Effective infant feeding, whether through breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, relies heavily on the intricate movements of the baby’s tongue. These movements are not limited to simple in-and-out motions but require a coordinated combination of up-and-down and...
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The Link Between Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Misdiagnosed ADHD in Children
Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in a variety of developmental and behavioral issues in children, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). When undiagnosed, SDB can lead to a misdiagnosis of ADHD and...
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Oral Restrictions Are Not Just a Fad: Understanding the Impact and Importance
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness around oral restrictions, including tongue ties (ankyloglossia) and lip ties, especially in the context of infant feeding. Some may see this trend as a passing phase, or a “fad,” but the truth is that oral...
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Why Having IBCLCs on Our Team Makes Us Unique in Wisconsin
At Wisconsin Tongue Tie Institute, we are proud to be the only facility in Wisconsin providing oral restriction release services with International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) to assess oral function. This distinction underscores our dedication to...
Nurturing Success: Examining The Impact of Tongue And Lip Tie Releases on Breastfeeding Through Comprehensive Surveys
Introduction: Embarking on a journey from March 2022 to May 2023, our study centered on unraveling the transformative effects of tongue and lip tie releases on the breastfeeding journeys of infants aged 0-12 weeks. Our approach involved the administration of the same...