The Myohacker Podcast: Answering Parent Questions about Airway & Myo Health
Karindy Ong, MA, CCC-SLP
32 episodes
1 month ago
Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast. I am your host, Karindy Ong. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in myofunctional therapy and the mom of two who has learned through clinical and personal experience how to get clear as we navigate decisions related to airway health. I am on a mission to educate families without the overwhelm so that our children can grow, eat, breathe, and thrive.
Join me each week as we explore the crucial connection between how we breathe, swallow, eat, speak and sleep. We will discuss how these functions affect us holistically and discuss the why and the how of airway challenges. From tongue ties and tongue thrust, we unpack questions from parents to clarify what a whole-body approach to treatment and wellness means. Myofunctional therapy isn’t just about correcting a tongue tie; it’s about restoring balance and function to the body.
Together we will discuss:
-How airway issues like mouth breathing can affect our health
-At-home strategies to support airway tone and development
-How myofunctional therapy can improve orthodontic outcomes and prevent issues like relapse
-The mind-body connection to airway health and why a holistic approach is essential
Through personal and clinical experience as a holistic airway provider, I bring you practical insights, interviews, and real-life case studies to show how a myofunctional approach can bring growth, life, and wellness where you have been stuck, confused, and ill. Each week I’ll share resources, mindset shifts and hands-on strategies you can use to start making a difference.
Tune in to The Myohacker Podcast today! And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @MyohackerSLP. For in-depth resources, free guides, and access to my online courses, visit MyohackerSLP.com
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Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast. I am your host, Karindy Ong. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in myofunctional therapy and the mom of two who has learned through clinical and personal experience how to get clear as we navigate decisions related to airway health. I am on a mission to educate families without the overwhelm so that our children can grow, eat, breathe, and thrive.
Join me each week as we explore the crucial connection between how we breathe, swallow, eat, speak and sleep. We will discuss how these functions affect us holistically and discuss the why and the how of airway challenges. From tongue ties and tongue thrust, we unpack questions from parents to clarify what a whole-body approach to treatment and wellness means. Myofunctional therapy isn’t just about correcting a tongue tie; it’s about restoring balance and function to the body.
Together we will discuss:
-How airway issues like mouth breathing can affect our health
-At-home strategies to support airway tone and development
-How myofunctional therapy can improve orthodontic outcomes and prevent issues like relapse
-The mind-body connection to airway health and why a holistic approach is essential
Through personal and clinical experience as a holistic airway provider, I bring you practical insights, interviews, and real-life case studies to show how a myofunctional approach can bring growth, life, and wellness where you have been stuck, confused, and ill. Each week I’ll share resources, mindset shifts and hands-on strategies you can use to start making a difference.
Tune in to The Myohacker Podcast today! And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @MyohackerSLP. For in-depth resources, free guides, and access to my online courses, visit MyohackerSLP.com
25: Taking OT Outside: How Risky Play Promotes Development with Kim Wilson, MS, OTR/L, CLC
The Myohacker Podcast: Answering Parent Questions about Airway & Myo Health
58 minutes 9 seconds
4 months ago
25: Taking OT Outside: How Risky Play Promotes Development with Kim Wilson, MS, OTR/L, CLC
In this episode of The Myohacker Podcast, host Karindy Ong, MA, CCC-SLP is joined by Kim Wilson, MS, OTR/L, CLC a pediatric occupational therapist who brings therapy into the great outdoors. Together, they explore how nature-based occupational therapy supports child development, fosters fine motor skills, and helps meet the movement needs of boys.
Learn why risky play is essential, how outdoor environments enhance sensory integration, and what parents can do to advocate for unstructured play and holistic education. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or therapist, this conversation offers valuable insight into raising creative, resilient, and confident kids—naturally.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why nature is a powerful and underused therapy tool
✔️ How risky play builds resilience and boundary awareness
✔️ Why boys may struggle more in traditional classrooms
✔️ The cultural shift we need in parenting and education
✔️ Practical tips for incorporating more movement and play into daily life
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast
01:06 – What Is Nature-Based Occupational Therapy?
04:15 – Understanding the True Scope of OT
07:12 – Play as a Child’s Primary Occupation
10:01 – Why Risky Play Builds Confidence
13:06 – Movement Needs of Boys in the Classroom
15:56 – How Culture Shapes Our Views on Play
19:01 – Education System Misconceptions
21:52 – Shifting the Way We Think About Learning
30:47 – Recognizing Bright Young Minds
33:54 – Rethinking Schooling and Curriculum
36:20 – Advocating for Creativity in Education
39:41 – Outdoor Play Builds Real-Life Skills
42:24 – Movement’s Role in Emotional and Cognitive Growth
46:54 – Long-Term Parenting Perspective
52:02 – Why Kids Need Unstructured Time
55:33 – Connect with Kim Wilson
57:10 – Final Reflections
How to Connect with Kim Wilson, MS, OTR/L, CLC:
www.naturespathot.com
Instagram | @natures.path.ot
Facebook | Nature’s Path Occupational Therapy
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https://www.myohackerslp.com/
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Credits:
The Myohacker Podcast is hosted by Karindy Ong, MA, CCC-SLP and edited by Allison Massengale. Song “Better Sweater” performed by Desert Dive, licensed via Soundstripe. Content ID: DSWHHVSJ6SLVLE4O
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The Myohacker Podcast: Answering Parent Questions about Airway & Myo Health
Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast. I am your host, Karindy Ong. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in myofunctional therapy and the mom of two who has learned through clinical and personal experience how to get clear as we navigate decisions related to airway health. I am on a mission to educate families without the overwhelm so that our children can grow, eat, breathe, and thrive.
Join me each week as we explore the crucial connection between how we breathe, swallow, eat, speak and sleep. We will discuss how these functions affect us holistically and discuss the why and the how of airway challenges. From tongue ties and tongue thrust, we unpack questions from parents to clarify what a whole-body approach to treatment and wellness means. Myofunctional therapy isn’t just about correcting a tongue tie; it’s about restoring balance and function to the body.
Together we will discuss:
-How airway issues like mouth breathing can affect our health
-At-home strategies to support airway tone and development
-How myofunctional therapy can improve orthodontic outcomes and prevent issues like relapse
-The mind-body connection to airway health and why a holistic approach is essential
Through personal and clinical experience as a holistic airway provider, I bring you practical insights, interviews, and real-life case studies to show how a myofunctional approach can bring growth, life, and wellness where you have been stuck, confused, and ill. Each week I’ll share resources, mindset shifts and hands-on strategies you can use to start making a difference.
Tune in to The Myohacker Podcast today! And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @MyohackerSLP. For in-depth resources, free guides, and access to my online courses, visit MyohackerSLP.com
