Little Roo Lactation and Wellness

02/19/2026

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02/17/2026

I see babies who are breastfeeding, bottle feeding, getting pumped milk or just formula feeding and preemies who have had a lot of oral aversion due to tube feedings in the NICU -
each case of feeding difficulty is different but so many times I see this missed-
it doesn’t mens that all ties need to be released but what I see in ALL babies is body tension they’ve been stuck in for months growing in utero or from difficult deliveries or C/S-
A functional feeding Eval is key to assessing and implementing a care plan to help them grow and thrive functionally-
oral restrictions can be there but for some, a release is not recommended until suck patterns are coordinated and strengthened.
For others a release is necessary to gain weight and prevent further pain and issues with mom- some can look tied, but their function is great and they are gaining, thriving and not having other symptoms of dysfunctional feeding-
Insurance covers most for 6-8 visits and some with no limitations to help babies and mamas be successful.
I wish more providers were trained in oral function and not just focused on the scale and to tell a mom to just pump and bottle feed without offering a feeding specialist referral-
A release is not a quick fix and bottle feeding can have just as many issues with babies and their ability to feed and regulate flow comfortably!

02/16/2026

Infant massage class online!

02/16/2026

Have you ever noticed a little 💗 shape at the tip of your baby’s tongue when they cry?

That heart shape can be a strong sign of a tongue tie.

Here’s why it happens:
The tissue under the tongue (the frenulum) is anchored a little tighter or shorter than it should be. When baby lifts or cries and the tongue tries to move forward, that tight tissue creates tension, pulling the center of the tongue back and leaving the sides more free. The result? A little heart-shaped dip at the tip.

But here’s the important part:
We don’t diagnose tongue ties by looks alone. We diagnose by function.

If that heart shape is paired with feeding challenges, it’s worth a closer look.

Other signs that may show up alongside it:

• Difficulty latching or staying latched
• Clicking sounds while feeding
• Leaking milk from the sides of the mouth
• Gumming or chewing at the breast
• Prolonged feeds but still seeming hungry
• Falling asleep quickly at the breast from fatigue
• Slow weight gain
• Maternal ni**le pain, damage, blanching, or lipstick-shaped ni**les after feeds
• Recurrent clogged ducts or mastitis from ineffective milk removal

You might also notice baby has limited tongue lift, can’t stick their tongue past their gums, or the tongue seems to move in a choppy or piston-like motion instead of a smooth wave.

Not every heart-shaped tongue needs a procedure. Some babies compensate beautifully. Some need bodywork or feeding support. Some benefit from a release. It’s nuanced.

If you’re seeing the heart shape and feeding feels harder than it should, trust that instinct. A skilled IBCLC and a provider trained in oral function can assess the whole picture, not just the appearance.

Because feeding shouldn’t hurt.
And you deserve answers, not dismissal. 💕

02/16/2026

Love their pumping spray and supplements for breast health and frequent clogged ducts!

02/15/2026

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02/14/2026

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Not a fan of this bottle either-

02/14/2026

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02/13/2026

Evening of hours of charting and trying to stay alert!🤪Winter break weekend- but always avail by text if needed!

02/13/2026

If anyone interested!

02/13/2026

“Neh/Naaa” vs “Air(Gas) Eairh” cry! Download dunstan baby app as it’s my favorite to educate on cries and what they mean!

02/12/2026

I love copaiba and also use this for milk supply with moms that need more immediate help and evaluation of true need or not-

Inflammation isn’t the enemy.
It’s communication.

During pregnancy and postpartum, the body is working overtime. Building tissue. Shifting hormones. Expanding blood volume. Healing after birth. That’s a lot of change in a short window.

When I reach for Copaiba, it’s not to override symptoms. It’s to support the body’s own calming pathways, especially when mamas are feeling achy hips, uterine tenderness, breast fullness, or that wired-but-exhausted nervous system after a long day or a long night with baby.

✨ Gentle midweek tip:
Dilute Copaiba with a carrier oil and apply along the low back, hips, or bottoms of the feet before rest. Consistency supports regulation. Regulation supports healing.

Pregnancy and postpartum aren’t meant to be endured.
They’re meant to be supported.

Your body knows what to do.
Let’s give it what it needs. 🤍

What season are you in right now? Pregnant, postpartum, trying, or supporting a mama?