🎥 FREE 3-Day Video Training: Why Tongue Tie Is Missed — and How You Can Learn to Spot It with Confidence Perfect for lactation professionals, SLPs, Doulas, Therapists, and all Infant Care Providers. 👉 Watch now: https://tonguetieexperts.kit.com/free In this eye-opening episode, Lisa sits down with Staten Island-based dentist Dr. Steve Acker, a leader in airway-centered dentistry and guided growth. They discuss how dental professionals can—and should—play a critical role in identifying and prev...
Jun 27, 2025•37 min
In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts Podcast , host Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, speaks directly to dentists — whether you’re already performing frenotomies or considering a laser purchase. Drawing on over a decade of experience supporting families and collaborating with dentists, Lisa outlines six essential considerations for best practices in tongue tie release. Key Takeaways: 🔹 The Awesome Responsibility : Recognizing the holistic and profound impact of tongue tie release on families. 🔹 ...
Jun 13, 2025•25 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, speaks with Patricia Berg, IBCLC and craniosacral therapist, about the power of combining bodywork and lactation care. They explore how craniosacral therapy supports breastfeeding, the importance of addressing birth trauma, and how collaboration and evidence-based practice enhance infant outcomes. Key takeaways: Craniosacral therapy is gentle, holistic, and non-invasive. Addressing birth trauma can support breastfeeding success. Peer support and interd...
May 30, 2025•39 min
In this engaging episode, Lisa Paladino highlights the power of interdisciplinary teamwork in healthcare, especially in tongue tie management and lactation consulting. Drawing from her nursing career, she emphasizes the value of nurturing environments for new providers, open communication amid controversies, and the continuous journey of professional development. Lisa offers actionable insights on building strong networks of resources and referrals, empowering practitioners to confidently enhanc...
May 16, 2025•28 min
In this episode of Tongue Tie Experts , host Lisa Paladino speaks with pediatric therapy specialists Rachel Best and Jamie Smith. They discuss their pilot study on the timing of frenotomy and its impact on treatment outcomes. The conversation explores the importance of research in infant feeding therapy, the role of pre-frenectomy care, and how tissue changes influence interventions. They also address accessibility challenges, insurance barriers, and the need for collaboration among healthcare p...
May 02, 2025•46 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, explores the complex—and often controversial—challenges that lactation consultants face when assessing and managing tongue tie in infants. From inconsistent training and ambiguous assessments to provider disagreements and family pressures, Lisa breaks down the barriers to effective care and offers actionable strategies to overcome them. Key Topics Covered: Inconsistent Training & Guidelines: Education on tongue tie varies widely, leaving many profe...
Apr 18, 2025•21 min
“I can hardly believe it—we’ve made it to 100 episodes! When I first started the Tongue Tie Expert’s podcast, my goal was simple: to educate, support, and connect professionals working with tongue-tied infants and their families. But I never could have imagined the incredible journey it would become. Reaching this milestone is no small feat—most podcasts don’t make it this far—and it’s all thanks to you: our dedicated listeners, expert guests, and the passionate community that continues to grow ...
Apr 04, 2025•42 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino CNM, IBCLC calls on her experience and current literature to discuss the procedure for frenotomy for breastfeeding infants, focusing on the tools used, the types of providers who perform the procedure, and the associated risks and precautions. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these aspects for professionals who work with infants and breastfeeding. Lisa also highlights the differences between scissor releases and laser releases, explaining the benefits...
Mar 21, 2025•31 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino shares her top five takeaways from the American Laser Study Club’s Breathe & Thrive Conference . While tongue tie is often discussed in the context of breastfeeding, this conference reinforced its lifelong impact on airway health, speech, sleep, and overall function . Lisa breaks down key insights from leading experts and discusses how professionals can improve outcomes for infants and beyond. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Tongue Tie Is More Than a Breastfeeding Issue – I...
Mar 07, 2025•27 min
In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts podcast, host Lisa Paladino and guest Meaghan Beames discuss the intersection of craniosacral therapy (CST) and tongue tie treatment. They explore the principles of CST, its gentle approach to healing, and its effectiveness in treating infants with tongue ties. The conversation emphasizes the importance of a holistic view of treatment, considering both the baby and the mother's health. They also address common misconceptions about tongue ties and the nec...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Tongue-tie cases can be confusing. But what if you had a place to ask questions, learn from experts, and connect with professionals who truly understand? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you join Tongue Tie Experts Insiders . Including: ✅ Monthly online meetups with me, Lisa Paladino 🎤 Expert guest speakers sharing the latest research and best practices 💬 A private community of professionals, ready to support you every step of the way For just $19.99/month, you’ll never have to navigate ton...
