In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts Podcast, host Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, speaks with Natalia Nordstrom and Lauren Lapointe, about how something as simple as mouth taping can make a big difference in sleep quality, health, and overall well-being.

Natalia and Lauren share their personal paths into the world of breathwork and holistic wellness, explaining how nasal breathing supports better rest, reduces snoring, and may even play a role in managing sleep apnea. They also discuss what inspired them to create their company, OITape, and how their background as moms and health advocates led them to design a safer, high-quality mouth tape.

Together, they explore:

• The science behind nasal vs. mouth breathing
• How mouth taping can improve sleep and oxygenation
• The connection between oral development, breastfeeding, and long-term airway health
• What inspired them to make this their business
• Their experiences as entrepreneurs bringing an innovative wellness tool to market

Whether you’re a professional curious about the oral function - breathing connection, or someone looking to improve your own sleep, this episode will inspire you to look at breathing in a whole new way.

🎧 Listen now to discover how small changes can make a big impact on your health, one breath at a time.

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Connect with our guests:

Website: https://oitape.com/

https://www.instagram.com/oitape/

https://www.tiktok.com/@oitape

https://www.youtube.com/@oitape

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Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode: IAOM (International Association of Orofacial Myology)

Visit their website here:https://iaom.com/

A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.

In this inspiring episode, host Lisa Paladino, RN, CNM, IBCLC sits down with Dr. Radhika Kapoor, DDS to explore a truly holistic approach to infant and child oral health. Drawing from her background in psychology, pediatric dentistry, airway-focused care, and lived experience as a mom, Dr. Kapoor shares how she “zooms out” beyond the frenulum to support the whole child and family.

You’ll hear about:

• From procedures to people: Why Dr. Kapoor built a low-volume, relationship-centered practice that screens the whole family and prioritizes prevention and function over “drill, fill, release.”
• Airway-first lens: How sleep, feeding, behavior, and growth interconnected and why early assessment can be game-changing.
• Teamwork that actually works: Creating tight, trusted referral loops among IBCLCs, SLPs, PT/OT, CST, pediatric dentistry, and ENT, so parents aren’t left to “project-manage” care alone.
• Ethics & expectations: Why every consult shouldn’t end with a laser; the pitfalls of repeat releases; and the most responsible way to handle post-op second opinions.
• Parent empowerment (without fear): What questions to bring to a consult, how to align family goals, and how to spot red flags in online advice and wound photos.
• Provider well-being: The feminine, values-driven path: self-care, transparency, and humility as a foundation for excellent clinical outcomes.

Find Dr. Kapoor here:

Instagram: @SmileWellnessHoboken

Website: MySmileWellness.com

YouTube: Smile Wellness 333

Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode: IAOM (International Association of Orofacial Myology)

Visit their website here:https://iaom.com/

More From Tongue Tie Experts:

To learn more, download freebies, and for the links mentioned in the episode, including our popular course, Understanding Milk Supply for Medical and Birth Professionals, click here: www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links

Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off all of our offerings.

A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.

In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts podcast, Lisa Paladino addresses a controversial Instagram post regarding tongue tie treatment. She emphasizes the importance of empowering parents in their decisions, clarifying misconceptions about tongue tie procedures, and advocating for a holistic approach to infant care. Lisa stresses the need for responsible communication in the field, aiming to support families rather than create fear or confusion.

Takeaways:

• Misleading information can create fear among parents.
• Education and experience should guide parental decisions.
• Bodywork is beneficial but not the only solution.
• Each baby requires an individual evaluation.
• Communication should prioritize the well-being of families.
• Influencers should be responsible in their messaging.

Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode: IAOM (International Association of Orofacial Myology)

Visit their website here:https://iaom.com/

More From Tongue Tie Experts:

To learn more, download freebies, and for the links mentioned in the episode, including our popular course, Understanding Milk Supply for Medical and Birth Professionals, click here: www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links

Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off all of our offerings.

A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.