11/10/2025
5 Things You Should Know About Your Voice 🗣️
Your voice is a muscle. 💪
Just like any other muscle in your body, your vocal folds need proper warm-ups, cool-downs, and rest. Overuse without recovery can lead to fatigue and strain.
👉 Try gentle hums or lip trills to wake your voice up each morning.
Hydration is key. 💧
Water keeps your vocal folds flexible and smooth. Dehydration can make your voice sound raspy or cause you to work harder to speak.
👉 Aim for consistent hydration throughout the day—not just right before speaking or singing.
Your lifestyle affects your voice. 🌿
Caffeine, alcohol, smoking, reflux, and even allergies can all impact how your voice sounds and feels.
👉 Small changes like managing reflux or staying hydrated can make a big difference.
Hoarseness isn’t “normal.” 🚫
If your voice is hoarse, breathy, or unreliable for more than 2 weeks, it’s worth checking with an ENT and voice therapist. Persistent changes can signal underlying issues.
👉 Early care helps prevent long-term damage.
Voice therapy works! 🎤
Voice therapy isn’t just for singers—it’s for teachers, coaches, pastors, and anyone who relies on their voice daily. A speech-language pathologist can help you restore and protect your voice with personalized strategies.
👉 Your voice is your instrument—take care of it! Call us today if you’re experiencing hoarseness or other voice changes!