Feb 07, 2025•20 min
In this episode of the Tongue Experts podcast, Lisa Paladino interviews Dr. Erick Galindo Valdez, a pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating oral restrictions in children. They discuss the importance of collaboration in pediatric care, the impact of oral restrictions on overall health, and the need for a broader understanding of these issues among pediatricians. Dr. Valdez shares his experiences and insights from his practice in Mexico, emphasizing the interconnectedness of oral heal...
Jan 24, 2025•37 min
What the heck is “white tongue”? Tongue tied babies are often misdiagnosed with thrush, leading to unnecessary treatments. In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts Podcast, host Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, discusses the differences between thrush and tongue tie, focusing on the common symptom of a white tongue in infants. Tongue tied babies are often misdiagnosed with thrush, leading to unnecessary treatments. Key Points: White Tongue Overview: A white tongue can indicate thrush or tongue tie. P...
Jan 10, 2025•19 min
On this week’s episode, Lisa Paladino chats with Melissa Cole, a board-certified lactation consultant and clinical herbalist, about the fascinating role of herbal medicine in breastfeeding support. Discover: How herbs like chamomile and motherwort can support lactation and perinatal health. Key differences in herbal use during pregnancy versus breastfeeding. Why some herbs remain controversial and the importance of personalized, individualized care. Challenges in researching herbal remedies for ...
Dec 27, 2024•38 min
On this week’s episode: Lisa Paladino has been taking care of babies for over 35 years, as a nurse, midwife and lactation consultant. Today she shares what you need to know about swaddling for your patients and your own babies. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why swaddling is controversial. The history of swaddling. Why swaddling remains popular. Five reasons professionals often don’t recommend swaddling. What parents and professionals can do instead. More From Tongue Tie Experts: To learn mo...
Dec 13, 2024•21 min
🎉 Gratitude Sale: 50% Off The Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie 🎉 In honor of Lisa’s birthday month, enjoy 50% off this comprehensive course for healthcare professionals working with breastfeeding infants. Use code THANKYOUPOD at www.TongueTieExperts.net/Professional but hurry, sale is ending soon. In this episode of the Tongue Tie Experts podcast, host Lisa Paladino discusses essential insights that lactation consultants wish all medical professionals knew about breastfeeding. Takeaways: Bre...
Nov 29, 2024•25 min
🎉 Gratitude Sale: 50% Off The Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie 🎉 In honor of Lisa’s birthday month, enjoy 50% off this comprehensive course for healthcare professionals working with breastfeeding infants. Use code THANKYOUPOD at tonguetieexperts.net/professional through November! In this episode, Lisa Paladino interviews Tereza Hakobyan-Lolli and her husband, Anthony Lolli, as they share their remarkable journey in health and wellness, beginning with a tongue tie diagnosis. Key Takeaways: Te...
Nov 15, 2024•51 min
Special Encore Episode: Meet the Tongue Tie Team: Lori L. Overland, M.S., CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC, FOM Knowing the type of providers on the Tongue Tie Treatment Team , what they do for infants, and why, is vital to understanding the process. In this episode, Lisa Paladino interviews Lori L. Overland, M.S., CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC. Topics discussed: The vital collaboration between SLP and IBCLC and other team members. Caring for those with neuro-motor issues and non-typically developing babies. How an SL...
Nov 01, 2024•40 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino reviews the American Academy of Pediatrics clinical report on ankyloglossia and its impact on breastfeeding. She highlights its strengths and critiques, including outdated references and the lack of recognition for IBCLCs. Lisa calls for a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, involving lactation consultants, body workers, and other specialists, and advocates for updated research and respect for parents' insights. Takeaways: The AAP report on tongue tie ha...
Oct 18, 2024•18 min
In this conversation, Lisa Paladino shares a case study of a patient with breastfeeding challenges and a complex medical history. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to breastfeeding support, considering the entire family and their unique circumstances. Lisa discusses the journey of this patient, from struggling to breastfeed her first child to navigating multiple miscarriages and finally achieving a successful breastfeeding relationship with her second child. She highlights the...
