Tongue Tie Support
Whether your baby has trouble latching, experiences feeding pain, or faces challenges with tongue mobility, we’re here to provide personalized, evidence-based tongue tie support.
Supporting Confident Feeding
Tongue tie, also called ankyloglossia, occurs when the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is shorter or tighter than usual, which can affect a baby’s ability to feed effectively.
Tongue tie support and therapy address the physical and functional aspects of feeding, ensuring infants can latch, swallow, and gain weight safely. Early identification and intervention can prevent complications such as poor growth, nipple pain for parents, and increased feeding-related stress. Our approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate guidance, helping families navigate tongue tie with clarity and confidence.
Common Reasons Families Reach Out for Tongue Tie Support
Feeding can be full of ups and downs. Families turn to us for guidance with issues like:
Difficulty latching or maintaining a latch
Clicking sounds while breastfeeding
Nipple pain or damage during feeding
Poor weight gain or slow growth
Limited tongue mobility affecting solids or speech later on
Frustration or prolonged feeding times
What to Expect from a Tongue Tie Support Consultation
Our tongue tie services begin with thoroughly assessing your baby’s oral anatomy, tongue function, and feeding patterns. We provide personalized guidance on latch techniques, feeding positions, and oral motor exercises to support adequate feeding before and after any necessary procedures. Care may include pre- and post-frenotomy exercises, hands-on lactation support for breastfeeding or bottle feeding, and strategies for transitioning to solids and self-feeding. Parents also receive ongoing coaching to implement techniques at home and reinforce progress. Sessions can be scheduled in-person or virtually, offering flexible options for each family’s needs. Our team of board-certified lactation consultants and pediatric feeding specialists ensures that all care is evidence-based, individualized, and delivered with compassion.
Why Support Matters for Tongue Tie
When tongue tie is left unaddressed, feeding difficulties can lead to malnutrition, slow growth, and increased stress for both baby and family. Early intervention improves feeding outcomes, reduces pain, and prevents frustration for both parent and child. Support may include guidance on latch techniques, oral motor exercises, and pre- and post-frenotomy care. With professional coaching, parents gain practical strategies and confidence to manage feeding challenges at home. Families can enjoy safer, more comfortable feedings and healthier growth and development by addressing tongue tie early.
What Makes Atlanta Lactation Different
Board-Certified Expertise
Our team includes International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) with advanced tongue tie evaluation and feeding therapy training.
Personalized Care
Every child’s needs are unique. We tailor care plans to your baby’s anatomy, developmental stage, and your family’s feeding goals.
Inclusive and Non-Judgmental Approach
We support all families with compassion and without judgment, regardless of feeding method or challenges.
Convenient Scheduling and Support Options
Choose from in-home visits, office appointments, or virtual sessions, with ongoing guidance for lasting success.
Real Stories. From Real Moms.
Every feeding journey is different, but you’re not alone. These mothers came to us looking for help and found the care, guidance, and confidence they needed. Read their stories to see how Atlanta Lactation has made a difference for families like yours.
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Caree Bong
Working Mom
“My consultant put my mind immediately at ease… I am extremely grateful and highly recommend working with Atlanta Lactation!”
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Gabby Smith
New Mother
“The consultant has been a huge support system… We now nurse comfortably without pain! I’m so happy to have found Atlanta Lactation!”
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Greg & Lindsey Farrell
Grateful Parents
“I appreciated the comprehensiveness of our first appointment… The team helped guide and customize our plan based on our needs… and helped me feel confident in my routine!”
Frequently Asked Questions
About Tongue Tie Support
Tongue tie is when the tissue under the tongue is short or tight, limiting movement. This can make breastfeeding or bottle feeding difficult and cause slow weight gain or nipple pain.
Tongue tie support includes assessment, latch guidance, oral motor exercises, and pre- and post-frenotomy care to improve feeding and reduce discomfort.
No support is available for both breast and bottle-fed babies, and it helps with transitioning to solids.
Babies with trouble latching, prolonged or painful feeds, or slow weight gain may need an evaluation. Early assessment prevents feeding problems.
Most cases mainly impact feeding, but severe tongue restrictions can affect speech. Early therapy can help prevent delays.
After a frenotomy, continue oral motor exercises, practice proper latch, and monitor feeding. Ongoing support promotes healing and better function.
Ready to Get Help With Tongue Tie Support?
We’re here to make this easier. Let’s work together to support you and your baby.
Schedule your appointment with Atlanta Lactation today and take the first step toward a more confident, comfortable feeding journey.
We’re here to help—every step of the way.