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Tongue Tie Services:

What is a Tongue-Tie or Restricted Lingual Frenulum (RLF)?

Tongue-tie, also known as ankyloglossia is a condition in which a person’s tongue remains attached to the floor of their mouth. This occurs when the lingual frenulum (a thin strip of tissue connecting your tongue and the floor of your mouth) is shorter than usual. A short frenulum can restrict your tongue’s movement.

Ankyloglossia is most common in newborns and young children. It is commonly associated with breastfeeding  difficulties and it is also believed to have some impact on speech and/or oral hygiene problems. The true impact of tongue-tie on speech isn't clearly understood. The child's tongue needs contact with the roof of their mouth when pronouncing the lingual sounds “t”, “d”, “z”, “s,” “th,” “n,” and “l.” When their tongue is severely restricted and can't reach the roof of their mouth, the child can have problems with articulation (pronunciation).

Tongue-tie is a congenital condition, which means people are born with it.

What’s the difference between anterior tongue-tie and posterior tongue-tie?

An anterior tongue-tie is in the front of the mouth near the tip of the tongue, just behind the gums. It often looks like a thin web.

A posterior tongue-tie (also known as submucosal) is further back where the floor of the mouth meets the tongue, making it more difficult to see. This type of tie  tends to present slightly later than anterior ties.

Anterior tongue-ties are more common than posterior tongue-ties.

Who does tongue-tie affect and how common is it?

Anyone can develop tongue-tie. In some cases, ankyloglossia is hereditary (meaning it runs in families). Tongue-tie mostly affects newborns and young children. But it’s possible for older children and adults to have the condition if it has gone undiagnosed or untreated when they were babies.

Ankyloglossia occurs in up to 10% of newborns (depending on the study and definition of tongue-tie).

Does tongue-tie resolve itself without treatment?

In some instances, children learn to adjust to tongue-tie as they grow older. But if ankyloglossia is causing problems, it’s best to treat it early, as some symptoms worsen with age.

What are the symptoms of tongue-tie?

Symptoms of tongue-tie range from insignificant to significant meaning it either affects feeding or it doesn’t . Your child's tongue may appear to be heart-shaped or may have a notch in it. It may also appear to be spade like and sit flat in the bottom of the mouth.

Newborn tongue-tie may result in:

  • Difficulty latching when breastfeeding.
  • Breastfeeding for extended periods of time.
  • Falling asleep on the breast after only a few sucks/minutes
  • Constant hunger.
  • Trouble gaining weight.
  • A clicking sound during feeding.
  • If the baby is feeding from a bottle they may be dribbling and losing lots of the milk from the corners of their mouth.

If  breastfeeding, in order to create an adequate seal, the baby must extend their tongue over their jaw line. If the baby has tongue-tie, this isn't possible. They often attempt to use their gums to keep the nipple in their mouth during breastfeeding. This can be painful.

A woman may also have other symptoms related to the baby’s tongue-tie, including:

  • Cracked, sore nipples.
  • Pain during feeding.
  • Insufficient milk supply due to poor milk transfer.

How can I make an appointment?

At Private Midwives we have a range of specialist practitioners who can provide this service at home or in a clinic setting depending on their own practice preferences. Typically, this service can be arranged at very short notice due to having practitioners all over the UK and ROI.

All you need to do is either call us on 0800 380 0579.

Or email us at info@privatemidwives.com and you will be put in touch with a practitioner in your area.

Initially you will be sent some information via email which you can read prior to the appointment.

Parent & Procedure Information

How is tongue-tie assessed and treated?

Assessment: During the appointment the practitioner will take a history and then they will look inside the baby’s mouth and physically assess the mobility and function of the tongue. They will be looking at the extension, lateralisation, and elevation of the tongue specifically. Once assessed most of our practitioners will offer division there and then as part of the same single appointment. These appointments typically take between 1 and two hours.

Treatment: The Private Midwives’ specialist practitioner will perform a small surgical procedure where they cut the lingual frenulum with a pair of scissors specifically designed for this purpose. This is called a frenotomy (also known as frenulotomy, or tongue-tie division). This service can be performed in either a clinic setting or in your own home.

