Why Breathing Is SUPER Important! Have you ever stopped and thought about your child's breathing? It’s something we do ALL the time when we play, when we sleep, and even when we laugh! But guess what? Breathing isn’t just something our bodies do for fun, it’s actually SUPER important! Every breath brings oxygen into our bodies, kind of like giving your superhero powers a boost! In this video, we’ll discover: Why our bodies need oxygen How breathing keeps our brain sharp How deep breaths can help us calm down A fun breathing exercise YOU can try anywhere! So take a big breath in… and let’s learn together! Timestamps:1:34 Breathing well and the importance of it 2:31 How parents can tell their child isn’t breathing properly3:06 First step to watch in newborns 4:00 What to do if parents notice tongue tie in their children 4:11 What is the frenum, and where is it located? 4:32 What if your child’s frenum is tight? 5:10 What if the baby appears to be all stuffed up or is all clear, but still opens their mouth to breathe 5:43 How to determine the issue with the nasal passage 6:36 What would be wrong with the sinuses in your child 7:45 common signs parents overlook in mouth breathers 8:48 Testing your breathing at home 9:28 What to do if parents are noticing these signs in their kids 9:50 How does breathing impact speech, sleep, and behavior? 12:37 How might a child who has autism or is a mouth breather feel? 14:04 How are breathing and oral muscle strength connected to speech development? 16:30 will too much exterior air damage a child’s teeth? 18:19 Can you hear someone breathing through their mouth over a video/telephone19:07 How to tell if someone is breathing with their mouth rather than their nose 19:35 Is there a link between breathing and a child’s ability to focus, self-regulate, and stay calm? 21:50 How does breathing with your mouth happen as a child? 22:48 Some teachings/training shown during a session. 24:00 How early can parents start working on healthy breathing habits with their children? 25:53 Do exercises of the mouth help? 27:39 Are there certain play, activities, or toys that can help in mouth development?28:00 When should a parent seek help from a speech-language pathologist or a myofunctional therapist? 28:57 Are there other red flags that parents should know? 30:21 What kind of progress do you see in a child who has started therapy? 31:00 How does one make these exercises fun and engaging for young children?31:30 Can breathing work complement other therapies like occupational or physical therapy? 33:42 The correlation between focusing too hard on something that one stops breathing. 33:41 What role do parents play outside of therapy sessions? With over 15 years of experience in the field, Luba Patlakh Kaplun's expertise and compassion have shaped her approach to child development. She has built a thriving private practice, where her innovative and client-centered approach has empowered families to help their children achieve significant milestones in speech and development. Her deep commitment to fostering inclusive and community-rooted services has earned her recognition as a winner of the Entreprenista 100 Award in 2024. She was named to the Inc. 5000 list for growing her business at an impressive rate. In August 2025, Kidology, Inc. was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the region by the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Fast 50. Contact info:https://kidologyinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Kidologyinc/videos/269808481196906/http://instagram.com/lubalovehttp://facebook.com/lubalovehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lubapatlakhhttps://www.instagram.com/kidologyinc/?hl=enhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growth-lab-podcast/id1803243333Music: Purple Planet Music