WHY-O-MYO Podcast
WHY-O-MYO Podcast
Janine Stiene
A speech therapy podcast, specializing in Myofunctional Therapy. The host, Janine Stiene, is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, trained Myofunctional Therapist (Garliner, IAOM, AOMT), TSSLD and owner of Long Island Speech. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
HY-O-MYO Podcast: Episode 33 - How and When you Should Get a Myofunctional Therapy Referral
Join our host Janine Stiene for this week’s episode of Why-O-Myo as she discusses how and when you should get a Myofunctional Therapy referral!
May 5, 2025
26 min
Episode 29. The Sleep Apnea Solutions
Are you still searching for the fix for your Sleep Apnea, but unsure what the best option is? In this week's episode, we'll be circling back to sleep apnea issues and sleep-disordered breathing, and digging deeper into a CPAP machine and the role of Myofunctiuonal therapy in solving this problem. Listen now to find out how you can improve your overall health and learn more about this common issue.  DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Sep 10, 2024
9 min
Episode 28. Tongue Health
Not sure what to look for when it comes to addressing your tongue health?Did you know that the white on your tongue isn't only an indicator of telling a fib, but your health too?In this week's episode, we are going to drive into all the indicators that could help you improve your health with the help of your tongue placement. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Aug 26, 2024
5 min
Episode 27. Sleep Disordered Breathing pt2
Are you looking for a boost with your Speech or Myofunctional Therapy plan?In the last episode, we focused on how Spot Pal helps sleep-disordered breathing, but did you know that it can speed up your therapy program by miles, too?Check out this week's episode, and learn how you can take advantage of all the resources that can amplify your Sleep, Speech, and Myofunctional Therapy goals!  DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Aug 12, 2024
29 min
Episode 26. Sleep Disordered Breathing pt1
Are you or your child having trouble sleeping, and feeling restless during the day? Not everyone knows the questions to ask to find out the root of the problem, and how lack of sleep can impact your brain's development.  Listen to this week's episode to find out what the questions are, what your doctors should be asking during physicals and how to find out if sleep disordered breathing could be affecting you or your loved ones, and what the fix is! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Aug 5, 2024
27 min
Episode 25. Habit Breakers
Looking for a way to support passive and subconscious therapy? Listen to learn more about Habit Breakers! We'll be talking about rakes and cribs, and how a less invasive route is the way to go. Check out Spot Pal, the first-ever non-invasive tongue-training appliance, that is the perfect supplemental therapy tool! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Jul 23, 2024
19 min
Episode 24. The Frenectomy Controversy
Did you know that the frenum is often overlooked by practitioners when evaluating your child for other issues? In fact, most of the time, a frenectomy could be the fix! Listen to this episode to see if the feeding issues your child is having are caused by a tie! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Jul 8, 2024
20 min
Episode 23. The Importance of Maximizing your Airway
It’s been a while, but that’s because I’ve been busy working on our new product, Spot Pal! Did you know, maximizing your airway space is crucial, involving dentists, oral surgeons, and body workers? In Myofunctional therapy, supporting natural palate expansion and airway health is essential, and proper tongue positioning aids swallowing and limits malocclusion. Spot Pal can enhance therapy success. Check it out to support your dental and medical health! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Jun 24, 2024
13 min
Episode 22. Identifying and Addressing the Wellness and Growth of Frenums in Children
Tune in and listen to how addressing the health of frenums in children early on can help with overall speech and oral health. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
Jun 12, 2023
13 min
Episode 21. The Growth of Myofunctional Therapy
Listen to how Myofunctional Therapy is on the rise amongst many medical fields, as well as creating more growth and awareness for the importance of Myofunctional therapy. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information received from a healthcare provider.
May 19, 2023
14 min
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