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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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Reema Thanki
Ruislip
Thank you Tara for being very professional and informative throughout our appointment. Understanding every step helped us to feel more comfortable during the procedure. Our son is now thriving and drinking a lot more Milk. Thank you!
James Fairhurst
St. Albans
Tara was very responsive in arranging a visit to our house. Her manner and knowledge was second to none. We were both very impressed and appreciative. Thank you, Tara.
Sarah Mathews
Cricklewood
Tara was recommended by a doula and IBCLC. Feeding has become so painful only 3 days in and the thought of another night breastfeeding felt unimaginable, luckily Tara was available to visit us the next morning which was a huge comfort. Her confidence and knowledge put us further at ease. The procedure was quick and Tara helped ensure feeding was more comfortable straight away, offering advice on adjustments and follow up exercises to help. Would recommend her services as now having pain free feeds and also put anyone at ease who may have concerns about the procedure.
Alley F
Watford
Tara was recommended to me, and I can see why. When I called Tara she was polite, helpful and informative. We booked an appointment with her and she was punctual and organised. She explained everything to us clearly and answered our questions. She also listened attentively to the issues we’d been having and offered reassurance. Tara assessed our baby thoroughly and determined that a division would be beneficial. We went ahead and she did this efficiently and sympathetically. It’s now been 2 weeks since the appointment and Tara called to check in on how we were doing. Our baby’s feeding issues have gradually reduced since the division. She is now feeding almost perfectly and her weight gain is back to normal. We’re sow relieved and grateful to Tara for her help.Moreexpand_more
Danielle Carnegie
St. Albans
Tara was super informative, professional and put us completely at ease as first time parents. She responded to our request straight away and came over within a couple of days to complete the procedure at our home. Thoroughly recommend her (in fact, we already have to a few parents from our NCT group ).
Kavi Sivyer
St. Albans
Tara was absolutely incredible. From the moment she arrived, she was on another level both professionally and personally. As first-time parents, we were naturally quite nervous about the procedure, but within minutes of doing her assessment, Tara gave us complete confidence and reassurance. She calmly explained everything she was seeing, made it clear that it was all very treatable, and it was immediately obvious that she has done this hundreds, if not thousands, of times before. Being with someone who had that level of skill, confidence, and calm presence made such a difference to us. The procedure itself was very swift not rushed at all, but carried out in a calm, measured, and reassuring way. Most importantly, our baby now has full mobility of her tongue, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. We genuinely cannot recommend Tara enough. We’re so grateful we found her, and we would highly recommend her to any parents considering this procedure. .Moreexpand_more
Jody King-Brothers
Pinner
We contacted Tara because we were told my granddaughter may have a tongue tie,. We felt a lot more relaxed the minute we met Tara. We were very worried about the procedure. She explained to us what exactly having tounge tie meant, Tara confirmed after an assessment that my granddaughter did have tounge tie, Tara talked us through the procedure which really helped calm our nerves, The procedure was carried out very quickly. Baby settled very quickly and fed immediately after. I highly recommend Tara ! Thank you for looking after Delilah And fixing her tounge tie.
Samiyah L
Watford
We are incredibly grateful to Tara for fitting us in at such short notice. She was professional, kind, and reassuring throughout the visit. The tongue tie division has made a real difference and feeding has improved since. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to other parents. Thank you so much, Tara.
Shalina Patel
Pinner
We had an amazing experience with Tara - she arrived the same day and was brilliant with my newborn. She also gave loads of extra advice - would highly recommend.
Neha Zala
Borehamwood
We contacted Tara for our second baby, having already used her services with the first. She was able to offer an appointment within relatively short timeframes, and during her home visit, was friendly and professional. She confirmed our second also had a tongue tie, and performed the procedure efficiently. Tara is clearly knowledgeable and experienced in her field, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.
Tom and Simona
St. Albans
We had a lovely constructive experience with Tara who was available at very short notice. She listened to our concerns and ensured that we were well informed before performing the procedure. We enjoyed very quickly an improvement in our daughter’s feeding experience and a follow up call from Tara after.
Zara A
Borehamwood
Had my son’s tongue tie assessed and cut by Tara and very impressed with Tara’s knowledge and service! Very professional and would highly recommend.
Jessica M.
Northwood
We contacted Tara because we were concerned our son might have a tongue tie, and we’re so glad we did. From the moment we met her, she was incredibly professional. She listened carefully, carried out a detailed assessment, and explained everything in a way that immediately put us at ease. She confirmed that our little boy did have a tongue tie and talked us through the procedure which really helped calm our nerves. When it came to the release itself, Tara was great, she was quick and gentle. Afterwards, she even checked in with us by phone to make sure feeding was improving, which we really appreciated.
Alexandra Grieveso...
Northwood
Tara was the consummate professional. She offered us a home appointment at fairly short notice and completed the procedure efficiently leaving us with follow up care and even provided some additional winding advice as an added bonus. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tara.
Trish Oputa
Harrow
Tara was extremely helpful from our initial conversation, and throughout the assessment and procedure. She helped us identify our son's anterior tongue tie, and the issues we were having with feeding. She was really thorough with her advice, and professional with the division, which went smoothly with minimal discomfort to my son. He latched on and fed much better immediately after the procedure, which was a very positive sign!
K Scrivener
St. Albans
Tara came to our house as we were told our 1 month old had posterior tongue tie. She was professional, friendly and efficient. I trusted her evaluation and she was good at explaining the various benefits and risks. The procedure was so quick and she made it easy in our house and he was feeding and unbothered within about a minute.
Nikolett Horvath
Edgware
Tara got recommended to us 3 years ago with our first son’s tongue tie and she did an excellent job. So when we found out that our second born had a tongue tie as well we reached out to her immediately. She saw us in a few days and after the procedure Connor’s feeding has improved almost immediately. She is very knowledgeable, and professional, clearly explains the process and answers to all your questions. Her supportive and calm personality helps you to feel at ease. We would definitely recommend her as she did an excellent job with both of our sons.
Tanvi Patel
Harrow
Tara was very professional and informative, she assessed by son who was 9 weeks and had posterior tongue tie. His feeds have been fine but given he was my second I knew there was something just not quite right. She carried out the procedure very quickly and he settled down very soon afterwards. I already feel his feeds seems to be much calmer and less coughing/spluttering. Thank you Tara.
Sam Blumenblatt
Borehamwood
Tara has been so helpful and so reassuring straight after the births of both of our children. Both had obvious tongue tie and Tara was available, in control and performed procedures both times with absolutely minimal disruption to our boys. Both fed great with bottles immediately after. I would only ever use Tara. .
Anne Flaherty-Gupt...
Colindale
Tara replied to our email quickly and came on short notice to our house to assess our baby and then to fix the tongue tie. She was knowledgeable and kind, ensured that we fully understood the procedure, and assisted us with breastfeeding immediately afterwards. She has been available via WhatsApp after the procedure for questions and some support. Would highly recommend, as we are already seeing improvements in our baby.

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