Dom Baker mother to Grace

Being a first time mom, I had heard from multiple people that breast feeding was a “learning curve” and was going to hurt at first. I feel like in the hospital, everything was somewhat of a blur, but also, things were going ok with the feedings. 

When we got home, everything changed. My daughter was not gaining weight, even though she was nursing for an hour straight and it was hurting so much!

When we had our 2nd check up appointment for her, I had clogged ducts, she wasn’t gaining, and I was concerned. I was already looking into my Facebook Mom pages on how to help my newborn, but I asked my doctor if she could possibly have a tongue tie. They told me no, but she did have a lip tie. I was certain they were wrong because all signs and symptoms pointed to this. They gave me a phone number for a Lactation Consultant and an ENT. They also asked if I talked to my doctor about PPD, her tone was so rude and I just felt so dismissed.

Thankfully I called the Lactation Consultant and she confirmed my suspicions. I was able to get on the right track by taking my daughter at 6 weeks to see a chiropractor then a pediatric dentist. 

I wanted to follow up with someone who knew about the function of the mouth, tongue, ties, torticollis, etc. I followed many OTs specializing in Ties on Instagram and messaged every single one to get in touch with someone in my area. Finally I got in contact with Michelle who was in my area and specialized in everything I was looking for. Within a few dedicated sessions, my daughter was already making amazing progress. Michelle is a mom herself and was able to ease my mind and heart, knowing the stress and guilt I felt I was under. I recommend anyone going through any type delayed milestone and/or needing a mom meet up to connect with Michelle. Her and her office made the newborn stage and everything we went through so much less of a struggle.