Episode #28: Why Breathing, Sleep, and Tongue Position Matter for Your Child’s Development with Kelley Carter, pediatric Speech Pathologist

In today’s episode, DiDi and I sit down with speech-language pathologist Kelley Carter, who brings over 20 years of experience working with children and families. Kelley shares her journey from working in geriatrics to building a thriving pediatric practice focused on early intervention and whole-child development.We dive into the world of myofunctional therapy—what it is, why it matters, and how something as simple as the way your child breathes, sleeps, or rests their tongue can impact everything from speech and feeding to behavior, sleep quality, and even facial development.Kelley helps us connect the dots between mouth breathing, poor sleep, and symptoms that can often be mistaken for ADHD. She also walks us through early signs to look for in babies and young children—especially when it comes to feeding challenges, oral function, and airway health—so we can better support our kids from the very beginning.If you’re a mom who has ever wondered about your child’s sleep, behavior, feeding, or development, this episode will open your eyes to a whole new perspective and give you practical insight into what to look for and when to seek support.SHOW NOTES:Have questions for Kelley you can reach her through her website below.Speakeasy: website⭐ If you’re loving the podcast, don’t forget to give us a star rating—it really helps us grow! Please consider writing us a review on your favorite podcast platform as this keeps our podcast in the forefront for others to find us with ease.Follow us on  IG THANK YOU! Disclaimer:The information shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and is based on the opinions and experience of Lori, Dorothy and their guests. The content should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or a treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider with any questions you