08/23/2026
I promise I’m not anti release, I’m just PRO function!! 😛
Before we release a tongue tie… let’s see how your baby is actually feeding!
We can take a look at the frenulum BUT feeding function also has to be assessed 🍼
We’re looking at things like:
👅 tongue movement & oral motor function
🍼suck-swallow-breathe coordination
👄 latch, seal, and the ability to maintain suction
💨clicking, leaking, gulping, and/or excessive air intake
👩🍼milk transfer and feeding efficiency
⏰endurance and fatigue throughout the feed
😣stress cues and baby’s regulation
🧠ways baby may already be compensating to try and get the job done
Because visualizing a restricted frenulum doesn’t tell the whole story
And a tongue tie release is a procedure — NOT the entire treatment plan 📝
The goal is always a baby who feeds well and a parent who feels support throughout their entire journey 🤍
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Speech Waves is a therapist-owned & operated private practice that focuses on specialized infant and pediatric feeding therapy. We are currently serving families in Florida (St. Pete, Tarpon Springs, Tampa, Jupiter). Speech Waves also offers remote services including but not limited to online parent coaching and SLP mentorship!
Have questions? Feel free to connect with us via DM or take a look at the links in our bio 🤍🌊