Tongue-tie surgery causes minimal discomfort for infants and is done without the need for anaesthesia. Some parents may choose to give paracetamol prior to the procedure if the baby is old enough for over-the-counter medication.

As with any surgical procedure, a tongue-tie procedure carries risks of complications, including:

  • Bleeding. (1in 3-5000)
  • Infection. (1in 10,000)
  • Injury to the saliva ducts in your mouth. (Very rare)

What about aftercare?

After the procedure is performed our practitioner will demonstrate and talk through some exercises that will help to optimise the chances of a successful division which hopefully leads to a better feeding journey. They will also assist with feeding positions and latch. You will then have access to the practitioner for at least a week after the division via WhatsApp .

You can find information on post division care Here- Aftercare following Tongue-Tie

We at Private midwives also offer ongoing breastfeeding support and postnatal packages of care,.

How much does it cost?

Our Tongue Tie service is split in to 2 parts:

  1. Assessment
  2. Division if needed

Assessment costs:

The assessment appointment costs £150 (€150 in Ireland) and is payable in advance.

  • Review of anatomy of the baby's mouth
  • Full physical assessment of baby's  tongue function and mobility
  • Review of feeding patterns, problems, weight, centile issues
  • Attachment and positioning assessment to include feeding support

Division costs:

After the assessment, the practitioner will advise you on the best treatment. This may include division of the tongue tie. This is a small surgical procedure. Often, this can be done at the same appointment. Occasionally, a separate appointment is needed. There is an additional cost of £100-£200 (€150 in Ireland). The cost can vary depending on the type of procedure needed, the location of the appointment and the after care required. This is payable on the day.

  • Division of the tongue tie
  • Advice on aftercare, tongue exercises
  • Development of a feeding plan if needed
  • A copy of the clinical information for you to take away

Availability & Location

We can usually cover most areas. We have minimal coverage ion Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. If we do not have a practitioner in your area, we may still be able to offer you a home visit with a practitioner travelling to you but the cost may be higher. We will explore this for you at your request.

Your appointment may be in a clinical setting or we may be able to offer a home visit. This will vary depending on what the practitioners in your area offer. Appointments are normally within a week.

Please note, we do not divide:

  • lip ties
  • babies over 12 months of age
  • babies who have a bleeding disorder or there is a family history of bleeding disorder
  • babies with a known heart condition
  • babies having on-going medical treatment

In accepting the appointment, you confirm that none of the above applies to you. If you attend the appointment and one of these criteria is present, your appointment cannot go ahead and you will not be refunded.

If your baby did not have vitamin K around the time of birth, please tell us at booking.

We also have a lot of information in our resource library on tongue tie and breast feeding. We hope you find it helpful.

Book a Tongue-Tie Practitioner:

If you would like to book a tongue-tie practitioner then please fill in the form below:

We will then check availability and if we are able to help you, we will call you to offer an appointment and take payment for the assessment

The practitioner will call you to confirm the appointment time and location

Please be aware, if you cancel a booked appointment with less than 24hrs notice, you will not be refunded.

Meet Our Tongue-Tie Practitioners:

