Is there an optimal timing for release of tongue and lip tie? Dr. Rishita Jaju Episode 326

03/07/23 • 52 min

The Tongue Tie Experts Podcast

In this episode Lisa Paladino interviews Dr. Rishita Jaju.

Topics discussed:

- Optimal timing of release of tongue and lip tie

- Visual vs Functional release for infants

- Immediate hospital release vs waiting and preparing.

- Maternal and family assessment of readiness

- Importance of lactation care and body work for complete release and optimal results

- Is laser better than scissor? Does the type of tool matter?

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Dr. Rishita Jaju is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, founder of Smile Wonders in Reston, VA. She is Harvard dental graduate, and former Chief Resident of Pediatric Dentistry at Children’s National Medical Center.

She has achieved Advanced Laser Proficiency Certification from the Academy of Laser Dentistry and Breastfeeding Specialist Certification. She has served on the Council of Clinical Affairs for American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Examination Committee of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Personally, Dr. Rishita loves going home to her loving husband, active toddler and two adorable Maltese doggies – Kaju and Kulfi;) She is looking forward to traveling all over the world again and has visited every continent (except Antarctica).

Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.

In this episode Lisa Paladino interviews Dr. Rishita Jaju.

Topics discussed:

- Optimal timing of release of tongue and lip tie

- Visual vs Functional release for infants

- Immediate hospital release vs waiting and preparing.

- Maternal and family assessment of readiness

- Importance of lactation care and body work for complete release and optimal results

- Is laser better than scissor? Does the type of tool matter?

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Tongue Tie Experts freebies and pro and parent's programs https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links

Save 15% on any of our courses with the code PODCAST15

For info on Sara Finn's Easy Business Bookkeeping Program: https://www.sarafins.com/TTEpodcast

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If you are enjoying our podcast, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss an episode.

Please rate, review and share with your friends. Let's educate the world about tongue tie. Thanks so much!

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Previous Episode

Nicole Jardim: What is it like to have your tongue tie released as an adult? Episode 325

"Outsourcing your health to someone else hardly ever works. You must be educated to be empowered in your health journey" Nicole Jardim.

This episode features Nicole Jardim, certified women’s health coach, author and podcaster.

We discuss her challenging journey through tongue tie (and other tether) release, including:

How she discovered that she had tethered oral tissues

How she prepared for the procedure

What the journey has been like, and her recommendations for other adults considering release.

Nicole is the author of Fix Your Period: Six Weeks to Banish Bloating, Conquer Cramps, Manage Moodiness, and Ignite Lasting Hormone Balance and host of the podcast The Period Party.

To follow Nicole:

Website - https://nicolejardim.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolemjardim/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nicolemjardim/

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Next Episode

Carmen Baker IBCLC: What are the top 3 concerns of the hospital-based lactation consultant? Episode 327

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In this episode Lisa interviews hospital based Lactation Consultant, Carmen Baker, IBCLC

Topics discussed:

1. The role of an IBCLC to support early breastfeeding

2. The power of breastfeeding support groups and continuity of care

3. The three most common challenges to exclusive breastfeeding in the hospital, from Carmen's point of view

4. The best approach to tongue tie in the early days

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If you are enjoying our podcast, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss an episode. Please rate, review and share with your networks. Let's educate the world about tongue tie. Thanks so much!

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Carmen Baker is a a Board Certified Lactation Consultant. (IBCLC) she has been helping moms breastfeed their babies since 1998, first as a La Leche League Leader and working in private practice doing home visits as an IBCLC since 2005. She has a bachelor's degree from Princeton University in Art and Archaeology. Carmen credits her sons as her inspiration. She states, "They taught me so much about breastfeeding, its joys and its challenges". Carmen is passionate about the work she does. She loves nurturing new families through their new beginning and finding solutions that suit their needs.

Here website: https://www.breastfeedingmomma.com/

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