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Our Forever Smiles with Laura Arroyo

Laura C Arroyo
Cleft Lip and Palate
Surgery
Smile Train
Cleft Palate
Bring Smiles Despite Miles
Belgrade, Serbia
Feeding Challenges
ELSA Act
Health Insurance
Speech-Language Pathology
Education
La Sonrisa De Fer
Pregnancy
NICU
Feeding
Wolf Lip
Smiletrain
Adoption
Postpartum Depression
NAMM

Whether you've just learned the difficult news of your baby's cleft lip/palate, you're in the middle of your cleft lip/palate journey, or you're a seasoned pro who knows the many challenges of children who are born with clefts all too well, this podcast is for you! Join your host, Laura C. Arroyo, mother of a daughter born with a cleft palate, in a weekly conversation about everything from feeding... more

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In this heartfelt episode of Our Forever Smiles, Laura Arroyo sits down with pediatric dentist and cleft mom Dr. Jordan Virden for an honest conversation about navigating the cleft journey from both sides of the chair. As a volunteer on the Johns Hop... more

In this deeply informative and compassionate episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Bethea sits down with longtime genetic counselor Robin Imagire to unpack one of the biggest questions cleft families ask: Why did this happen?

With over 30 years... more

In this deeply moving episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Arroyo sits down with Maria, a cleft mom from Greece, to share her powerful journey of navigating a prenatal cleft diagnosis, unexpected fear, and finding strength through motherhood and... more

In this episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Arroyo sits down with Kindsay, a first-time mom navigating life with her six-month-old son born with a cleft lip and palate.

Kindsay shares her deeply personal journey — from receiving an unexpected... more

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Recent Guests

Franleska Garcia
Clef mom of three-year-old with bilateral cleft lip/palate; author and content creator, founder of La Sonrisa de Fer
La Sonrisa de Fer
Episode: A Bandaid for the Heart: Motherhood, Cleft, and the Power of Storytelling with Franleska Garcia
Kristi Pimentel
Founder and designer for Berries and Roses Swimwear
Berries and Roses Swimwear
Episode: How Kristi Pimentel Turned Her Daughter's Cleft Journey Into a Confidence Brand
Maddie Nipper
Clef mom to Levi Samuel, who is six months old with a complete bilateral cleft lip and palate
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Episode: Grieving the Plan, Finding the Bond: A Cleft Mom's Honest Journey
Luisa Skar
Mother of a child with cleft lip/palate
Family advocate
Episode: No Estamos Solas: Clefts, Comunidad y Recursos de Terapia del habla-lenguaje en Español
Angie Morillas
Speech-language pathologist
University of Minnesota Cleft and Craniofacial team
Episode: No Estamos Solas: Clefts, Comunidad y Recursos de Terapia del habla-lenguaje en Español
Allie Ekblad
Children's book author, cleft advocate, and stay-at-home mom
Author of Ava the Brava
Episode: Ava the Brava and Beyond: Advocacy, Representation, and Growing Up With a Cleft
Sam Rosen
Advocate for cleft awareness, board member of Smiletrain CCSC
SmileTrain CCSC
Episode: "I Was Labeled 'Wolf Lip'": Sam's Journey Through Adoption, Cleft, and Advocacy with Sam Rosen

Host

Laura Arroyo
Host of the show, guiding conversations and introducing guests; draws on personal experience as a cleft-affected parent.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Great content, need better production

    Having a cleft baby, I love this podcast and the type of content that is on it. It’s been super helpful to listen to and help while we’re managing and caring for our cleft baby. My only issue with it is the actual production of the podcast. 1, there will be random cut-ins where they are asking to subscribe and follow the podcast and cut off a part where the guest is talking and it’s awkward. 2, sometimes the microphones don’t work great for the guests and the host herself and the sound can somet... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Leeper Al
    United States6 months ago
  • Highly recommend!