  • Private Midwife Angie Williamson

    Angie Williamson

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Anna Branch

    Anna Branch

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Anna Wilson

    Anna Wilson

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Anouk Lloyd

    Anouk Lloyd

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Carla Mastroianni

    Carla Mastroianni

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Charlotte Lowden

    Charlotte Lowden

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Cheryl Robinson

    Cheryl Robinson

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

  • Private Midwife Danielle Grange

    Dani Grange

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Yorkshire

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    Deidre O’Leary

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Ireland

  • Private Midwife Eleanor May Johnson

    Eleanor May Johnson

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

  • Private Midwife Emily Clark

    Emily Clark

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

  • Private Midwife Flo Crawley

    Flo Crawley

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Georgie Halmshaw

    Georgie Halmshaw

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Hayley Parkhill

    Hayley Parkhill

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands/Yorkshire

  • Private Midwife Heather Berry

    Heather Berry

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Jayne Cozens

    Jayne Cozens

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Jean Walker

    Jean Walker

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Midwife Jill Hutchings

    Jill Hutchings

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

  • Private Midwife Leonie

    Leonie Bryan

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

  • Private Midwife Liz Halliday

    Liz Halliday

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Ireland

  • Private Midwife Marguerite Williams

    Marguerite Williams

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

  • Private Midwife Polly Powell

    Polly Powell

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South

  • Private Midwife Rebecca Flood

    Rebecca Flood

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

  • Private Midwife Rochelle Williams

    Rochelle Williams

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

  • Private Midwife Ruth Taylor

    Ruth Taylor-Anderson

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

  • Private Midwife Sharon Gamon

    Sharon Gamon

    Matron - South East & West

  • Private Midwife Suzanne Hiscocks

    Suzanne Hiscocks

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

  • Private Midwife Victoria Leith

    Victoria Leith

    Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Private Midwife Angie Williamson

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Angie Williamson

NMC: 16A0069E

Hello, my name is Angie. I am a Private Midwife, specialist pregnancy & post-natal massage therapist and tongue tie practitioner. I am the Managing Director of my own company, Maternology Ltd.

I took the plunge to become a private midwife in 2021 and prior to this I had worked within the NHS for most of my adult life. Making the decision to become an independent & private midwife was not an easy decision for me to make. However, I had concluded that trying to provide care within the NHS, in a way that was individualised and that I felt allowed my families the time to feel well supported, was becoming increasingly difficult.

I can safely say, that since becoming a private midwife in 2021, I have not looked back!

As a private midwife, I have had the pleasure of caring for many women and babies throughout their pregnancies and postnatal period and I have been fortunate enough to look after some of my original clients, during their subsequent pregnancies.

I am a Mum myself and have three adult children and now, two grandchildren. I enjoy travelling, weekend trips in our VW camper and long walks with my husband and our wirehaired Dachshund, Lulu.

All midwifery and tongue tie appointments are carried out in the comfort of your own home. Appointments are never rushed. I feel that having the space to discuss any worries or concerns that you may have, can have such a positive impact on your pregnancy, birth and that precious time with your baby.

Please check out my website for further information and feel free to call or email me, to have a chat or book an appointment.

The areas I cover are Redditch, the West Midlands, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas.

Private Midwife Anna Branch

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Anna Branch

NMC: 14L1564e

I have been a midwife now for 8 years, with varied experience across maternity services however, I have always been passionate about providing evidence based infant feeding support. This then led me to train as a Tongue Tie practitioner further supporting women and families feeding journey.

In my own time I enjoy watching my family thrive (2 teenagers) and a 24 year old through their life experiences. Keeping active with weekly walks with my husband with a bit of shopping along the way 🙂

Private Midwife Anna Wilson

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Anna Wilson

NMC: 05F1937E

Hey!
I’m Anna. A wife, mummy to 2 daughters, a nurse, midwife, IBCLC and tongue tie practitioner all in one! I am born and bred in Gloucestershire but willing to travel to other counties.

I am a school parent governor, enjoy spending time with my godson and going on a spa day when I get some free time.

I consider myself to be a calm, approachable and passionate person who enjoys multidisciplinary working and supporting families.

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Anouk Lloyd

NMC: 00J2370E

I have been a Midwife for over 20 years,
A Tongue Tie Practitioner since 2014 and Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) since 2017. I work in an NHS capacity as a Specialist Infant Feeding/Lead Midwife & Tongue Tie practitioner/trainer.

I am delighted to join Private Midwives to provide frenulotomy (tongue tie) assessment and division, comprehensive breastfeeding/lactation support plus antenatal/postnatal care.

I have a special interest in antenatal and postnatal care, antenatal education, breastfeeding, tongue tie and the fourth trimester. Supporting new mothers and families continues to be both my passion and privilege.

