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First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights

First Bite is your go-to resource for all things pediatric speech therapy–covering pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, lactation, AAC, early language acquisition, advocacy, and interprofessional collaboration. Designed to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice, the podcast brings functional, evidence-based insights straight to clinicians serving little ones and their caregivers. Whether you’re a student, seasoned practitioner, researcher, or interprofessional partner, First Bite invites you to listen, learn, and grow alongside a supportive community. Gain the confidence to take whatever “first bite” comes next in your clinical practice–one heartfelt and tea-fueled conversation at a time.

Hosted by Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP–bestselling author of “Chasing the Swallow: Truth, Science, and Hope for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders,” joyful boy mom, and early intervention specialist–First Bite explores the latest research, clinical strategies, and lived experiences shaping pediatric speech therapy today.

This is a Speech Therapy PD podcast, allowing you to earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for each episode. For select episodes, colleagues with their CLC can earn CERPs. Visit speechtherapypd.com to learn more.

See Michelle’s book at: amazon.com/Chasing-Swallow-Pediatric-Swallowing-Disorders/dp/B095WW2H5X

Latest Episodes:

Pediatric Dysphagia via Teletherapy - Madeline Raatz Dec 09, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Madeline Raatz - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Madeline Raatz, Senior Speech Language Pathologist from Children’s Health Queensland…yes, that Queensland…from the land down under! In case you missed it, Michelle and Madeline tackled Evaluation and Treatment of PFD in Episode 11 of “Talking Teletherapy: A Speech Therapy Podcast” at the start of the worldwide pandemic. Today, they are back to expand on the initial ideas, provide strategies to overcome barriers to treating a PFD via teletherapy, and celebrate the victories and benefits of teletherapy. Enjoy this hour that unites the globe in embracing telepractice evidence for PFDs.

Food Freedom with the Get Permission Approach with Marsha Dunn Klein Dec 03, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Marsha Dunn Klein, OTR/L, MEd, FAOTA

In this episode, Michelle is joined by Marsha Dunn Klein, OTR/L, MED, FAOTA, the guru behind the Get Permission Approach and the author of the new PFD treatment book, “Anxious Eaters, Anxious Mealtimes: Practical and Compassionate Strategies for Mealtime Peace.” If you’ve ever struggled with how to bring joy into a PFD treatment session, or worried about how to expand a little one’s accepted diet with laughter, or fretted about what carry-over strategies to recommend to the caregivers and family members, then this is the evidence-based hour for you from one of the world's leading PFD Occupational Therapists! So join the grasshopper nation and let’s take a loving leap into the world of PFDs!

Ways to make your SLP Voice Heard with Erin Forward Nov 11, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Co-Host: Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle and Erin take a fresh look at Leadership opportunities available in our field. One aspect of the ASHA Convention that both Michelle and Erin miss the most, aside from hugging colleagues from across the nation, is the missed opportunity to learn how to engage in leadership activities that drive positive change at both the local and national levels for our profession and our patients. Since the convention is cancelled this year, they have decided to share some ideas with you. So, regardless of what stage of your career you are in, #slp2be, #earlycareerslp, or #seasonedslp, this episode is designed to bring the tools and opportunities to you to help be the source of a positive change.

Voluntourism vs Volunteering…the How-To-Guide for Global SLPs with Kari Comer Lim Nov 04, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Kari Comer Lim, MS CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Kari Comer Lim, MS CCC-SLP, Past President of the DC Speech, Language, and Hearing Association, and Clinical Supervisor at George Washington University, where she has collaborated with colleagues across the globe to create study abroad opportunities for Speech Language Pathology students. If you’ve ever thought about combining your loves of Speech Language Pathology, Travel, and Doing Good in the World… then I’m sure that you have thought about volunteering as an SLP abroad! And…I’m hoping that as soon as you had that beautiful thought, you followed it with a quick question or two of, “How can I ethically and respectfully contribute in another community?”. The lovely Kari is here to answer that question, provide first-hand guidance, share personal experiences, and mentor you so that you can share your gifts with the world and grow as a kind SLP in the process, too!

Baby Burnout with Sarah from @ShortandSweetSpeech Oct 29, 2020

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Guest: Sarah Breshears, MA CCC-SLP - In this course, Michelle is joined by Sarah Breshears, MA CCC-SLP, of @ShortandSweetSpeech from Instagram. This oral care champion is here to hold the crucial conversation about “Baby Burnout." Sometimes the world of Early Intervention and pediatrics is overwhelming and you hit your professional “done level”. But, you then run into the almost insurmountable challenge of, “But babies are all I know! How do I make the change into adults?”. Sarah is here to educate about the signs and symptoms of burnout, functional strategies to overcome it, and offer suggestions to help you make a transition from babies to adults, from home health to acute, from stress to relief.

