The Speech Studio

Chronic upper respiratory infections in children with Down syndrome often stem from feeding practices that lead to mouth breathing. By optimizing feeding techniques, we can help improve respiratory health and reduce infections.

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For expert care, we specialize in oral motor placement and are one of the only therapists in California with Level 3 TalkTools training.

Source: Rosenfeld-Johnson, S. (1997). The Oral-Motor Myths of Down Syndrome. ADVANCE Magazine.

The tongue may appear larger in children with Down syndrome due to open-mouth posture and weak muscle tone. This can give the false impression of an abnormally sized tongue. Therapists focus on strengthening oral muscles and promoting closed-mouth posture to help improve this appearance. Want to know all the myths at once? Type “Myths” in the comments!

We’re one of the only therapists in California with additional training in oral motor placement and hold a Level 3 certification in TalkTools!

Read more in the article: Sara Rosenfeld-Johnson, M.S., CCC-SLP. “The Oral-Motor Myths of Down Syndrome.” ADVANCE Magazine, August 4, 1997

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀 Did you know that speech therapy can play a vital role for patients recovering from breast cancer treatment? Some therapies, like radiation, can affect swallowing or speech. 💪 Let’s raise awareness and support those in the fight!