Understanding Tongue Ties: Causes, Theories, and Solutions In this episode of the Pangaea Health Podcast, Dr. Ashley and her husband dive into the rising concern of tongue ties in newborns. They discuss six working theories on why tongue tie prevalence is increasing, including increased awareness, epigenetics, changes in birth practices, nutritional deficiencies, evolutionary changes, and exposure to environmental toxins.

Drawing from both personal and clinical experiences, they offer insights on managing tongue ties without immediate surgical intervention, sharing best practices and alternative treatment methods.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:56 Personal Experiences with Tongue Tie

02:00 Prevalence and Types of Tongue Tie

03:03 Theory 1: Increased Awareness and Better Screening

06:13 Theory 2: Epigenetics and Environmental Factors

10:05 Theory 3: Changes in Birth Practices

14:29 Theory 4: Nutritional Deficiencies

16:56 Theory 5: Evolutionary Narrowing of Airway

18:16 Theory 6: Increased Chemical Exposure and Endocrine Disruptors

19:59 Conclusion and Advice for Parents

25:19 Final Thoughts