Conservative, evidence-based evaluation
Not every baby needs a release. We evaluate function first and align our recommendations with AAP guidance, so your patients only move forward when it is truly the right call for their feeding goals.
For Birth & Feeding Professionals
Refer With Confidence
When you send a family to Latched Beginnings, you are partnering with a team that shares your commitment to the best possible outcome for every baby. We evaluate honestly, treat gently, and keep you in the loop the whole way through.
A Trusted Partner
Why Providers Refer to Us
IBCLCs, pediatricians, chiropractors, midwives, doulas, and SLPs send families our way because they know exactly what those families will find: careful evaluation, gentle care, and steady communication.
Dual-certified dentist and lactation counselor
Dr. Kacie Culotta, DMD is the only dentist in Austin with both a laser certification for tongue-tie releases and a lactation counselor certification, so feeding and function are assessed together.
LightScalpel CO2 laser, the gold standard
Releases are performed with a LightScalpel CO2 laser for precise, gentle treatment, minimal bleeding, and a comfortable experience for the babies and families you send our way.
Thorough aftercare and clear communication
Families leave with hands-on post-op guidance and ongoing support, and you receive timely updates so your care plan and ours stay in step from the first visit through full healing.
Simple & Streamlined
How to Refer
We have kept the process light so it fits into your day. Three quick steps connect your patient with the care they need.
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Download and complete the referral form
Share your clinical observations and the family's feeding concerns so our team can prepare for a focused, efficient first visit.
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Send it our way
Submit the completed form to our team, or simply give the family our details and encourage them to mention your name when they reach out.
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We take it from here
We schedule the evaluation, walk the family through every option, and keep you informed at each step so you stay part of the baby's care.
Collaboration Over Prescription
You Stay Part of the Story
We believe the best outcomes come from teams that talk to each other. After every evaluation and release, we keep referring providers informed with clear notes and next steps, so the family's feeding journey stays connected across everyone who cares for them. Your relationship with the family is something we protect, never replace.