Posts by Emily Kirkcaldy

Whether you’re a professional singer, vocal coach, or both, you understand how much of your performance depends on more than just your vocal cords. Breath…

For many parents and adults, the idea of retraining the muscles of the mouth and face might sound unusual. Yet, myofunctional therapy—an evidence-based, non-invasive approach—has…

Mouth breathing is often underestimated, yet it can have significant effects on a child’s overall development. Beyond dental health and facial growth, habitual mouth breathing…

Mouth breathing is often dismissed as a minor habit. However, growing research highlights that habitual mouth breathing can significantly impair health and development, particularly in…

The Benefits of Manual Therapy (Walt Fritz Approach) for Voice, Swallowing, and TMJ Issues At Breathe First, both Emily and Holly are trained in Manual…

The Importance of a toned tongue posture for clear speech: Understanding the Role of the Tongue Blade and Incisive Papilla When we think about clear…

Introduction As a Myofunctional Therapist, I’ve encountered numerous products aimed at improving nasal breathing during sleep. Myotape is one such product that promises to enhance…

Blowing the ball and pipe is great fun for all ages, and can get quite competitive in my household. Similarly to humming, when we blow…