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Tara de Meza RM
Breastfeeding & Tongue-tie Practitioner
Bushey
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About Bye Bye Tongue Tie


WHAT IS A TONGUE-TIE? .

A tongue-tie is when a thin membrane of skin (lingual frenulum) attaches the tongue to the floor of the mouth or the lower gum ridge, which may restrict the tongue's movement. It can be attached at the very front tip of the tongue (anterior) the middle of the tongue or or at the back of the tongue (posterior).

TONGUE-TIE and FEEDING.

Babies need to be able to move their tongue's freely to effectively latch to the breast and/or a bottle and to remove adequate amounts of milk whilst feeding. Some babies have a long stretchy tongue-tie, which doesn't restrict their tongue's function and they are able to feed very well. Babies with a restrictive tongue-tie often experience lots of feeding difficulties.

DIFFICULTIES FOR BABY -
Unable to latch or latches with difficulty -- Falls asleep quickly -- Unsatisfied and always hungry -- Inadequate weight gain -- Loosing weight -- Slipping off and/or pulling off breast during feeds -- Leaking and dribbling -- Clicking sound during feeds -- Coughing and choking during feeds -- Colic and wind -- Reflux and/or vomiting

DIFFICULTIES FOR MUM -
Painful latch -- Sore cracked and/or bleeding nipples -- Engorgement and/or Mastitis -- Misshapen nipples after feeds -- Having to use nipple shields -- Prolonged feeds -- Continuously feeding -- Exhaustion -- Diminished milk supply -- Having to pump/express to maintain supply.

ABOUT ME and MY SERVICE.

My name is Tara de Meza, I've been qualified as a Midwife for 9 years and currently work on a busy Labour Ward in the NHS. I also provide a private bespoke 'Tongue-Tie Service' in the comfort of families own homes. Each appointment includes a thorough consultation which covers information about the pregnancy and birth and infant feeding in the lead up to the appointment. An oral assessment which includes looking at the babies tongue function and a tongue-tie assessment. If a tongue-tie is diagnosed causing restriction in tongue function and feeding difficulties, the tongue-tie division procedure will be discussed in depth and will take place during that appointment. Skilled breastfeeding support is provided immediately after any tongue-tie procedure for those that are struggling with latch and attachment techniques. Each appointment usually lasts around 1.5 hours. I cover NW London, Bushey, Watford, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead and parts of Middlesex and Hertfordshire depending on travelling distance.

I successfully breastfed my daughter and following on from my own positive experience, I became passionate about wanting to support other women during birth and beyond. I trained as a peer supporter with the 'Breastfeeding Network' to enable me to support breastfeeding mothers in the community. I gained valuable knowledge and skills during my training and completed the course in 2010.

I graduated with a degree in Midwifery from the Univerisy of Hertfordshire in 2013. My degree course is accredited by UNICEF UK and the World Health Organization with the 'Baby Friendly Initiative', which ensures best practice in the teaching and support of infant feeding.

As a student midwife, I visited many mums in their homes during the postnatal period. Many of those mums struggled to feed their babies, due to tongue-tie. The referral process within the NHS was, and often still is lengthy, as only a few hospitals provide a tongue-tie service. Some mothers had a private pracitioner come to their home: Visiting those mothers again a few days after they'd had the tongue-tie division carried out was so inspiring. In most cases, the division made an instant improvement in breastfeeding. I was amazed at how something so simple could be the difference between a mother continuing to breastfeed or to give up.

