34. Tongue Tie Truths: Evidence, Risks, and Informed Decisions

Feeling unsure about tongue ties or overwhelmed by conflicting advice? This episode breaks down what actually matters so you can make confident decisions for your child without fear or pressure.In this roundtable conversation, I’m joined by Dr Yvonne LeFort NABBLM-C, Kara Larson CCC-SLP, and Brianna Mulik CCC-SLP—three experts in pediatric feeding, swallowing, and breastfeeding medicine to unpack one of the most talked about topics in parenting right now: tethered oral tissues. We talk about what tongue ties actually are, when they matter, and why so many parents feel pushed toward quick decisions without fully understanding their options.In this episode, we cover:What tongue ties actually are and when they matterWhy function matters more than appearanceHow to know if feeding challenges need further evaluationRed flags to watch for when seeking supportWhat the research says about speech, sleep, and older kidsRisks and benefits of interventionWhat true informed consent should look likeIf this episode helped you feel more confident, share it with a friend or another mom who might need it too.🎧 Follow podcast updates & new episode drops: https://www.instagram.com/more.than.milestones/🤝 Sponsor or guest inquiries?Contact us at [email protected] Go deeper with KC on SubstackMore Than Milestones: Unfiltered is my subscription channel where I release 2 exclusive bonus episodes every month. Even more raw, unfiltered motherhood chats you won’t hear anywhere else.https://substack.com/@morethanmilestones