Helping Your Baby Feed, Grow, and Thrive
As a parent, you want the best for your baby—especially when it comes to their ability to feed, grow, and develop comfortably. If your little one is struggling with nursing, bottle feeding, or even sleeping due to a tongue or lip tie, we’re here to help. Our specialized oral assessments, lactation support and laser release procedure provide a safe, quick, and precise solution to ensure your baby’s oral function is optimized for a happy and healthy start in life.
Signs Your Baby May Have a Tongue or Lip Tie:
Difficulty latching or staying latched during breastfeeding
Clicking sounds while nursing
Poor weight gain despite frequent feedings
Gassiness, reflux, or colic-like symptoms
Nipple pain or damage for the breastfeeding mother
Difficulty with bottle feeding
Helping You and Your Baby Overcome Tongue Tie Challenges
A tongue tie (ankyloglossia) can make breastfeeding difficult, leading to issues like painful latching, poor weight gain, and low milk supply. Our experienced lactation consultants specialize in assessing and supporting infants with tongue ties, helping you navigate feeding challenges with confidence.
How We Can Help:
Tongue Tie Assessment – Identifying signs of tongue tie and its impact on breastfeeding.
Improving Latch & Positioning – Techniques to help your baby latch more effectively for better milk transfer.
Pain Relief for Mothers – Addressing nipple pain, engorgement, and milk supply concerns caused by tongue tie.
Pre- & Post-Procedure Support – Guidance before and after a tongue tie release (frenectomy) to optimize healing and feeding success.
Exercises & Therapy Techniques – Gentle oral exercises to improve tongue mobility and function.
Ongoing Breastfeeding Support – Continued assistance to ensure a smooth and successful breastfeeding journey.
Referrals to Trusted Laser Release Providers – Connecting you with experienced professionals for tongue tie evaluation and treatment.
Referrals to Occupational Therapists & Chiropractors – Helping you find specialists who support oral function and body alignment for improved feeding outcomes.
Personalized Care for Your Baby’s Needs
Every baby is different, and we provide individualized care to support your feeding goals. Whether your baby has had a tongue tie release or you’re exploring options, we’re here to help.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you suspect your baby has a tongue tie, early support can make all the difference. Contact us today to schedule an assessment and get the guidance you and your baby need for a comfortable, successful breastfeeding experience.
What Mothers are saying about Thrive Lactation Center.
In-person Consult |
From the comfort of your own home or our local office, a consultant will address all of your breastfeeding and pumping questions or concerns. These visits usually last up to 90 minutes and allow us to go through a full feeding session including latching, bottle feeding, and pumping together. Your consultant will bring a special scale that allows up to weigh your baby before and after feeding to see how much milk your baby drinks from the breast. Each visit includes ongoing follow-up communication and support to monitor progress.
Virtual Consult |
Your consultant is specially trained in effective virtual consults. She is able to assist with all of your breastfeeding and pumping questions or concerns via a healthcare secure video portal. These visits usually last up to 60 minutes and allow us to complete a full feeding together including latching, bottle feeding and pumping. Each visit includes ongoing follow-up communication and support to monitor progress.
