"Tongue mobility" refers to the ability of the tongue to move easily and freely within the mouth.
Full definition
Thus it is seen that many with tongue tie learn to compensate for their
limited tongue mobility by adopting alterations of movements.
This talks covers the role of the tongue and lips in sucking and red flags
for tongue mobility restriction.
If there is no nipple pain, mom may not seek help because she doesn't recognize the subtle deviations in the sucking pattern that are characteristic of
poor tongue mobility.
Posterior Tongue Tie: Confusion, Concerns and Controversies in the Conceptualization, Definitions, Diagnosis and Treatment of Problems of
Tongue Mobility Affecting Breastfeeding Babies
It seems much clearer to say that enough tissue must be removed (without cutting into muscle) to restore
optimal tongue mobility in some babies.
We define tongue - tie as tissue (the frenulum) connecting the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth when this tissue
compromises tongue mobility.
Improper tongue mobility may prevent babies from clearing milk from their mouth, causing tooth decay (especially in the front teeth)
They are appropriate for any type of breastfeeding challenges you may have including, latching difficulties, questions
about tongue mobility, frenotomy aftercare, sore nipples and milk supply or pumping difficulties.
Some babies also benefit from manual or body therapy in dealing with
limited tongue mobility and your lactation consultant may also make a referral to see a craniosacral therapist (CST), chiropractor, massage therapist, Bowenworker, or other similar manual therapist.
TummyTime can help with gas, reflux, sleep, fussiness,
tongue mobility.