Snoring, Mouth Breathing & ADHD in Children: The Hidden Sleep & Jaw Connection Every Parent Should Spot

About this episode

This episode discusses the connection between snoring, mouth breathing, and ADHD in children, emphasizing the importance of early intervention for better health outcomes.

Is your child restless at night, snoring, or grinding their teeth? What if those sounds are silent signals of deeper airway and jaw development issues? Discover how early intervention can transform sleep, behavior, and lifelong health. Snoring isn’t just noise—it’s a warning sign. In this episode of me&my health up , host Anthony Hartcher sits down with Dr. Shereen Lim, one of Australia’s pioneering dental sleep medicine specialists, to uncover the hidden links between mouth breathing, jaw development, and childhood wellbeing. Dr. Lim explains why silent, nasal breathing during sleep is essential, how poor oral function in infancy can shape lifelong health, and why “convenience culture” (pacifiers, pouch foods, reduced breastfeeding) may be costing our children vitality. Parents will learn practical signs to watch for—like teeth grinding, bedwetting, or restless sleep—and discover holistic pathways to support thriving growth. This conversation is a wake-up call for parents, caregivers, and anyone concerned about the long-term impact of sleep and breathing disturbances. About Dr. Shereen Lim Dr. Shereen Lim is a Perth-based dentist with over 25 years of experience and one of…

People in this episode

Host: Anthony Hartcher

Guest: Dr. Shereen Lim

Topics covered

• snoring
• mouth breathing
• ADHD
• children's health
• jaw development
• sleep disturbances

Keywords

• snoring
• mouth breathing
• ADHD
• children
• jaw development
• sleep health
• teeth grinding

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Australia

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