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Published on:

1st May 2026

How We Grow in a Field That’s Still Evolving: Episode 128

What happens when you step into a room full of people who truly understand your work?

In this episode, I’m sharing reflections from the International Consortium of Ankyloglossia Professionals Conference in Portland, and why experiences like this matter so much in a field that is still evolving.

Because if you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one asking deeper questions…

the only one noticing complexity…

or the only one trying to connect the dots in tongue tie care…

you’re not alone.

This episode is about connection, growth, and what changes when we come together as professionals - open to learning, willing to question, and committed to doing better for families.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

  • Why tongue tie work can feel isolating, and how that impacts clinical confidence
  • What shifts when you’re surrounded by professionals who “get it”
  • The value of respectful disagreement and staying curious in a changing field
  • How real growth happens through conversation, not just coursework
  • The role of community in shaping better clinical care
  • Why fun, laughter, and connection are essential, not optional, in this work

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This podcast is meant for education and conversation only. It is not medical advice and does not replace formal education, professional training, or individualized care from a qualified healthcare provider. Always seek appropriate guidance for individual concerns. The views and opinions shared by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or Tongue-tie experts.

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About the Podcast

The Tongue Tie Experts Podcast
Lisa Paladino discusses topics related to tongue tie and breastfeeding, from her unique perspective as a Midwife and Lactation Consultant with over 30 years of experience. If you are a parent looking for information beyond what google is telling you, or a professional who is curious to learn more than what you learned in school on this topic, this podcast is for you.

A gentle disclaimer. 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.

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