The Tongue Tie Centre

The Tongue Tie Centre IM | IBCLC | Tongue Tie Practitioner ~ I am passionate about supporting families through the physica

22/06/2026

If your baby seems constantly windy, uncomfortable, or unsettled after feeds… this could be why 👇🏾

Aerophagia = swallowing air during feeding.
And it’s far more common than most parents realise.

It often shows up as:
💫 Clicking sounds during feeds
💫 Gulping or fast, frantic feeding
💫 Coming on and off the breast or bottle
💫 Lots of wind, burping, or discomfort after feeds
💫 Reflux-like symptoms

But here’s the thing… aerophagia isn’t random.

It’s usually a sign that something in the feeding isn’t quite working optimally.

This could be due to:
🤱 A shallow or inefficient latch
👅 Oral dysfunction (including tongue tie)
💛 Oral tension or low tone
🍼 Lack of pacing

So instead co-ordinated sucking, swallowing and breathing, your baby is compensating… and taking in air along the way.

More air = more pressure in the tummy
😞 more discomfort
😞 more unsettled behaviour
😞 more “reflux-like” symptoms

🔁 And the cycle continues.

The good news? When we support the cause, not just the symptoms… feeding can feel completely different 💛

Save this if your baby struggles with wind or reflux symptoms, and you’re not sure why.

bottlefeeding

Side-lying bottle feeding is one of my absolute go-to positions for so many families 👶🏼🍼Not only can it help babies achi...
18/06/2026

Side-lying bottle feeding is one of my absolute go-to positions for so many families 👶🏼🍼

Not only can it help babies achieve a deeper, more effective latch on the bottle, but it also supports better tongue function and overall oral development.

When baby is positioned on their side, the flow of milk naturally slows down, allowing them to stay in control of the feed; just like they would at the breast.

This means:
✨ Less gulping
✨ Better coordination of suck, swallow, breathe
✨ Reduced air intake

And less air intake = a more comfortable baby… think less wind, less reflux symptoms, and fewer unsettled feeds 🙌🏾

Side-lying also encourages a more relaxed, aligned posture which can help reduce tension through the neck, jaw, and body.

In contrast, feeding upright or in a cradled position can sometimes lead to faster flow, more air swallowing, and compensatory muscle patterns; especially in babies who are already finding feeding tricky.

Another really important tip: don’t forget to switch sides! 🔄 Alternate the side your baby lies on between burps or feeds to avoid overworking one side of their body… just like we naturally do with breastfeeding.

This helps support more balanced muscle development and comfort over time.

If your little one struggles with reflux, wind, clicking on the bottle, or just seems unsettled during feeds, this is definitely worth trying 💛

Have you given side-lying feeding a go? I’d love to hear how you’ve found it! Let me know in the comments 👇🏾

10/06/2026

If it’s not tongue tie… what else could it be? 👇

Not all feeding challenges come down to a tongue tie… and it’s so important to understand that 🧠

Here are a few other things we often look at during an assessment:

👶 Tension in the body
Babies can hold tension from birth, positioning, or delivery, which can impact how they feed.

👅 Oral dysfunction
It’s not just about how the tongue looks, but how it moves and functions. There can be tension in the tongue and oral cavity and/or low tongue tone.

🤱 🍼 Feeding technique & positioning
Small adjustments can sometimes make a big difference. It can be as simple as tweaking a few feeding strategies.

Regardless of what the cause is, you don’t have to struggle through and ignore the symptoms and challenges you’re facing.

We simply need to seek to address the underlying cause of them.

Every baby is different, which is why a full, holistic assessment matters 💛

Let us know what challenges you’re facing the comments and we’ll reply to as many comments as we can to try and sign post you to the right support 👇🏾

tonguetieawareness

Tongue tie is one of those topics surrounded by so much misinformation 👀Parents are often told everything is “fine”, eve...
08/06/2026

Tongue tie is one of those topics surrounded by so much misinformation 👀

Parents are often told everything is “fine”, even when feeding feels stressful, painful, or just not quite right.

Here are a few common myths we hear all the time ⬇️

🚫 “They’ll grow out of it”
🚫 “It only affects breastfeeding”
🚫 “They’re gaining weight so it’s fine”

The truth? Tongue function plays a much bigger role in your baby’s development than many people realise.

If you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or like something isn’t quite adding up, you’re not overthinking it 💛

✨ The right support can make all the difference.

Have you ever heard or been told any of the above? Let us know in the comments 👇🏾

05/06/2026

3 benefits of suck training 👇🏾

✨ Improves feeding efficiency; helping babies coordinate suck, swallow, breathe more effectively

✨ Builds strength & endurance; supporting better milk transfer and less fatigue during feeds

✨ Supports oral function; laying the foundations for feeding, speech and overall development

Suck training can be a really valuable part of the journey both before and after a tongue tie release 💛

If your baby is struggling with sucking, we need to start looking at why this is happening.

🤷‍♀️ is there underlying tension affecting the posterior part of the tongue?
🤷‍♀️ is there low tongue tone?
🤷‍♀️ is there a tongue tie?
🤷‍♀️ what else could be going on?

Have you tried suck training with your baby? Let us know in the comments 👇🏾

When a baby refuses the breast or bottle, the instinct is often to try harder.➡️ more attempts➡️ more persistence➡️more ...
28/05/2026

When a baby refuses the breast or bottle, the instinct is often to try harder.

➡️ more attempts
➡️ more persistence
➡️more pressure

💭 But what if the resistance isn’t about hunger at all?

😫 Feeding aversion is one of the most distressing things a family can go through.

🤷‍♀️ And one of the most misunderstood.

👆🏾 Swipe to understand what’s actually happening in your baby’s nervous system… and what can genuinely help

💛 If this resonates, share it with a parent who needs to hear that their baby isn’t being difficult. They’re being human.

💬 Have you or someone you know experienced feeding aversion? Drop a comment below. I’d love to hear your experience.

Lots of parents hear “reflux” and immediately think 👉 something is wrong with baby’s stomach.But in a lot of cases… it a...
26/05/2026

Lots of parents hear “reflux” and immediately think 👉 something is wrong with baby’s stomach.

But in a lot of cases… it actually starts with feeding 🤱 🍼

If a baby has a tongue tie or oral dysfunction, their tongue simply cannot function as effectively as it should.

That can make it harder to latch and feed efficiently.

Which often leads to:
✔️ excessive air swallowing
✔️ More pressure in the tummy
✔️ Milk coming back up

And suddenly… it looks like reflux 👀

This is why some babies are treated for reflux, when the real issue is how they’re feeding, not what they’re digesting.

✨ That doesn’t mean all reflux = tongue tie
✨ But it does mean it’s worth looking at the full picture

If you’re currently in the thick of this, you’re not doing anything wrong 🤍

It can feel overwhelming, especially when your baby is unsettled after feeds.

If this resonates, share your experience below 👇🏾

14/05/2026

Listen to what Leonie has to say after completing the 6 week Advanced Practice Programme 🤩

We have 2 more spaces left and the course starts next week on the 19th May! 📅

Designed exclusively for qualified Tongue Tie Practitioners who want to deepen their knowledge and understanding, increase their clinical confidence and truly deliver holistic care.

Led by expert Carmelle Gentle, the programme combines live calls, self paced learning and hands on clinical experience; all built around the Functional Feeding Framework ™️.

✨ 6 weekly live sessions
✨ Case based learning & reflective portfolio
✨ Hands on clinical day
✨ Private Community Support
✨ Certificate of Completion

📅 Next Cohort starts 19th May
⚠️ Only a few spaces remaining

Comment “advanced” to receive the link to sign up 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

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