GOLD Tongue-Tie 2026 Public Keynote Presentation

Welcome to GOLD Tongue-Tie Online Symposium 2026! We are excited to be offering our LIVE Keynote Presentation, "Supporting Informed Decision Making for Tongue-Tie in a Trauma Sensitive Manner" by Johanna Sargeant, BA, BEd, IBCLC. Our Keynote Presentation kicks off our annual event and is great opportunity for those that are not familiar with the online symposium format to join in the excitement. Get a taste of the GOLD Experience and if you want more, join us for the other 10 presentations we have in store. Only registered symposium participants will be able to claim continuing education hours and can do so by logging into the Attendees Dashboard prior to watching the presentation. Click here to register for GOLD Tongue-Tie 2026, it only takes a few minutes!

This complimentary viewing of the recording of this presentation will be open to the public until October 15th. Registered Participants will have until December 31, 2026 to view it via the Attendees Dashboard, and GOLD Annual Members have until January 22, 2027. A Certificate of Attendance will be available below for attendees of the this Keynote presentation shortly after the second live session.

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Johanna Sargeant, BA, BEd, IBCLC Presentation: Supporting Informed Decision Making for Tongue-Tie in a Trauma Sensitive Manner

Abstract: This presentation addresses the critical intersection of trauma awareness and clinical practice in the specific context of frenotomy discussions for new parents. Recognizing the implications of the high prevalence of trauma within our clientele group, we will explore how we can practically adjust consultations to deal with this reality, using three compelling case studies to illustrate best practices. The session aims to establish a framework for trauma-informed tongue-tie consultations, exploring possible scripts and immediately implementable strategies. We will examine the ways we can avoid the common triggering and paralyzing pitfalls when discussing frenotomy, illustrating how traditional methods might inadvertently exacerbate parental anxiety, leaving them incapable of moving forward with confidence. Additionally, this session will explore the necessity for self-reflection of personal biases when discussing the existing evidence surrounding tongue tie, focusing on how to ethically communicate information while respecting parental autonomy. Ultimately, participants will leave with practical tools and strategies that aim to empower vulnerable families, allowing them to engage in informed, ethical decision-making, while equipping them with the knowledge necessary to overcome decision paralysis.

The Live Presentation is now over - Access to Johanna Sargeant's talk will be available publicly until October 15, 2026 through here.

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