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Chew On This: The Importance of Chewing in Jaw Development and Airway Health
Chewing is a fundamental aspect of jaw development in children. It plays a crucial role in shaping the jaw and supporting airway health. Encouraging your child to chew mostly fresh, firm, and fibrous foods from a very young age is part of the early intervention protocol that can help, not only prevent these negative health issues, but will also help them achieve their fullest potential.

Shawn Sékou Bonney
3 days ago4 min read
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While She Lay Sleeping
If you have concerns, consult a pediatric dentist specializing in airway health. Early action can change the course of your child’s life.

Shawn Sékou Bonney
Apr 253 min read
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TOOTH DECAY AND ORAL HEALTH: HOW DO AIRWAY ISSUES IMPACT TOOTH HEALTH?
Tooth decay and oral health can impact your child's long-term healthspan. Discover what you can do to improve their oral health.

Christi Boujikian
Jan 8, 20246 min read
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NEW FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH AIRWAY ISSUES
To better help support parents of children with airway disorders, CAFF has created a Facebook support group.

CAFF Team
Sep 20, 20221 min read
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CAFF NEW SLEEP AND AIRWAY BROCHURE
The new Sleep and Airway Brochure helps pediatric professionals talk to parents about preventable airway issues.

CAFF Team
Sep 15, 20221 min read
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UNDERSTANDING CONDYLAR RESORPTION
Resolving the impacts of idiopathic condylar resoprtion in children can open the airway and promote long-term health.

CAFF Team
May 31, 20222 min read
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EPISODE 3 OF AIRWAY FIRST
Listen to episode 3 of Airway First, the podcast from the Children's Airway First Foundation, and our interview with Dr. Steven Hall.

CAFF Team
May 3, 20222 min read
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WHERE TO START WITH AIRWAY HEALTH AND CHILDREN
Do you have a child with an airway issue? We have the resources you need to help your child and find them the right treatment.

CAFF Team
Apr 30, 20223 min read
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EPISODE 2 OF AIRWAY FIRST PODCAST
Listen to the latest episode of Airway First with our guest, Emma Cooksey from Sleep Apnea Stories.

CAFF Team
Apr 17, 20221 min read
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THE AIRWAY FIRST PODCAST IS LIVE
Episode 1: Parent to Parent is now available via our podcast webpage or wherever you stream your podcasts.

CAFF Team
Apr 1, 20221 min read
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THE AIRWAY HUDDLE HAS LAUNCHED
In our continuing effort to support parents of children with airway disorders, The Children's Airway First Foundation has launched The...

CAFF Team
Mar 21, 20221 min read
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WHY DONATE TO CHILDREN'S AIRWAY FIRST FOUNDATION?
Children's Airway First Foundation is the perfect option for your 2021 charitable giving donation.

CAFF Team
Dec 7, 20212 min read
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REACTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE IN CHILDREN
Reactive airway disease is a common childhood airway disorder often mislabeled as asthma.

CAFF Team
Dec 3, 20212 min read
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SLEEP APNEA IN KIDS
Sleep apnea in children can have a devastating impact on a child's health and cognitive abilities.

CAFF Team
Nov 23, 20211 min read
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WORKING TOGETHER: SLEEP EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
Children's Airway First Foundation is working with the Sleep Education Consortium to tackle the challenge of sleep apnea in kids.

CAFF Team
Nov 12, 20212 min read
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ORIGINS OF MALOCCLUSION AND AIRWAY DISORDERS
Airway disorders are a modern issue and not something seen in the archeological findings of our ancestors.

CAFF Team
Oct 29, 20212 min read
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3 REASONS TO BREASTFEED
While there are numerous reasons to breastfeed your baby if possible, here are three we feel are incredibly important.

CAFF Team
Oct 21, 20213 min read
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SELF-CARE FOR YOUR RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Take time to show love to your respiratory system today...your body will thank you tomorrow.

CAFF Team
Oct 2, 20211 min read
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SAVVY'S STORY
Brad and Candy Sparks started the Children's Airway First Foundation so other children would not end up like their daughter, Savvy.

CAFF Team
Sep 8, 202111 min read
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CHILDHOOD AIRWAY DISORDER AWARENESS
As a non-profit, we rely on donations to help support our mission of education and prevention of pediatric airway disorders.

CAFF Team
Sep 2, 20211 min read
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