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Our blogs and newsletters are excellent sources of information for both parents medical professionals regarding pediatric airway disorders. We cover the basics about symptoms and signs as well as up-to-date research from industry and medical experts.

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EPISODE 3 OF AIRWAY FIRST

May 4
1 min

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.

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EPISODE 2 OF AIRWAY FIRST PODCAST

Apr 17
1 min

EPISODE 2 OF AIRWAY FIRST PODCAST

Listen to the latest episode of Airway First with our guest, Emma Cooksey from Sleep Apnea Stories.

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IMPACTS OF MOUTH BREATHING ON A CHILD'S ORAL HEALTH

Apr 7
3 min

IMPACTS OF MOUTH BREATHING ON A CHILD'S ORAL HEALTH

Mouth breathing is one of the leading causes of snoring, sleep apnea, and oral decay in children.

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STUDY FINDS MALOCCLUSIONS CONNECTED TO ADHD

Mar 2
2 min

STUDY FINDS MALOCCLUSIONS CONNECTED TO ADHD

A recent study found a connection between children with malocclusion, mouth breathing, and ADHD.

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WHY YOUR CHILD NEEDS AN AIRWAY-CENTRIC DENTIST

Feb 15
3 min

WHY YOUR CHILD NEEDS AN AIRWAY-CENTRIC DENTIST

Getting your child to an airway-centered dentist before their first birthday can prevent long-term breathing issues.

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WHY PROPER BREATHING IS IMPORTANT FOR KIDS

Feb 3
3 min

WHY PROPER BREATHING IS IMPORTANT FOR KIDS

One of the most basic, and rarely thought about, functions of the human body is proper breathing.

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CAN GOOD SLEEP HYGIENE BE THE KEY TO GOOD HEALTH?

Jan 6
3 min

CAN GOOD SLEEP HYGIENE BE THE KEY TO GOOD HEALTH?

Good sleep hygiene ensures that your child is healthy and emotionally prepared. It's critical for long-term health and airway management.

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WHY AIRWAY DISORDER AWARENESS IS CRITICAL FOR PARENTS

Jan 4
3 min

WHY AIRWAY DISORDER AWARENESS IS CRITICAL FOR PARENTS

It is critical for parents to have airway disorder awareness and know what signs to watch for in their child.

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HOW IS SELF-CONTROL A PREDICTOR OF A CHILD'S HEALTH FUTURE?

Dec 28, 2021
2 min

HOW IS SELF-CONTROL A PREDICTOR OF A CHILD'S HEALTH FUTURE?

The Dunedin Study shows how self-control at an early age can impact a child's health.

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MENTAL HEALTH IMPACTS OF AIRWAY DISORDERS IN KIDS

Dec 16, 2021
2 min

MENTAL HEALTH IMPACTS OF AIRWAY DISORDERS IN KIDS

The impact of airway disorders on the mental health of children cannot be overstated enough.

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REACTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE IN CHILDREN

Dec 3, 2021
2 min

REACTIVE AIRWAY DISEASE IN CHILDREN

Reactive airway disease is a common childhood airway disorder often mislabeled as asthma.

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WHAT ARE THE DANGERS OF SLEEP APNEA IN CHILDREN?

Nov 26, 2021
2 min

WHAT ARE THE DANGERS OF SLEEP APNEA IN CHILDREN?

Sleep apnea in children can lead to ADHD, a lower IQ, and other health issues if left untreated.

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MOUTH BREATHING CREATES UNHEALTHY KIDS

Nov 17, 2021
3 min

MOUTH BREATHING CREATES UNHEALTHY KIDS

A child that is continually breathing through the mouth all the time, even when sleeping, can lead to health problems.

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WORKING TOGETHER: SLEEP EDUCATION CONSORTIUM

Nov 12, 2021
2 min

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.

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WORKING TOGETHER: FOUNDATION FOR AIRWAY HEALTH

Nov 8, 2021
2 min

WORKING TOGETHER: FOUNDATION FOR AIRWAY HEALTH

Children's Airway First Foundation is working with the Foundation for Airway Health to support airway awareness and proper breathing.

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ORIGINS OF MALOCCLUSION AND AIRWAY DISORDERS

Oct 30, 2021
1 min

ORIGINS OF MALOCCLUSION AND AIRWAY DISORDERS

Airway disorders are a modern issue and not something seen in the archeological findings of our ancestors.

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BOOK SPOTLIGHT: JAWS - THE STORY OF A HIDDEN EPIDEMIC

Oct 25, 2021
2 min

BOOK SPOTLIGHT: JAWS - THE STORY OF A HIDDEN EPIDEMIC

There's a silent epidemic in western civilization, and it is right under our noses.

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AIRWAY HEALTH FOR CHILDREN RESOURCE ROUND-UP

Oct 23, 2021
1 min

AIRWAY HEALTH FOR CHILDREN RESOURCE ROUND-UP

There is tons of amazing information available, but taking time to find it all can be a daunting task. To help parents along their...

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3 REASONS TO BREASTFEED

Oct 22, 2021
3 min

3 REASONS TO BREASTFEED

While there are numerous reasons to breastfeed your baby if possible, here are three we feel are incredibly important.

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PARENT EVALUATION: ORAL-FACIAL HEALTH IN YOUR CHILD

Oct 21, 2021
2 min

PARENT EVALUATION: ORAL-FACIAL HEALTH IN YOUR CHILD

Here is a quick checklist you can use to evaluate your child to see if they might be at risk of a possible airway disorder.

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Our recommended reading list is good for both medical professionals and parents

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A collection of interviews of some of the best medical pediatric airway specialists

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Our library of checklists, guides, and research on childhood airway disorders and prevention

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Where parents can begin their journey by finding health providers, education & support