I live in Brighton with my husband, teenagers and mini daschund. In my spare time I’m up at my allotment or practicing paining.

Private Midwife Carla Mastroianni

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Carla Mastroianni

NMC: 08L0044C

I’m Carla, a registered Midwife, Neonatal Nurse, IBCLC, also known as a Lactation Consultant, and a Tongue Tie Practitioner based in Brighton & Hove, I cover a large radius of East and West Sussex, and where possible I also travel further afield.

I’ve been practicing since 2008 but have specialized in Infant feeding and postnatal care since 2015.

In 2019 I set up a Specialist Infant Feeding service for BSUH Trust while working in the community. I have now left midwifery and currently work as a Neonatal Nurse in Brighton’s Trevor Mann Baby Unit, while practicing privately as a Lactation Consultant.

My biggest passion is supporting families through the transition into parenthood and helping them achieve their breastfeeding/chestfeeding goals.

I have two wonderful daughters, two funny and loving dogs and recently two crested geckos joined our family! In my free time I love spending time with friends, going out for dinner and dancing. I’m looking forward to meeting you and your family.

Private Midwife Charlotte Lowden

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Charlotte Lowden

NMC: 07E2165E

Hi, I am Charlotte and I am based in Essex. I am a Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Tongue Tie Practitioner. I qualified as a Midwife in 2007 and I worked in all areas of Midwifery. Following the birth of my second child in 2015, I have specialised in Infant Feeding. During my time breastfeeding, I was lucky enough to have amazing, consistent, support and advice which helped me overcome challenges and have a positive experience. I believe all women should have access to timely, knowledgeable support and I love working with families to help them meet their goals.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

Cheryl Robinson

NMC: 06H0752E

I am a registered Midwife, Nursery Nurse, Nipe and Tongue Tie practitioner. I started my career path later in life after completing my family and am proud to say I now have four grandchildren who enhance my life immensely. I retired last year after fourteen years in practice but came back part-time as a community midwife. My hobbies include reading , cooking and just enjoying life generally. I believe happiness is one of the philosophies of the soul and the backbone to all we strive to achieve in life. I am now looking to branch out and offer my tongue-tie skills privately to enhance and support families struggling with feeding issues post-delivery. Hope to meet you all very soon.

Private Midwife Danielle Grange

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Yorkshire

Dani Grange

NMC: 15G0022E

Hi, my name is Dani, and I am an experienced Midwife, Tongue Tie Practitioner, and Newborn Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) Practitioner. I am passionate about providing individualised, warm and empathetic care for you and your family as you navigate your feeding journey and new parenthood.

As the Holistic Tongue Tie Midwife, I am currently offering holistic feeding support, tongue tie assessment and tongue tie release for babies aged up to 1 year (or until they have opposing teeth), in the Skipton area in North-West Yorkshire.

I also offer nurturing techniques that are supportive of the physical, mental and emotional elements of transitioning through pregnancy, after birth and on your feeding journey. These include:

Rewind Process – a gentle and non-invasive three-step technique for helping you to reprocess traumatic memories or phobias so that the associated negative emotions no longer impact on you living your life to the fullest.

Closing the Bones Ceremonies – supports physical recovery after birth and creates stillness for deep reflection and processing, and to honour all that your mind, body and soul have been through.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Ireland

Deidre O’Leary

NMBI:

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Private Midwife Eleanor May Johnson

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

Eleanor May Johnson

NMC: 00B1627E

Based in Southampton, Hampshire. I qualified in 2003 and I am currently providing antenatal and postnatal care for women. I am also a tongue tie practitioner, running a regular session in Oxfordshire.

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Private Midwife Emily Clark

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

Emily Clark

NMC: 11C0786E

Hi, I’m a Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner based in the south of England

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Private Midwife Flo Crawley

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Flo Crawley

NMC: 11D0750E

Flo is an experienced midwife, a lactation consultant (IBCLC) and tongue-tie practitioner, based in Norfolk. She is passionate about true midwifery – being ‘with women’ and families through their pregnancy, births, and postnatal journeys. Her special interests have always been in supporting women to feel empowered and in control along their journeys, foster a trusting relationship, to respect informed choices and human rights in childbirth, to protect dignity, and promote physiology.

