06/15/2026
🗣️ Speech Issues and Oral Muscle Weakness 👄
Did you know that the muscles used for speaking are the same muscles involved in breathing, chewing, swallowing, and resting tongue posture?
When oral muscles are weak or not functioning properly, children may experience:
✨ Speech sound difficulties
✨ Reduced clarity of speech
✨ Open-mouth posture
✨ Tongue thrust
✨ Difficulty chewing or swallowing
✨ Mouth breathing habits
Myofunctional coaching focuses on strengthening and coordinating the muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw to support proper oral function. While speech therapy targets speech sounds and language skills, myofunctional coaching does and can help address the underlying muscle patterns that may be contributing to challenges.
A team approach can make a big difference in helping children communicate with confidence and function more effectively.
📞 Wondering if oral muscle weakness could be impacting your child? Contact The BreatheWell Group to learn more about our myofunctional coaching services.