Facing the Facts with FOXG1 Research Foundation - Nasha Fitter and Nicole Johnson Oct 21, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guests: Nasha Fitter and Nicole Johnson - In this course, Michelle is joined by Natasha Fitter, CEO and Head of Research, as well as Nicole Johnson, President of Communications, for FOXG1 Research Foundation. These two co-founders are here to share how their personal experiences with parenting children with FOXG1 Syndrome led to the creation of this remarkable Research Foundation, which is transforming the lives of countless children worldwide. FOXG1 is known for causing varied and severe Pediatric Feeding Disorders. Not only will Natasha and Nicole share the history of the Foundation, but they will also discuss their latest research and recommendations for best practice for evaluation and treatment of individuals with PFDs secondary to FOXG1.

Mastering Medical Terminology for the EI SLP with Erin Forward Oct 14, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by the always lovely and passionate Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, and they take on the trickiest of tasks…. medical terminology! Has it been many a moon since the days of grad school? Are you feeling unsure of the terms you read in your patient’s file? Uncertain of what to ask for when you call and speak to the patient’s pediatrician’s office? Don’t worry! Erin and Michelle are here to guide you on common terminology used in the NICU, common diagnoses and tests run by the GI, common terms that the RD may use in your collaborative conversation, and common terminology to help you absorb that Neurology report! Join Michelle and Erin and master Medical Terminology for the EI SLP!

Inspiration Power-Hour for PFDs with Feeding Matters with Jaclyn Pederson Sep 30, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Jaclyn Pederson - In this episode, Michelle is joined by the inspirational Jaclyn Pederson, the newly appointed CEO of “Feeding Matters”. By now, you’ve heard Michelle advocate for and encourage volunteers to collaborate with “Feeding Matters,” but today, Jaclyn shares the how and why this advocacy and collaboration are key to expanding knowledge and evidence-based practice surrounding evaluation and treatment of Pediatric Feeding Disorders. Jaclyn takes us on a deep dive into what the “4 Pillars” are that serve as the basis for “Feeding Matters”, discussing the IPP advocacy efforts behind the PFD ICD Code, as well as the development of the ICFQ Questionnaire to assist Pediatricians with their identification of PFD. She then inspires every single one of us on how we can share our time and talents to advance the understanding and treatment for individuals with PFDs. Did I mention the best part? Not only is this organization driven by the intersection of EBP and IPP, but it also places a significant emphasis on family/caregiver involvement as critical to the child’s success. Hip Hip Hooray for a patient/family-centered care PFD Hour!

Family Mealtime Support for our Friends with Tubies with Dr. Marion Russell Sep 24, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Dr. Marion Russell, OTD, MOTR/L, SCEF - In this episode Michelle is by the oh-so-joyful Dr. Marion Russell, OTD, MOTR/L, SCEFS, from NoTube.com. Dr. Marion is part of the world renowned “No Tube” Interdisciplinary Therapy Center in Graz, Austria, where they work with families, (both face-to-face and remotely), to assist pediatric patient’s overcome feeding tube dependency…through functional evidenced based practice! In this hour, Dr. Marion discusses the roles and responsibilities of the various members of the team, medical readiness of the candidate, with specific emphasis placed on restoring the heart of mealtime: the healthy relationship between the child, their family/caregiver, and the meal. So, bust out your picnic tablecloth, get your messy feeding clothes ready, and be prepped for an hour of celebrating feeding victories!

Learning to Listen with Jenine a LSLS Certified AVT SLP Sep 17, 2020

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*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Jenine Entwistle Viole, MSP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Jenine Entwistle Viole, MSP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT, a Speech-Language Pathologist and Auditory-Verbal therapist with Pediatric Speech and Language Services in North Carolina…and if we are lucky, her sidekick, Dennis the Golden Doodle, honorary SLP, will join in too! Have you ever worked with a little one who had hearing loss and felt as if you were missing “something” to help them reach their functional language goals? Jenine is here to explain what an Auditory-Verbal Therapist is and how the specialized training and certification process supplies the evidence for that “something” you felt was missing. This is the perfect follow-up episode to complement Dakota Sharpe, AuD, CCC-A in “The Journey of Cochlear Implants”, from First Bite Episode #109.

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