Flo knows first-hand the power of a meaningful relationship with an experienced midwife to positively affect pregnancy, labour, birth and breastfeeding. With over 10 years’ experience, she is confident and comfortable supporting home births, pool births, and births in hospital settings. With her lactation consultant knowledge, she is also adept in supporting you with breastfeeding.

Flo trained in Brighton, organises nurturing events for midwives, loves sea-swimming, and is a mother of two herself. She has settled with her family in North Norfolk, where she grew up. Being a midwife remains one of Flo’s greatest joys in life.

Private Midwife Georgie Halmshaw

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Georgie Halmshaw

NMC: 14L1559E

Hi, I’m Georgie, I am an NMC registered Midwife and Tongue Tie practitioner with over 8 years experience caring for mums and babies in a variety of maternity settings. I am passionate about Infant feeding and love supporting new parents on their journey into parenthood. I am a lucky mum of two gorgeous girls who keep me busy in my spare time. I have a sessional clinic in North Herefordshire, but some home visits can be arranged on a case by case basis.

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands/Yorkshire

Hayley Parkhill

NMC: 13I7944E

I am a registered midwife & tongue tie practitioner in the East Midlands. I cover the areas of Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, Leicester and Derbyshire and I am willing to travel approximately 1 hour drive.

I trained and qualified as a midwife in London in 2013 and have just recently moved to Nottinghamshire with my husband and 3 children. To say that I am passionate in providing one to one midwifery care is an understatement. I believe in empowering women to make the choices that are right for them. It is a privilege to see such positive outcomes both physically and mentally whilst providing holistic and case loading care to women and their families

I have experience in home births, water births, physiological 3rd stage, mental health and VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean).

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Private Midwife Heather Berry

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Heather Berry

NMC: 75A0201E

I qualified as a midwife 4 decades ago.

I will never disempower the families I support. I am an effective ally and advocate with extensive current experience supporting families through complex care pathways when needed. I have excellent working relationships with local NHS trusts.

I have home birth experience supporting hundreds of families. Babies born in houses, flats and yurts. With the very occasional necessary transfer.

Additional qualifications include NIPE (Newborn Initial Physical Examination) and Oral Assessment Tongue Tie Practitioner.

Fun facts- I trained as a nurse with the Armed forces after working on a gynaecology ward in Switzerland. Midwifery training came after a spell on a maternity ward in Germany. I have worked across the UK, Europe and Far East. I can ride a motorcycle, fly a glider and tow a caravan. Current project is Barry the Bongo campervan.

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Private Midwife Jayne Cozens

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Jayne Cozens

NMC: 80I3873E

I am experienced Midwife, living in South Lincolnshire, with a specialist interest in infant feeding.

I am also a qualified Tongue-tie Practitioner, Lactation Consultant, Craniosacral Therapist, Holistic Therapist including reflexology and aromatherapy. I am also able to perform the NIPE and offer antenatal infant feeding classes if required.

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Private Midwife Jean Walker

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Jean Walker

Hi, I’m Jean, I’m a midwife based in Leicester. As an experienced midwife, both in the NHS and more recently with Private Midwives, I have always been passionate about supporting women through birth and parenthood. With expertise in home birth and Waterbirth I am able to offer families strong personalized support throughout. Focusing on feeding and baby care, I feel strongly that women should be able to breastfeed their baby for as long as they want and supported to do that comfortably. Practicing as a tongue tie practitioner has enabled me to improve that journey for them and optimize their experience.

From the start of my midwifery career I was able to lead innovation, fundraising for a pool and supporting waterbirth training in hospital and community. I was part of the BUMPS a NHS group practice scheme offering continuity of care working across hospital boundaries. I later took on a consultant role providing specialized care for homeless, abused and asylum seeking women negotiating multi agency support for them, particularly a deep understanding of safeguarding processes. It also gave me a knowledge of FGM and the challenges this presents. I worked with a Obstetric consultant and liaised with other specialists to offer a support clinic within the hospital.

