The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention22 Touko

267 Luba Patlakh: Snip or Skip? Navigating the Tongue Tie Controversy

Hey Friends~

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s mouth breathing, poor sleep, unclear speech, or constant frustration could mean something deeper… this episode is for you. Today, I’m talking with Luba Patlakh about tongue ties, therapy, when parents should seek help, and what real support looks like—whether surgery is involved or not. We also talk about practical communication strategies and how families can advocate for the care their children truly need. This conversation is eye-opening, hopeful, and full of practical next steps for parents.

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Dinalynn

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ABOUT THE GUEST: Luba Patlakh is a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of Kidology, a thriving pediatric practice that helps children through speech, occupational, physical, and ABA therapy. With over 15 years of experience, she’s known for empowering families to help their kids reach meaningful milestones. As a mom of three, Luba understands both the challenges and joys of parenting, and her innovative, compassionate approach has earned her national recognition and awards.

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