If your baby is struggling to feed, gaining weight slowly, clicking while feeding, or seeming uncomfortable and unsettled after every session — you may have been told tongue tie could be a factor. Or perhaps you’ve already been on a long journey and are looking for someone who truly understands the complexity of what you’re navigating.
You’re in the right place.
Understanding Oral Ties
Tongue tie — or ankyloglossia — can restrict tongue movement, affecting how a baby can latch, suck, swallow and feed. It can affect breastfed and bottle-fed babies alike, and its impact varies enormously from baby to baby.
Tongue tie is not always straightforward. It is frequently misunderstood, sometimes over-diagnosed, and often released before the baby or family is truly ready. My approach is always measured, thorough and led by what is right for your individual baby — not by a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Assessment & Referral
I have completed the TOTS specialty training course for oral ties. I carry out a comprehensive assessment of your baby’s oral function and feeding, evaluating their ability to feed effectively. Where appropriate, I will refer you to a trusted tongue tie practitioner for further assessment and possible release.
Crucially, I don’t believe in rushing to release. With older babies in particular, timing matters enormously. Before any referral I take time to ensure your baby is as well prepared as possible — because a well-prepared baby has the best possible chance of a successful outcome.
Pre-Frenectomy Preparation
Preparation before a tongue tie release is something I feel strongly about — and it makes a real difference to outcomes. Depending on your baby’s individual presentation, this may include:
- Addressing underlying inflammation
- Supporting reflux and digestive comfort
- Optimising gut microbiome health
- Identifying and addressing allergies or intolerances
- Oral function exercises to prepare the mouth and tongue for release
- Ensuring the timing of release is right for your baby
Post-Frenectomy Rehabilitation
After a tongue tie release, babies often need time and support to learn to use their tongue in a new way. Feeding doesn’t always immediately improve — and without proper rehabilitation, the benefits of release can be limited.
I provide comprehensive post-frenectomy support including:
- Feeding rehabilitation — helping your baby relearn and optimise how they
feed - Oral function exercises and hands-on oral therapies
- Primitive reflex assessment and integration
- Nervous system support for baby and mother
- Wound aftercare guidance
- Referral to trusted osteopaths and bodywork specialists where needed
Who I Work With
I work closely with a trusted network of tongue tie practitioners, osteopaths, sleep consultants and other specialists to ensure your baby receives truly joined-up care. I am also trained in primitive reflex assessment and integration and rhythmic movement therapy, which frequently forms an important part of post-release rehabilitation.
I see babies and children at my Fulham office, virtually, and on home visits within SW London subject to availability.