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Tongue Tie Services
Holistic support and assessment for tongue function and feeding
Thoughtful Care, Evidence-Based Practice
As a qualified Tongue Tie Practitioner working under The Natal Network, I now offer a full tongue tie service — including in-depth assessments and frenectomy (tongue tie release) procedures. Rooted in my work as an IBCLC and paediatric nurse, this service builds on years of supporting families through feeding challenges with compassion and clinical insight.
Two Appointments for Complete Care
The process takes place across two visits:
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Visit One: a detailed assessment of your baby’s tongue function and appearance using the Hazelbaker ATLFF tool, alongside observation of feeding and discussion of your goals. We’ll explore positioning, latch strategies, and signs of muscular tension, which babies often hold in their tongue, jaw, neck, or shoulders — affecting their ability to feed comfortably.
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Visit Two: we review progress and reassess tongue function. If a release is indicated and baby is ready, the frenectomy will be carried out at this appointment.
More Than a Simple Release
Supporting tongue function isn’t just about releasing a frenulum. Many babies benefit from pre- and post-release bodywork, gentle exercises, and support with feeding techniques like laid-back breastfeeding or the “flipple” latch. I’ll guide you through these approaches, and can recommend trusted local osteopaths and bodyworkers if needed.
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Ongoing Support, Personalised to You
I offer full aftercare guidance, ongoing feeding support, and follow-up options tailored to your baby’s healing and development. Every step is designed to help you move closer to your feeding goals with confidence and reassurance.
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£150
Book inital assessment - listed as Postnatal Support x1 appointment. Approx 90 minute appointment
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Includes discussion of feeding journey, observation of full feed (breast/bottle or both) and oral assessment.
Adjustments/strategies to optimise feeding efficacy and comfort as well as exercises to help relieve tension - referral for formal bodywork may be recommended.
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£160
90mins
Following the initial appointment, if a frenectomy is indicated, a follow-up will be scheduled with me through The Natal Network.
This appointment includes:
Reassessment of tongue function and appearance, with discussion of progress since the previous visit
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Attendance by my Infant Feeding Assistant to provide support during the procedure
Guidance on aftercare, feeding support, and recommended strategies
Advice on appropriate oral exercises