Tongue Ties & How Pediatric Chiropractic Can Be A Great Support

Tongue ties are becoming a more common conversation among parents, lactation consultants, and pediatric providers and for good reason. When a baby has a restricted tongue or lip tie, it can impact far more than feeding. We often see ripple effects in digestion, sleep, breathing, and overall comfort.

A tongue tie occurs when the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth is too tight or restrictive. This limits proper tongue movement, which plays a critical role in nursing, swallowing, airway development, and even nervous system regulation. While release procedures can be incredibly helpful for many families, they are often just one piece of the puzzle.

This is where pediatric chiropractic care can be a powerful complementary support.

During pregnancy and birth, a baby’s body experiences immense forces, even during smooth deliveries. These stresses can create tension patterns throughout the spine, jaw, neck, and cranial structures. If a baby is already working against restriction in the mouth, added tension in the nervous system can make feeding and soothing even more challenging.

Pediatric chiropractic care focuses on gentle, age‑appropriate adjustments that help reduce nervous system stress and improve communication between the brain and body. By addressing tension in the neck, jaw, and upper spine, chiropractic care can support better latch mechanics, improved range of motion, and overall comfort before and after a tongue tie release.

Parents often notice changes such as easier feeding sessions, less fussiness, improved sleep, and more relaxed body posture. Most importantly, chiropractic care helps support the baby’s nervous system as it learns new movement patterns following a release.

We believe babies thrive when their care team works together. Pediatric chiropractic doesn’t replace other interventions — it supports them, helping your baby adapt, regulate, and grow with less stress on their developing system!