In March 2016 I completed my training in tongue-tie assessment and division with Jayne Threlfall RM, IBCLC in Southampton. I started working as a tongue-tie specialist in one of London's busiest NHS tongue-tie clinics in December 2016. After gaining valuable experience, I took over running the clinic in 2017. Following that, I became involved in helping set up a new tongue-tie service within another busy NHS hospital in the Home Counties. I am registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, The Association of Tongue-tie Practitioners (ATP), the Care Quality Commission, the Information Commissioner’s Office and am fully insured with Hiscox Insurance Company Ltd.
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Abbie Hildebrand
Mill Hill
After discovering my daughter’s tongue tie I immediately messaged Tara as she had done a great job with my second child and luckily she had a slot for that day! She was super punctual, kind and very informative and an all round lovely person who is very experienced in her job! Would recommend!
Komal Hirani-Shivj...
Northolt
Tara was very prompt in responding to my questions and arranging an appointment for my daughter. She performed the procedure very sensitively. She then stayed to assess a breast feed and supported me with that too. Since the procedure the feeding gradually improved over 2 weeks and my pain reduced significantly. I highly recommend Tara’s service.
Saila Karim
Hemel Hempstead
We recently had a home visit from Tara to have our baby's tongue tie re-snipped following advice from our osteopath, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the results. The entire process was smooth, professional, and carried out with such care and compassion. Before the snip, our baby had a reattached tongue tie that was starting to affect feeding and general movement. Since the procedure, the difference has been incredible - tummy time is now a breeze, and our little one can roll with ease! It’s amazing how quickly the benefits showed up. Having the option for a home visit made the whole experience so much more relaxed and comfortable for both baby and us as parents. We felt supported and well-informed every step of the way. Thank you for making such a positive difference in our baby's development. We only wish we had done it sooner!
Sophie Barnett
Abbots Langley
Me again, even though I had already been through the procedure with my first daughter. She examined my baby and I decided to go through with it, despite being alone and very nervous. Tara was reassuring and I felt at ease throughout. The procedure (like the first time) took a matter of seconds and there were no complications. Tara was supportive as I fed my baby after (and when I felt uneasy myself). I messaged Tara for advice the same evening and she supported me with help and guidance. I’ve recommended Tara to a number of my friends, and there isn’t anyone else that I’d ever go to. A few weeks later and my baby is exclusively breastfed and feeds effectively as well as taking a bottle with expressed milk, I was told to supplement her with formula for the first few weeks and really all it took was for me to trust my mum instinct and fix her tongue for her to feed with ease. I’m so grateful to Tara for allowing me to continue my breastfeeding journey, it hasn’t been easy and it’s not perfect but it’s a massive step in the right direction for myself and my baby.Moreexpand_more
Danielle Lawson
Borehamwood
We contacted Tara and had response and visit on the same day. Tara was great from start to finish. She was knowledgeable, gentle, and reassuring throughout the whole process. She clearly explained everything, answered all our questions, and made us feel confident and cared for. Our baby is feeding so much better now - we’re very grateful for her expertise and support.
Liz Dobson
St. Albans
Tara came out to us on the same day I reached out to her. My son was struggling to feed and put on enough weight due to a tongue tie. She was knowledgable, efficient and reassuring. The procedure took a few seconds and the aftercare information was very useful. I would not hesitate to recommend Tara.
Reema R
Northwood
I contacted Tara who came out very quickly to assess my daughter. Tara came recommended to me by my midwife and was professional and knowledgeable. I can’t comment on value because I didn’t research anyone else, I rather go with the best recommendation to me which was Tara. She explained the procedure in great detail which was quick and was on call for aftercare. As a result my daughter is much happier now and feeding as she ought to be. I am also feeling no nipple pain now. I would highly recommend Tara.
Sheetal Mehta
Edgware
Tara came highly recommended from a member in breastfeeding support as well as a friend so I know we were in safe hands. She was very efficient calling us back and booking us in. Tara explained everything clearly beforehand and for the follow up care and was happy to respond to any questions I had on whatsapp. She also followed up a few weeks later. I felt very comfortable with her service and knowledge and would highly recommend her to all. Thanks Tara for being so helpful :).