    Our Forever Smiles is thoughtful, compassionate, and informative. It offers a beautiful mix of lived experience and expert guidance around cleft lip and palate. Every episode feels like sitting across the table from people who “get it”, which makes you feel less alone. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marina__Taylor
    United States8 months ago
  • Forever Grateful for Laura and Her Work!

    Laura, her work, and her incredible guests have been a beacon of light, hope, and incredible information as we have continued to navigate our son’s cleft palate journey. Not only is her podcast an invaluable source of information, she herself is so willing to help with both personal experiences, insight, and connecting you with great resources. A 5 star rating isn’t high enough for her or this podcast!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CheerinChica
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    Just started listening to the podcast recently because I have students and friends with kids with cleft palates and it’s so refreshing to see a representation and support for kids who may not see lots of kids like them! I’m excited to learn more to help support my students with cleft palates navigate emotional and mental challenges!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RebekDanielle
    United States8 months ago
  • New admiration

    As a grand aunt of a beautiful princess with a cleft lip, I knew life was different for my niece. Listening to her story and different stories of families walking a similar journey gives me a new admiration of their strength, courage, and resilience! I am so grateful for this podcast that encourages so many. My niece is not alone in her walk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mamathellama
    United States8 months ago

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Guests are described as genuine and relatable, delivering practical insights for families.
The host is praised for fostering hope and connection despite challenging topics.
Listeners appreciate the empathetic, community-focused approach and real-world guidance for cleft care.

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No Estamos Solas: Clefts, Comunidad y Recursos de Terapia del habla-lenguaje en Español
Q: Angie, what led you to work with children with cleft lip and palate?
Angie explains that her father was a surgeon who worked with kids with fissures, which inspired her to pursue a career helping that population across ages and to collaborate closely with surgeons to guide therapy.
"I Was Labeled 'Wolf Lip'": Sam's Journey Through Adoption, Cleft, and Advocacy with Sam Rosen
Q: Having so many surgeries so early on, did you feel overwhelmed by them, or did you have a lot of questions about them?
Sam discusses language barriers, the emotional impact of repeated procedures, and how he learned to cope while adapting to a new country and culture.
"I Was Labeled 'Wolf Lip'": Sam's Journey Through Adoption, Cleft, and Advocacy with Sam Rosen
Q: So, just I want to give a little background of yourself. Can you talk a little bit about what your experience has been with Cleft Lip and Palate when you were diagnosed?
Sam explains his birth in Varna, Bulgaria, the early surgeries, and the social challenges, including mixed heritage and adoption, which shaped his perspective on medical care and social acceptance.
Ava the Brava and Beyond: Advocacy, Representation, and Growing Up With a Cleft
Q: So I guess my first question is, how have people received the book Ava the Brava, and do you feel like the author journey has changed recently?
Allie explains the book's positive reception within the cleft community, its role in expanding resources and representation, and how promoting the book has evolved into a broader advocacy journey.
Bring Smiles Despite Miles: Turning a Cleft Journey Into Global Impact
Q: How did you two meet and decide to start the Bring Smiles Despite Miles campaign together?
We met at the same school and class, became friends, and Chloe proposed the idea to collaborate on the campaign, which Lainey joined to help build it.

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A compassionate, family-focused show that centers on cleft lip/palate journeys, from diagnosis through surgeries and long-term care. Episodes blend personal storytelling with expert guidance from clinicians, therapists, and advocates, offering practical tips on feeding, therapy, NAM devices, and navigating medical systems. The host fosters a reassuring atmosphere with emphasis on community, resilience, and empowerment for families; occasional episodes highlight advocacy, representation, and fundraising to expand access to care. This mix makes it a valuable resource for parents, caregivers, and professionals seeking real-world insights and support in the cleft community.

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1. Franleska Garcia
2. Kristi Pimentel
3. Maddie Nipper
4. Luisa Skar
5. Angie Morillas
6. Allie Ekblad
7. Sam Rosen

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