this episode, Hallie Bulkin interviews Karen Howarth, a pediatric occupational therapist with 25 years of experience — and our new resident OT mentor inside Feed The Peds®.They dive into Karen’s work in feeding therapy within school settings, including the development of the MEALS screening tool, the unique challenges of providing feeding therapy in schools, and the importance of a multidisciplinary

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Ep 335: The #1 Way to Transform Your Pediatric...

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2025/09/01

Ep 335: The #1 Way to Transform Your Pediatric Feeding EvaluationsIn this episode of The Untethered Podcast, Hallie Bulkin reveals why a truly effective pediatric feeding evaluation starts long before the child walks into the room. She shares how well-designed intake forms with targeted, specific questions unlock critical insights into a child’s feeding behaviors and highlight red flags that might otherwise be missed.In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ Why the best feeding evaluations actually start

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Ep 334: Bye-Bye Thumb! Myo & Airway Strategies to...

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2025/08/25

Ep 334: Bye-Bye Thumb! Myo & Airway Strategies to Break the Habit - for GoodIn this episode of The Untethered Podcast™, Hallie Bulkin explores the complexities of thumb sucking in children, emphasizing that it is often a symptom of deeper issues such as airway obstruction and oral dysfunction. She discusses the importance of understanding the underlying causes of thumb sucking, the role of airway health, and the need for holistic approaches to treatment.Hallie provides insights into effective

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Ep 333: Transforming airway health & smiles with...

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2025/08/18

Ep 333: Transforming airway health & smiles with MARPE featuring Dr. Svitlana Koval, DMD, MSc, BDSThis week on The Untethered Podcast™, Hallie welcomes back Dr. Svitlana Koval, Florida’s leading provider of Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE).Together, they explore the powerful connection between dental expansion, airway health, and facial balance covering MARPE and clear aligner mechanics, Hallie’s personal experience with her children’s treatment, timelines, post-care, and the

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Ep 332: The Interconnectedness of Oral and Systemic...

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2025/08/11

Ep 332: The Interconnectedness of Oral and Systemic Health with Amber White RDH, HHPThis week on The Untethered Podcast™, join Hallie Bulkin and Amber White for an eye-opening conversation that bridges biological dentistry, holistic health, and overall well-being. Amber shares her journey from traditional dentistry to a holistic approach, revealing how oral health deeply influences the entire body.Together, they explore the powerful roles hormones, minerals, and detoxification play in maintaining

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Ep 331: Inside My MARPE Journey with Hallie Bulkin,...

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2025/08/04

Ep 331: Inside My MARPE Journey with Hallie Bulkin, MA, CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™In this solo episode of The Untethered Podcast™, Hallie Bulkin opens up about her decision to undergo Mini Screw Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE). Despite previous expansion efforts, Hallie experienced persistent post-nasal drip, jaw pain, facial asymmetry, and disrupted sleep. All of which led her to explore MARPE as the next step toward improved airway and overall wellness.She explains what MARPE is, how it works,

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