How Does a Tongue Tie or Lip Tie Affect Breastfeeding?

How Does a Tongue Tie or Lip Tie Affect Breastfeeding?

By Mary Claire Burks, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist A “tongue tie” is a tethered band of tissue or “frenulum” that connects your baby’s tongue to the bottom of his or her mouth. An “upper lip tie” is a tethered oral tissue or “frenulum” that connects your baby’s lip to the top of his or her mouth. […]

NICU Parent Wellness Tips

NICU Parent Wellness Tips

By Leigh G. Townsend MPA, NICU Family Support Navigator  Whether it is just for a few hours or a couple of months, having a baby in the NICU is an incredibly stressful event for parents. During this time it may be hard to think about taking care of yourself because you’re so focused on your […]