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All About Baby Tongue Tie | Dr. Shaina Holman & Victoria Facelli Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast
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What is a baby tongue tie and how is it treated properly? Learn as Dr. Shaina Holman & Victoria Facelli share their expertise.
Episode Summary
In this enlightening episode of the Fempower Health Podcast, host Georgie Kovacs sits down with Victoria Facelli, an internationally board-certified lactation consultant and author of "Feed the Baby," and Dr. Shaina Holman, a dentist with a PhD in infant psychophysiology. Together, we discuss the intricate topic of tongue ties in babies.
This conversation comes in the wake of recent New York Times articles that have brought tongue ties and their treatment into the spotlight, raising concerns and debate among new parents and healthcare professionals alike.
Our guests bring their extensive expertise and unique perspectives to offer a nuanced understanding of tongue ties, addressing common misconceptions, the importance of multidisciplinary care, and the ethical considerations in treatment. Whether you're struggling with breastfeeding, considering tongue tie release for your baby, or simply seeking reliable information, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice.
Key Discussion Points
What are tongue ties and how do they affect infant feeding (breastfeeding and bottle-feeding)?Are there long-term effects of tongue ties (speech, sleep apnea, dental health)?Symptoms of tongue ties in babies The surge in tongue tie diagnoses and treatments, including concerns about overdiagnosis and the role of healthcare professionals in promoting unnecessary procedures.Differences between scissors and laser tongue tie procedures, including benefits, risks, and factors influencing the choice of tongue tie treatment.The significance of a team approach involving lactation consultants, dentists, bodyworkers, and other specialists in achieving the best outcomes for babies with tongue ties.Navigating insurance coverage, Medicaid, and payment options for families seeking treatment for tongue tied babies.Information for parents on how to advocate for their babies, the importance of seeking knowledgeable and ethical providers, and resources for families with limited financial means.
"It's very common that when [babies] can't use their tongues very well, their upper lip muscles get really active... But that's not always because the structure itself is tight. It's often because the tongue is tight."
— Dr. Shaina Holman
Related to this episode:
Resources Perimenopause and MenopauseRead Inside the Booming Business of Cutting Babies’ Tongues and What Parents Should Know About Tongue-Tie Releases by NYTimesRead reactions to the original NYTimes articles in Opinion | The Controversy Over Tongue Surgery for InfantsLearn more about Victoria Facelli, IBCL and follow her on Instagram and TikTokLearn more about a href="http://www.holmanfdc.com" rel="noopener...
What is a baby tongue tie and how is it treated properly? Learn as Dr. Shaina Holman & Victoria Facelli share their expertise.
Episode Summary
In this enlightening episode of the Fempower Health Podcast, host Georgie Kovacs sits down with Victoria Facelli, an internationally board-certified lactation consultant and author of "Feed the Baby," and Dr. Shaina Holman, a dentist with a PhD in infant psychophysiology. Together, we discuss the intricate topic of tongue ties in babies.
This conversation comes in the wake of recent New York Times articles that have brought tongue ties and their treatment into the spotlight, raising concerns and debate among new parents and healthcare professionals alike.
Our guests bring their extensive expertise and unique perspectives to offer a nuanced understanding of tongue ties, addressing common misconceptions, the importance of multidisciplinary care, and the ethical considerations in treatment. Whether you're struggling with breastfeeding, considering tongue tie release for your baby, or simply seeking reliable information, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice.
Key Discussion Points
What are tongue ties and how do they affect infant feeding (breastfeeding and bottle-feeding)?Are there long-term effects of tongue ties (speech, sleep apnea, dental health)?Symptoms of tongue ties in babies The surge in tongue tie diagnoses and treatments, including concerns about overdiagnosis and the role of healthcare professionals in promoting unnecessary procedures.Differences between scissors and laser tongue tie procedures, including benefits, risks, and factors influencing the choice of tongue tie treatment.The significance of a team approach involving lactation consultants, dentists, bodyworkers, and other specialists in achieving the best outcomes for babies with tongue ties.Navigating insurance coverage, Medicaid, and payment options for families seeking treatment for tongue tied babies.Information for parents on how to advocate for their babies, the importance of seeking knowledgeable and ethical providers, and resources for families with limited financial means.
"It's very common that when [babies] can't use their tongues very well, their upper lip muscles get really active... But that's not always because the structure itself is tight. It's often because the tongue is tight."
— Dr. Shaina Holman
Related to this episode:
Resources Perimenopause and MenopauseRead Inside the Booming Business of Cutting Babies’ Tongues and What Parents Should Know About Tongue-Tie Releases by NYTimesRead reactions to the original NYTimes articles in Opinion | The Controversy Over Tongue Surgery for InfantsLearn more about Victoria Facelli, IBCL and follow her on Instagram and TikTokLearn more about a href="http://www.holmanfdc.com" rel="noopener...
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