Oct 04, 2024•28 min
In this episode of the Tongue Experts podcast, Lisa Paladino interviews Dr. Sharon Smart, and Dr. Ray Tseng. Dr. Sharon Smart and Dr. Ray Tseng, board members of ICAP and CIREAS, discuss the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and evidence-based practices for treating tongue and oral ties. They emphasize the need for rigorous research and advocate for educating professionals about ttethered oral tissues. Both highlight the evolving field and encourage listeners to join ICAP and CIREAS to st...
Sep 20, 2024•52 min
What are IBCLCs Afraid of? Episode 364 In this conversation, Lisa Paladino discusses her experiences, as an IBCLC and Certified Nurse Midwife, with 35 years of experience, and the fears that come with this career.. She talks about the responsibility of not missing any medical problems or lactation issues, the fear of not being trusted or taken seriously, and the concern of giving care plans that may not work for families. Lisa emphasizes the importance of developing a rapport with the families a...
Sep 06, 2024•23 min
This week's episode is a replay of our response to an article in the NY Times regarding tongue tie treatment. The article featured my colleague, Dr. Scott Siegel. In this episode, which was recorded as an Instagram Live event, you'll hear more of the story including: - My letter to the editor of the NY Times, which can be found here: https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/blog - The motivation of Dr. Siegel agreeing to open his office to reporters. - How Dr. Siegel feels about how his practice was por...
Aug 23, 2024•59 min
In this episode, Lisa Paladino CNM, IBCLC calls on her experience and current literature to discuss the procedure for frenotomy for breastfeeding infants, focusing on the tools used, the types of providers who perform the procedure, and the associated risks and precautions. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these aspects for professionals who work with infants and breastfeeding. Lisa also highlights the differences between scissor releases and laser releases, explaining the benefits...
Aug 09, 2024•31 min
In this episode, Lisa interviews Rebecca Hill, PhD, DNP, FNP-C, CNE, FAAN about the state of research on tongue tie and its associated effects on infant feeding. They discusses her personal journey, how she evolved her work into researching tongue tie. The conversation explores the importance of clinical experience and the need for evidence. Dr. Hill discuss the challenges of measuring the effectiveness of tongue tie treatment and the need for ancillary support from lactation consultants, speech...
Jul 26, 2024•43 min
Professional Course Waiting List - ENHANCED pro course coming in August! https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/waiting-list In this conversation, Lisa Paladino covers the team approach to tongue tie treatment, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive and collaborative approach involving various professionals. It discusses the assessment, referral, and post-procedure care for infants with tongue tie, highlighting the role of lactation consultants, body workers, speech language pathologists, and m...
Jul 12, 2024•23 min
On this episode, Lisa chats with Dr. Chelsea Pinto, introducing a different paradigm for treatment of families whose infants have oral restrictions. Topics Discussed: Importance of a feminine approach in infant care. Empowering parents in caring for their infants. Creating a supportive and comfortable environment for mothers. Addressing the emotional and mental aspects of the post partum time. Collaborating with other professionals for comprehensive care. Avoiding unnecessary procedures and over...
Jun 28, 2024•43 min
Tongue tie treatment is so much more than "clipping a frenum". In this episode, Lisa shares some of what she included in assessment and treatment of dyads suffering with breastfeeding (or bottle feeding) dysfunction. Important links mentioned: Understanding Milk Supply for Medical and Birth Professionals Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off Professional Course Waiting List - NEW course coming this summer! https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/waiting-list --------------------------------------- Key Takeawa...
Jun 14, 2024•26 min
Lisa Paladino discusses the challenges professionals face when assessing and treating infants with tongue or lip tie. include determining the right time for release, the importance of proper lactation support, educating families, and addressing previous misinformation. Lisa emphasizes individualized care and functional evaluation by a lactation consultant before treatment. She also announces the launch of an updated course for healthcare providers. You can join the waiting list (professionals on...
May 28, 2024•30 min
In this week's episode, Casey Quinn-Daly shares her experiences navigating the healthcare system, as a provider herself, for her son's feeding difficulties and other medical concerns. She discusses the challenges she faced with breastfeeding a tongue and lip-tied infant, the importance of finding the right healthcare providers, and the need for providers to listen to parents and parents to trust their instincts. Casey emphasizes the value of finding specialists who have expertise in specific are...
May 14, 2024•45 min