Breastfeeding was always a passion and I later became the infant feeding lead achieving baby friendly status and providing training and audit to all the hospital staff. I qualified as a Newborn examiner and became interested in tongue tie and how this would inhibit a babies ability to breastfeed, why women gave up and how breastfeeding could become more predominant. Working with Private midwives has enabled me to support many women and utilize all of these skills but still have time to pursue my hobbies which are dog showing and agility, pottery, swimming, crafts and gardening. I am able to spend time with my grandchildren teaching them life skills like cooking and sewing and creative skills like pottery and sculpture.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

Jill Hutchings

I have been a midwife for over 20 years and feel very proud and blessed to be part of women’s lives. I am Passionate about woman centred care and informed choice. Pregnancy and birth are an extraordinary journey which I have been privileged to share with women and their families.

I am passionate about breastfeeding and providing support postnatally. I am a tongue tie practitioner and NIPE midwife.

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Private Midwife Leonie

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

Leonie Bryan

NMC: 15D3844E

Leonie has worked in Maternity care since 2010 in a variety of roles across a spectrum of different areas of midwifery. She started her career in a busy London hospital postnatal ward, supporting feeding, and now supports women and families outside of the NHS system as a Private Midwife, Lactation Consultant and Tongue Tie practitioner.

Leonie is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, Certified as IBCLC and is a member of the Association of the Tongue Tie Practitioners.

As an IBCLC qualified Lactation Consultant, she has an excellent record for supporting women who choose to breastfeed and understands the importance of advising and supporting a variety of feeding methods and choices. What matters most to Leonie is whatever works best for you and your family.

As a Tongue tie practitioner, Leonie can identify if your baby might have any oral restrictions which could impact your feeding journey, by looking at both the function and the appearance of the tongue and mouth. She will discuss and share information about the short- and long-term potential implications for this and whether it would be beneficial for your baby to divide the frenulum aiming to increase tongue function and mobility. She is able to refer you to other health care practitioners who can offer body work on your baby to release any tension which may be presenting in the soft tissue, and local feeding support groups.

Leonie has a deep respect for women and families and ensures they are fully informed as to the options and choices available to them.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Ireland

Liz Halliday

Hi, I’m Liz and I live in West Dublin. I specialise in home births and I run the social media accounts for Private Midwives. I am passionate about informed choice and have special interests in Tongue Tie, Birth Trauma, Gestational Diabetes and Group B Strep. I am also a qualified Birth Trauma Resolution practitioner.

Private Midwife Marguerite Williams

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

Marguerite Williams

NMC: 11E1039E

My name is Marguerite Williams, and I am a registered and practising midwife, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and Tongue Tie Practitioner.

I am compassionate and committed, with over a decade of experience providing the full range of maternity care in the UK. I’ve previously worked in the NHS primarily in the community offering antenatal care, antenatal education, homebirth care, hospital birth care and postnatal care at home.

I have a keen interest in supporting all things infant feeding as a lactation consultant. I have expertise in assisting women to reach their goals in breastfeeding, including natural term breastfeeding, physiologically led bottle feeding and gentle weaning.

I am fully insured and I operate under the credentials given to me by the International Board of Lactation Consultants, under the guidance of the Association of Tongue Tie Practitioners and am regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council UK.

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South

Polly Powell

NMC: 17G2173E

Hi, I’m Polly and I am passionate about helping families with all feeding issues!

I have worked for many years as a birth centre and labour ward midwife and my specialism is in infant feeding. I am a private antenatal teacher and have trained as a lactation consultant and tongue tie practitioner I am also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I have also breastfed two babies (one with a tongue tie) and know firsthand the challenges that come with it. I think all mothers/fathers/parents are incredible!

