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Tongue Tie Evaluation and Management

If you're struggling with painful feeds, shallow latch, slow weight gain, or milk supply issues, a tongue tie could be part of the picture. This session offers a thorough evaluation, feeding support, and clear next steps—whether or not a release is needed.

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Thoughtful, Experience-Based Tongue Tie Support

This isn’t just about diagnosis—it’s about your whole feeding experience. Tongue and lip ties can impact both baby and parent in subtle or obvious ways. We take a full-picture approach to assessment and care, so you can make informed, confident decisions.

  • Functional Feeding Assessment

    We observe feeding behaviors, latch quality, and oral movement—not just anatomy—to understand if and how a tie is affecting feeding.

  • Clear, Compassionate Next Steps

    Whether a release is needed or not, you’ll leave with a plan to support better feeding outcomes and supply—no pressure, just informed options.

  • Trusted IBCLC Guidance with Clinical Insight

    Maxine combines lactation expertise with years of nursing experience, helping you navigate feeding challenges with clarity and care.

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Tongue Tie Support That Looks at the Whole Picture

Tongue and lip ties are increasingly discussed—and often misunderstood. While they can affect latch, milk transfer, weight gain, and maternal comfort, not every tie needs treatment. What matters most is how your baby is feeding and growing, how your body is responding, and how you’re both coping.

In this one-on-one session, we’ll assess for tongue tie in a way that focuses on function, not just appearance. Maxine will gently observe your baby’s latch, oral movement, and feeding behaviors while listening to your concerns and your history. If signs point to a functional tie, you’ll receive clear, evidence-based guidance on next steps.

Whether you’re exploring the possibility of a tie, seeking support before or after a release (frenectomy), or just looking for a second opinion, this session helps bring clarity to a confusing experience.

Maxine’s clinical background and IBCLC expertise mean you’ll get more than a yes-or-no answer. You’ll get thoughtful guidance tailored to your baby, your body, and your goals—with practical tools you can start using right away.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tongue Tie Evaluation and Management

We know feeding can come with a lot of questions—and sometimes, a lot of noise. Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common concerns families have about Tongue Tie Evaluation and Management.

If you don’t see your question listed, we’re always happy to chat during a session or in a free meet and greet.

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Some signs include shallow latch, clicking sounds during feeding, leaking milk, slow weight gain, or ongoing nipple pain. Every feeding experience is different—an assessment looks at both anatomy and function to understand what’s really going on.

Not necessarily. The decision depends on how the tie is affecting feeding, not just how it looks. Some babies feed well despite a tie, while others benefit from a release. We provide support to help you make an informed decision either way.

Many families see immediate improvement, but healing and relearning how to feed can take time. Support before and after a release can make a big difference in outcomes—and reduce stress for both baby and parent. Healing is usually checked in about a weeks time along with weight and feeding behaviours.