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Comment on Oral Motor. by Holly

Holly — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Wow. Very interesting! I hope the exercises make a difference

Comment on Maxillary Labial Frenum and Tongue Tie by Mandy A

Mandy A — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:40:00 +0000

The procedure was 450 all inclusive and my insurance covered. I paid approximately 90 dollars out of pocket! It was totally worth the trip. Good luck!!
Mandy
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Comment on Maxillary Labial Frenum and Tongue Tie by Ghodges84

Ghodges84 — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:07:00 +0000

I am so grateful to have found your blog. My 5 month old is suffering from a lingual and a labial tie. I live in Monroe, LA and I have been searching here for a doctor or dentist who is willing to treat his condition. My search has not produced any results because everyone refuses to treat him because of his age. I would love to visit with Dr. Kotlow to have this situation resolved. If you don’t mind me asking, how much was the procedure and does insurance cover it? Please fill me in. Thanks!

Comment on Oral Motor. by Janus

Janus — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:32:00 +0000

I’m glad to hear that things may be working out. And I just LOVE that smile in the photo.

Comment on Maxillary Labial Frenum and Tongue Tie by Mandy A

Mandy A — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:47:00 +0000

Hi Leigh!

I had a couple of experiences… mostly from my pediatrician and Lactation Consultants that said they couldn’t imagine her lip tie being a problem. When I consulted Dr.Kotlow, and read his information on the problems of lip-ties, and how exactly they were alike to my problems, I decided to have it done anyways.

My advice is far from medical. It’s personal opinion, but I’m more than happy to share it with you. My advice is… why wait to see if she gets a problem? Why allow it to become a problem? If there is a chance that it will improve your nursing relationship from “for the most part” to “awesome all the time!” I don’t think there is any reason to give yourself a chance to look back and wish you had clipped. I can’t think of any reason NOT to clip, and I’ve never met someone that had clipped and wished they hadn’t. I honestly see no drawback or risk.

I know that may not help you make a decision… This is a tough one. My biggest peice of advice is to go with your mommy gut. Don’t do something that feels wrong to you, but don’t hesitate if you think you should. Chances are, you are probably right!

Good luck – I hope you end up happy with your decision in the end <3

Comment on Maxillary Labial Frenum and Tongue Tie by Leah Greenwald

Leah Greenwald — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:04:00 +0000

Hi Mandy,
Did you get any opinions that were to wait to have her frenulum corrected? I sent pics of my baby’s lip and under her tongue to Dr. Kotlow and he says she has class 4 ties. However, my husband doesn’t want to rush into something since she nurses fine (for the most part). I’ve had 2 pediatricians tell me to wait and see if she grows out of it, and we are seeing a third in 2 weeks. Any advice?
Thanks!
leigh

Comment on Nurse Nice or Quit by Stacyshields_05

Stacyshields_05 — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:41:00 +0000

Wow… That hurt to WATCH! I hope you can still continue to nurse. I remember weaning Kailyn at 17 months, and at the time I was SO ready, but was soooo sad when it was all said and done. If you have to quit, know you tried anything and EVERYTHING to continue. You are such a good mama for putting up with it for so long. Most people would’ve quit a lonnnnng time ago.

Comment on Nurse Nice or Quit by Janus

Janus — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:17:00 +0000

I wish I had some advice to give. I do think that whatever the outcome, it won’t traumatize Ruby in the long run. And who knows, maybe the time Ruby is in her late teens, you’ll be able to tell this story and get some laughs out of it.

As always, just keep telling yourself, All Will Be Well.

Comment on Nurse Nice or Quit by Courtneylanctot

Courtneylanctot — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:47:00 +0000

Oh, Mandy…my heart (and my breasts!) hurt for you! You have tried harder and given more than most mamas would! I truly believe that! I hope that this last attempt works so that you can have the nursing relationship with Ruby that you have longed for! I will keep you in my thoughts!

Comment on Nurse Nice or Quit by nic

nic — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:22:00 +0000

oh my friend… i know this is SO IMPORTANT to you and has been from the get-go. you are a remarkable mother, period. you have worked tirelessly and sacrificed so much to create this bond for you and ruby. you are advocating for others and helping so many with your story.

in watching this, i just hope that you are advocating for yourself too.

whatever happens and whatever you decide will be the best decision. you are surrounded with support and love.