Kristi,

Think about the anatomy used in sucking, or any part of the eating process.
It's the exact same anatomy used for speaking. That is why speech
pathologists are experts in not only speech and language but also in
feeding and swallowing. Both are in the scope of practice of speech
pathologists.

If you don't want to go to grad school for a speech path degree then
reading "Supporting Sucking Skills" is a good place to start. ;-)

Laura Wasielewski MS, CCC-SLP, IBCLC


Date:    Wed, 5 Nov 2014 09:16:06 -0700
From:    KRISTI R CONROY <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Causes of poor suction/seal in baby?

I've been re-reading Supporting Sucking Skills because I have a few babies
in my practice that are not sucking well.  They are solely relying on mom's
letdown.  We have a few feeding specialists in town (Denver/Boulder) but
parents tell me they have a large wait list.  (One of them is 8 months out!)

Why do Speech Language Pathologists have the education for this and how do
we get the information?  I've been searching and have found a few webinars,
but they seem to cover everything I am seeing and then end with "find a
speech path."  I want to know what I can do in my practice to help moms
immediately.  I use the cheek and jaw support, but my understanding of long
term support is lacking and I'd love more info.

Any suggestions?
Kristi
Kristi R. Conroy, BA, IBCLC, RLC
LATCH Lactation Support
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

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