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How a tongue tie can affect your baby

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2025/2/26 Edited to

A tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition where the tissue connecting the baby's tongue to the floor of their mouth is shorter than usual. This can impact feeding, speech development, and oral hygiene. Particularly in infants, a tongue tie may lead to difficulties in latching during breastfeeding, resulting in inadequate nutrition and frustration for both mother and baby. Parents should watch for signs such as difficulty breastfeeding, prolonged feedings, or a clicking sound while nursing. In some cases, speech can also be affected as children grow older. A restricted tongue may limit the ability to articulate certain sounds, making speech therapy beneficial. If a tongue tie is suspected, consultation with a pediatrician or a pediatric occupational therapist is recommended. They can provide assessment tools and discuss the possible solutions, including simple exercises or, in more severe cases, a frenotomy. This minor surgical procedure involves snipping the frenulum to allow greater tongue movement. By addressing tongue tie early, parents can help ensure that their child's feeding, speech, and development proceed as smoothly as possible.

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