The Course
Hi I'm Hazel, Lactation Consultant with a special interest in Tongue Tie and Oral Function.
Drawing from my specialist experience in an NHS tongue tie clinic, I’ve developed this mini-course to act as your step-by-step guide to help you begin to assess your baby’s oral function at home and explore the possible reasons behind feeding challenges.
I explain oral function in clear, simple terms—giving you the knowledge and vocabulary to better understand your baby’s feeding abilities, communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and feel confident in making informed choices.
What you will learn:
This mini-course will help you understand your baby’s oral function in simple, practical terms—so you can feel more confident about what’s going on and what to do next.
What You’ll learn:
- What healthy oral function looks like in newborns
- The role of the tongue, jaw and other structures in feeding
- How to gently assess your baby’s oral function
- Build your confidence and language
- Simple terms to describe what you’re seeing
- How to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals to advocate for your baby in appointments or assessments
- Navigate next steps