In this episode, I offer a real-world guide for parents preparing for their child’s ENT appointment. We talk through what to expect, what to bring, and what not to take lying down. Because while ENTs can be part of the solution, they’re not the whole story—especially when it comes to airway health, sleep disordered breathing, and myofunctional issues.
I share my own experience of walking into that appointment full of hope and walking out with frustration, realising that if I wanted answers, I’d have to ask the right questions—and know what to look for outside the ENT room too.
What You’ll Learn:
What ENTs do (and don’t) look for
How to prep with videos, symptom tracking and the right language
Why sleep studies matter—and how to push for one
What they won't tell you about tongue tie, glue ear, and airway health
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to the podcast
00:11 – Why ENT matters—but isn’t the full picture
01:46 – My first ENT appointment: expectations vs. reality
03:27 – What to bring: videos, notes, questions, evidence
04:55 – The three to five questions that really matter
08:13 – Sleep apnea in kids: obstructive vs central
11:15 – Final thoughts and what ENT won’t tell you
Whether your child is being referred for snoring, recurrent infections or suspected glue ear, this episode will leave you clearer, stronger, and ready to advocate.
🎧 Listen now—and share with a friend who’s feeling lost in the system.
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