Breathe, Feed, Eat and Sleep - Brisbane and Online

Breathing, feeding/eating and sleep are the three foundations of life.
Performing those functions correctly is the foundation to HEALTHY longevity.

This two-day workshop is not to be missed by any health professional. (This workshop isn't suited to the general public).

• For those who care for babies with feeding or settling issues- you need this course
• Do your baby clients have a small jaw? – you need this course
• For those who care for children with poor sleep – you need this course
• Do your children clients have fussy eating and poor chewing? – you need this course
• If you treat patients with malocclusion – you need this course
• Do you wonder if your client had tongue tie?
• Are there reports of drool and speech issues? - you need this course
• When you observe mouth breathing or patients report nasal obstruction – you need this course
• Do any of your patients snore? – you need this course
• Are your clients reporting concerns about their facial features? – you need this course

Here’s what’s new -
We believe that everyone needs to understand the whole lifespan even though you may only work in one segment. The workshop is now conducted in a blended way over 2 days. 

We will be joined by guest speakers who are masters of their craft. They will share wisdom and tips during memorable interactive sessions.  The surprise element!

We will use real life experiences, case study presentations and memorable activities. Who doesn’t love on the spot learning?

We will include some elements of our unique Measuring Up course and some activities from our world-renowned Face Fit course. Yippeeee!

You will participate in tongue function assessment activities using the trademarked measuring tool MyoMate 

You will receive delegate folders and access to google drive of resources. That’s great value!

You will laugh, learn and be amazed. No time to fall asleep!

The course content covers period from start of life to old age – that’s everyone!

14 CPD

Course outline:
Awareness of correct orofacial and musculoskeletal postural principles for optimal health
Craniofacial-respiratory development through lifespan
Optimal respiratory function in infants, children and adults
Oral function principles for optimal development outcomes
Feeding and eating progression from infant to competency
Craniofacial and breathing outcomes on development, posture and health
Breathing dysfunction conditions
Dysfunctional feeding/eating practices
Common tongue function disorders
External influences that challenge optimal craniofacial-respiratory outcomes
Outcomes of suboptimal orofacial functions on craniofacial-respiratory growth and development

Learning outcomes:
A deep clear understanding of normal and optimal cranio-orofacial structures and orofacial-respiratory functional excellence
Awareness that the face is the window into the body’s health 

Tools for baseline structural and orofacial functional assessment at a first consultation

Recognise red flags for orofacial dysfunctions by visual assessment of breathing, lips and tongue

Know how to construct an appropriate management plan for orofacial dysfunction disorders

How to apply groundwork strategies, within your professional scope, to construct a basic management plan for orofacial dysfunction disorders

Facilitate appropriate referral pathways for the best team approach to achieve optimal patient outcomes. 

Take home bonus: 
New knowledge
New clinical skills
Some goodies
A big smile 😊

Presenters:

Cheree Wheaton - Oral Health Therapist (Dental Practitioner) and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist

Bridget Ingle - RM, RM, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Paediatric Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist

Cost

$850    

🌟Early Bird (before June 30th 2023)  $775

8.30am - 5pm both days

Location

Attend in person - Brisbane , Australia - Venue TBA  OR

Online via Zoom - recording will be available for 1 week only due to inclusion of live patient case presentations