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A pivotal podcast on a mission to improve medical intervention for patients with swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Primarily intended for medical speech-language pathologists (SLP) and also relevant for professionals and students involved in pulmonology, otolaryngology, gerontology, nutrition, rehabilitation sciences, and various other areas of healthcare. Join us as a force for change by inspiring critical thinking, facilitating discussion, and stimulating professional development for those ...
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If you're a SLP who has more questions than answers when it comes to treating your medically complex/fragile pediatric patients, this podcast is for you! Michelle and Erin offers their own unique insights and interview expert colleagues and practitioners with the goal of inspiring and illuminating all aspects of diagnosing and treating this unique population. Each episode of First Bite is worth 0.1 ASHA CEU when you complete the accompanying course on https://www.speechtherapypd.com
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Not Just Picky: Case Studies in Complex Feeding
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This week on First Bite, Michelle and Erin revisit one of their most-requested topics: real-world feeding case studies. Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/not-just-picky In this episode, they walk through three complex cases involving children with layered challenges, including trauma histories, ARFID, and r…
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AAC Isn’t a Niche, It’s a Necessity
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Full conversation between Michelle Dawson MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S and Erin Forward MSP, CCC-SLP, CLC, Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/cours... Do you feel like AAC is outside your comfort zone as an SLP or OT? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help. Join Erin and Michelle for a practical …
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The Importance of Motor and Language Learning for Effective Therapy with Karen McWaters (Rewind)
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Guest: Karen McWaters MOT, OTR/L Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/the-importance-of-motor-and-language-learning-for-effective- Originally Aired: September 2023 As SLPs, we can often look at speech and language development in isolation, as our formal assessments encourage us to do; however, it is imperative…
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GLP for the Pediatric SLP with Farwa Husain - Originally Aired March 2024
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Guest: Farwa Husain, MS CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/glp-for-the-pediatric-slp Originally Aired: March 2024 In this episode, Michelle is joined by Farwa Husain, MS CCC-SLP, bilingual speech-language pathologist and private practice owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy in New Jersey. Farwa, recogn…
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Anais Villaluna, SLPD on Valuing Pediatric VFSS
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Earn 0.1 ASHA CEUs for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/valuing-pediatric-vfss In this episode, Michelle interviews Anais Villaluna, SLPD, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CLC, a trilingual speech-language pathologist, to discuss best practices and critical considerations for pediatric Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS). Anais, who h…
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Advocacy and IEPs: Diving Deeper into What True Advocacy Is with Colleen Ashford MS, CCC-SLP
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Guest: Colleen Ashford MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/advocacy-and-ieps In this episode, Erin and Colleen discuss the depth of advocacy surrounding IEPs, EI, and the impact of recent policy changes. This vulnerable discussion touches on what it means to advocate for our…
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Advocacy and Understanding for ASHA’s Proposed Changes to the “2020 Certification Standards” Panel Discussion
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Expert Panel: Amy Hobek, PhD, CCC-SLP, Fé González Murray, EdD, CCC-SLP, Vishnu KK Nair, Archie Soelaeman, Betty Yu and Reem Khamis Take ACTION HERE: Changes to 2020 certification standards feedback. Survey. (n.d.). https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2020_Cert_Changes This episode will be available for 0.1 ASHA CEU on July 4, enroll here: https://www.s…
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Early Feeding Transitions and Down Syndrome: How to Support Caregivers with Dr. Kelsey Thompson, PhD
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Guest: Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/early-feeding Hosted by: Michelle Dawson MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S Welcome to an insightful conversation between Michelle Dawson and Dr. Kelsey Thompson, a renowned pediatric feeding therapist and researcher. In this…
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Supporting Caregivers and SLPs in the NICU with Casey Lewis
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***Trauma-Informed Moment: This episode could trigger NICU warriors and survivors emotionally. As always, we choose joy and healing; however, we wanted to inform you in advance.*** Full conversation with Casey Lewis, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CNT, CLC, NTMTC for "Sacred Space: Supporting Caregivers and SLPs in the NICU" an episode of the First Bite podca…
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Lost in Transition: Communication and Continuity of Care
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We bring attention to a widespread challenge in clinical care: decisions and recommendation that don’t follow the patient. Whether it’s missing imaging, undocumented rationale, or unclear explanations, these breakdowns in continuity disrupt care, bias clinical judgment, and strip patients of informed choice. Explore what happens when information is…
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PFD and DEIA: Why It Matters to Us and Those We Serve
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Guests: Lindsay Meyer Turner, PhD, CCC-SLP, CNT, IBCLC, RLC, NTMTC, Leena Sayed, MS, Inéz Esparza, MS, L-SLP, CCC-SLP, Megan Richmond, DHA, MS CCC-SLP, and Meredith McLain, MCD CCC-SLP Hosted by: Michelle Dawson MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S This episode is worth 0.1 ASHA CEU and meets ASHA DEI certification requirement, enroll here: https://www.speechth…
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Michelle and Erin get together to talk about their free PFD in Schools seminar that took place on last Sunday (5/18). They also preview the new season starting next week on May 27, and the process of creating a new cover for the first time in 7 years! Stay tuned next week for an all new episode titled "PFD and DEIA: Why It Matters to Us and Those W…
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Banishing Basic Feeding Myths in the World of Pediatrics
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Free PFD in Schools Seminar (.6 ASHA CEU): www.speechtherapypd.com/pfd This conversation originally aired September 26, 2018 - an all new season of First Bite will return on May 27, 2025. Earn .1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Banishing-Basic-Feeding-Myths-in-the-World-of-Pediatrics-48 Hosts: Michelle Dawson …
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Never Fear! Dr. Kay Toomey and SOS Feeding is Here!
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Free PFD in Schools Seminar (.6 ASHA CEU): www.speechtherapypd.com/pfd This interview with Dr. Kay Toomey originally aired January 19, 2019, an all new season of First Bite will return on May 27, 2025. Earn .1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Never-Fear-Dr-Kay-Toomey-and-SOS-Feeding-are-Here-243 In this engagin…
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