The Truth About Tongue Tie Treatment with Lisa Paladino | 153

The Truth About Tongue Tie Treatment with Lisa Paladino | 153

Author: Trish Ware, RN February 21, 2025 Duration: 40:10

Trish welcomes Lisa Paladino, a renowned tongue tie expert, IBCLC, midwife, and labor and delivery nurse who is passionate about infant feeding and oral function. 

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Lisa shares her journey of becoming an expert in this field, the common myths surrounding tongue ties, and practical advice on how mothers can navigate this challenging aspect of infant feeding.

They also address the larger issues of breastfeeding support, the importance of following maternal instincts, and the emotional and physical challenges faced by new mothers who are navigating tongue tie. 

If you've ever wondered whether tongue ties are over diagnosed, underdiagnosed, or what signs you should actually be looking for, this episode is for you. 

00:20 Meet the Tongue Tie Expert: Lisa Paladino

01:31 Lisa's Journey to Becoming a Tongue Tie Expert

03:38 Understanding Tongue Ties: Myths and Facts

06:40 The Importance of Professional Guidance

13:27 Finding the Right Provider

19:24 Online Courses and Continuous Learning

22:56 Trusting Your Instincts as a Mother

24:43 Challenges in Recognizing Tongue Tie

28:01 Misdiagnoses and the Importance of Proper Evaluation

31:54 Final Advice and Emotional Support for Mothers

More from Lisa Paladino:

Connect with Lisa on Instagram @tonguetieexperts

Lisa's Tongue Tie Professional Referral List

Selecting a Provider: Ask These Questions before Tongue Tie Treatment

Grab her courses:

A Parent’s Guide to Tongue Tie Course:

Professional’s Guide to Tongue Tie in the Breastfeeding Infant:

More from this episode:

Listen to episode 114: Understanding Tongue Tie: Expert Insights and Practical Solutions for New Moms

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