I can see you in the comfort of your own home for one-to-one breastfeeding support, tongue tie assessment and division if required. I cover most areas in Surrey, Hampshire, West Sussex and some areas of West/South London.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South West

Rebecca Flood

NMC: 01I6838E

Hi my name is Rebecca, I have been a midwife since 2004 with a chosen specialism in breastfeeding and postnatal care. I am a trained tongue tie practitioner and registered with the Association of Tongue Tie practitioners.
I have four beautiful children that I have breastfed and I know only too well the challenges of breastfeeding, having multiple young children and babies with tongue ties! It is hard work but it is achievable and absolutely worth it, and I am here to help you every step of the way. I am passionate about seeing women and their families achieve a successful breastfeeding journey, learning together and growing a strong family bond. I will provide you with one to one support in your own home. I work in North East Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.

Private Midwife Rochelle Williams

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Rochelle Williams

NMC: 20G0505E

I’ve been a midwife for four years and have always had a special interest in infant feeding. My own personal struggles along with supporting families with babies with tongue ties lead me to training as a tongue tie practitioner. It is something I’m very passionate about.

When I’m not working I enjoy spending time outside with my three young children.

Private Midwife Ruth Taylor

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - South East

Ruth Taylor-Anderson

NMC: 16F0670E

I am based in Suffolk, offering in home postnatal care and lactation services including tongue tie release in Suffolk, Cambridge, Essex and Norfolk.

I am a mother of 4 living in Bury St Edmunds. I have 5 dogs and love walks in the countryside with them.

I have spent my whole career working with Mothers and babies. My move into an NHS role began in 2011 working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with premature and unwell babies. A large part of my role was around breastfeeding and assisting new babies to learn to breastfeed under challenging circumstances.

Following a move to Midwifery I began my 11 year career at The Rosie Hospital at Addenbrookes. For the last 7 years I have been based in postnatal care which I consider my passion and I’m currently involved in management of a busy postnatal ward. My love for offering breastfeeding support continued and I am now an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and more recently expanded this to add Tongue Tie assessment and release in the private sector.

I feel being able to support new families after birth to be a privilege and would love to hear from you if you are requiring Tongue Tie release, feeding support or even just a more personalised service in the early postnatal period.

Matron - South East & West

Sharon Gamon

NMC: 05G2995E

After completing her family, Sharon commenced a Midwifery Degree at The University of Southampton. Graduating in 2005, she embarked on a career in the private sector, offering continuity of care as an Independent Midwife. In 2017 Sharon joined Private Midwives, where she has held the roles of Line Manager and Practice Development Co-Ordinator and is currently a Matron.

Sharon is an experienced Tongue Tie Practitioner and has facilitated in house training, passing her knowledge and skills on to new practitioners. She is also a NIPE practitioner and is currently undertaking further education in Mental Health Awareness.

Sharon’s passion for women-centred care has never wavered. She is proud to continue offering gold standard care as a valued member of the Private Midwives family.

Practice development midwife for South East and South West of England.

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Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - London

Suzanne Hiscocks

NMC: 09I1044E

Hello, I’m Suzanne and I’m a midwife, lactation consultant (IBCLC) and tongue tie practitioner. I qualified as a midwife in 2009 and worked in central London hospitals for the first part of my career but after having difficulties feeding my first child, who had a tongue tie, it ignited my passion for infant feeding and my career has been focused in this area ever since.

I am based in Rickmansworth but I offer tongue tie assessment and division in the comfort of your own home and I am happy to travel for home visits in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and parts of North West London.

Midwife & Tongue Tie Practitioner - Midlands

Victoria Leith

NMC: 11F1500E

Victoria is a Midwife, IBCLC, and Tongue tie practitioner living with her husband and two dogs in Cambridgeshire. She has a special interest in Psychology and loves going on dog walking adventures and discovering new coffee shops and cake.

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We have been awarded the Winner of the Best Midwifery Service 2024 at the M&A Today Globabl Awards

We're also delighted to have been announced as the winner in the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion category at the Gamechangers Progress Champion Awards 2023 for both the UK and Ireland.

Thanks to all our midwives, office staff, our clients, our voters and nominators. We couldn't do any of this without you.

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