Oral Facial & Airway issues in Children & Adults- ADHD, Sleep Issues, Snoring with Brittany DeMarcke

This episode Andrea and Caitlin sit down to chat with Brittany DeMarcke all about oral ties in older children and adults. This is a super in depth conversation with lots of information and new perspectives. Brittany teaches us all about what MyoFunctional Therapy can help with (it's more than you'd guess)! So if you've been curious about tongue ties, ADHD, Sleep issues, Sleep Apnea (it happens in kids too), watch and save this episode! If you love the show please go ahead and subscribe and follow us on social to stay connected and up to date for a fabulous 2026 season. And, if you're ready, it's time to jump @IntoTheHenHouse

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Meet Brittany:

Brittany DeMarcke is a Kinesiologist and Myofunctional Therapy practitioner who works with children and families to support healthy oral function, jaw development, and breathing patterns. She helps parents navigate concerns such as mouth breathing, teeth crowding, sleep challenges, speech clarity, and orthodontic concerns Brittany’s approach focuses on identifying root causes and supporting proper growth and function through practical, family-centered strategies that fit into everyday life.

Connect with Brittany:

IG: @brittany.demarcke

https://www.instagram.com/brittany.demarcke/

IG: @spotspeech

https://www.instagram.com/spotspeech/

Website: www.spotspeech.com

Books Mentioned:

The Dental Diet by Dr. Steven Lin

Anatomy Trains by Thomas Myers

Show Synopsis:

- Sleep Apnea in kids and adults

- grinding and clenching, mouth guards and airway support

- picky eating and choking

- mouth breathing and cavities

- ADHD and sleep issues and relation to oral ties

- myofunctional therapy

- proper tongue placement

- collaborative healthcare

Sound Design: Simeon Sjoberg 2026 Photo Credit: Hen House - Megan Wingo : Other photos - Margout Abatto