Joanna Gould
Harpenden
I got in touch with Tara after a midwife told me that my son looked like he had tongue tie. Tara came to see me the following week (when baby was two weeks old) and confirmed that there was a tongue tie. She explained everything clearly and I felt confident to go ahead with the at-home procedure. 15 minutes later my son was feeding and settled. I would happily recommend Tara to anyone looking for a tongue tie assessment.
Annie Gray
St. Albans
We can't recommend Tara highly enough. Our daughter had a pretty prominent tongue tie that was causing huge problems feeding and the wait list for the NHS was 8 weeks. Tara was able to visit in 48 hours and performed a thorough investigation before the procedure which was over in seconds and the results were immediate. The follow up care was also exceptional. Without Tara we would have had to switch to formula and now we have a happy healthy chubby baby girl . Tara is professional, considerate, takes time to explain everything in ways that are easy to understand and genuinely cares about the wellbeing of the children. I am so glad we were recommended to Tara and I have gone on to recommend her to every mother I meet.
Katrina Fleming
St. Albans
I reached out to Tara after the finding out my son was tongue tie. She responded very quickly and came out to see us the following week. Tara was extremely professional and explained everything very clearly. It was a quick procedure and resolved the issues I had with feeding. After the procedure Tara stayed to make sure my son was settled and feeding well. I would highly recommend Tara after the experience I had.
Sabrina Naqvi-Hort...
Hemel Hempstead
Tara provided exactly what we needed in those tenuous early newborn days - she saw us the day after I made contact, provided us with lots of helpful information, took the time to ask ample questions, and ultimately made us feel confident in the tongue tie division before we decided to proceed. She was the right balance of professional and friendly and clearly an expert in her field. She even took the time to follow up with me several times in the weeks that followed to check in. All in all an exceptional service, don't hesitate to reach out if you need support with tongue tie for your baby.
P Purchase
St. Albans
Thank you Tara for your expertise, professionalism and a brilliant service that you provided. It was good to talk through everything first, which put us at ease, and the after care was very good too. Absolutely highly recommend. With thanks.
Anca Gavrilut
Borehamwood
I had heard about Tara from my friend and I contact her, she answered me so quick and I had a chance to have a visit from her quick as well. I made to my one month daughter the procedure ‘tongue tie division ‘ and we are happy with the results and with Tara she was kind and understandable! Thank you so much.
Claire Duerden
St. Albans
Tara was so professional, kind and knowledgeable. Her response was so speedy and baby boy has been feeding so much better.
Maisie S
St. Albans
I reached out to Tara after the midwives suggested my little on had a tongue tie, she responded quickly and came out to see us within a few days. The procedure was quick and effective to resolve the issues we were having with breastfeeding. Tara also helped me to find a comfortable position and a good latch. Since the appointment my baby is feeding well and gaining weight nicely, we are very glad we went ahead and grateful to Tara for her help!
Joanne A
St. Albans
Tara was able to come at very short notice to assess and treat our son's posterior tongue tie. She was very professional and explained everything really clearly. The procedure was quick and has made such a positive difference.
Chloe Holliman-Mar...
Watford
Our experience with Tara was amazing and we would strongly recommend her. She responded to our message promptly and put us at ease instantly at the appointment with her professionalism and knowledge.
Nisha Karavadra
Ruislip
We had a great experience with Tara. We were a little out of her usual way but offered to pay a supplement as we really wanted someone professional, well reviewed and someone that would be able to come quickly to sort our daughters tounge tie. She had the best reviews and I can see why. She came out very quickly, was extremely knowledgeable and the procedure was quick. Baby started feeding immediately and within a few weeks was feeding completely normal - it was a life saver and we also didn’t realise how much tongue tie would affect her jaw line/face shape so very grateful Tara came when she did. Highly recommended!
Ellen Stirling
Rickmansworth
Tara completed a tongue tie division for our first child and when we suspected our second child required the procedure we immediately contacted Tara. As always Tara was professional, informative, caring and thorough. Since the procedure our son has started gaining weight and breastfeeding has improved. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Tara to anyone concerned their baby might have a tongue tie.

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