You Know Something Feels Off. We're Here to Help You Make Sense of It.

Whether you're worried about feeding, sleep, breathing, or speech - early oral growth matters. You're not alone, and you're not overthinking it.

We believe parents deserve answers, not anxiety. If you’ve ever been told to “wait and see,” but your gut says something more is going on… we’re here to guide you with compassionate, expert-backed support.

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Learn how to recognize early signs of oral development challenges, from tongue ties to feeding to sleep struggles.

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Not sure what you’re seeing or what to do next? Let’s talk through it and create a plan together..

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Learn what to look for in your baby's mouth and what common signs to watch for in early development.

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What Is Oral Growth and Why Does It Matter?

Your child’s ability to breathe through their nose, feed well, sleep deeply, and speak clearly all starts in the mouth. That means what’s happening now, right now - can affect their future in big ways.

The good news? You don’t have to be a specialist to recognize when something might be off. We’ll help you know what to look for, what to ask your providers, and how to take action without fear or overwhelm.

Signs Parents Often Miss:

  • Short or painful nursing sessions
  • Clicking while bottle or breastfeeding
  • Constant congestion or mouth breathing
  • Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep
  • Delays in speech or chewing
  • Signs of reflux or digestive issues
  • A "gut feeling" that something isn’t right

Learn With Joy

Joy Lantz is a Registered Dental Hygienist, Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM®), and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She’s helped thousands of parents just like you recognize the signs and take the right next step.

She walks with you through every phase of early oral development to adulthood, so you feel informed, empowered, and equipped to help your child thrive.

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What Parents Are Saying 

“I finally understood why my baby was struggling with feeding. Joy’s course made it clear and manageable.”

“We were told to wait—but I’m so glad we didn’t. I feel like I got my happy, rested child back.”

“The Connection Call with Joy changed everything. I felt heard, understood, and finally knew what to do.”