What are the biggest challenges in assessing tongue tie? Episode 357

Lisa Paladino discusses the challenges professionals face when assessing and treating infants with tongue or lip tie. include determining the right time for release, the importance of proper lactation support, educating families, and addressing previous misinformation. Lisa emphasizes individualized care and functional evaluation by a lactation consultant before treatment. She also announces the launch of an updated course for healthcare providers. You can join the waiting list (professionals only, please):  CLICK HERE Takeaways: Timing for releasing tongue or lip tie requires balancing immediate intervention with time for preparation.  Proper lactation support and functional evaluation by a lactation consultant are crucial before treatment of breastfeeding infants. Educating families about tongue or lip tie can be difficult, especially if they've encountered previous misinformation. Addressing misinformation involves empathy, validating concerns, and providing evidence-based information. Posterior tongue tie is challenging to assess and may need additional interventions. Comprehensive preparation and addressing other feeding issues are important before considering release. Lisa announces an updated professional course on tongue or lip tie management.   To learn more, download freebies, and for the links mentioned in the episode, including our popular course, Understanding Milk Supply for Medical and Birth Professionals, click here: www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off all of our offerings.  ******************************************* A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.