Why Choose an In-Person Consultation?
Our in-person consultations provide the clarity and support you need to overcome challenges and move forward with confidence.
Personalized Care for You and Your Baby
One-on-One Consultations for Functional Feeding and Wellness Solutions
An infant feeding consultation in Austin should never feel rushed. At Latched Beginnings, your visit is a thorough, unhurried evaluation with Dr. Kacie Culotta, the only Austin dentist who is also a certified lactation counselor. We combine hands-on expertise with genuine support for feeding challenges, oral ties, and infant wellness, and we build a personalized plan that helps your family thrive. Not every baby needs a release, and we will always tell you the truth.
Service Offer
Scope Our Services
Every consultation is built around your baby, your concerns, and what you are hoping for.
Hands-On Expertise
Work directly with Dr. Culotta, a laser-certified dentist and lactation counselor, for a comprehensive, whole-baby evaluation.
Customized Solutions
Every consultation is tailored to your family's specific needs, from feeding issues to oral ties and airway health.
Collaborative Support
We partner with you to create a personalized care plan that ensures progress and peace of mind.
Comprehensive Infant Assessments
Understanding Your Baby's Unique Needs
During your consultation, Dr. Culotta conducts a detailed evaluation of your baby's feeding habits, oral anatomy, tongue mobility, and overall health. We work to uncover the root cause of feeding challenges and create a targeted care plan that addresses your baby's specific needs.
Expert Guidance on Feeding Solutions
From Latching Struggles to Bottle Feeding Success
Whether you are breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or both, we are here to help. Dr. Culotta's lactation counseling credentials allow us to offer practical, personalized strategies that support your baby's feeding journey and ease the worry that comes with it.
Tailored Oral Tie Evaluations
Identifying and Addressing Oral Restrictions
If you suspect your baby may have a tongue-tie, lip-tie, or buccal-tie, we provide a thorough, conservative evaluation and an honest discussion of potential next steps. Our approach aligns with American Academy of Pediatrics guidance, so you are informed and supported throughout the process.
Post-Consultation Support and Follow-Up
Ongoing Care for Long-Term Success
Our care does not end when you leave. We provide follow-up instructions, exercises, and continued support to ensure long-term progress, and our team stays reachable to answer your questions and guide you every step of the way.
Questions, Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every baby does, and we will always tell you the truth. The American Academy of Pediatrics cautions against overdiagnosis, and our approach is conservative and evidence-based. The consultation exists to evaluate carefully and recommend the right path, which sometimes means no procedure at all.
We start by listening to your story and concerns. Dr. Culotta then evaluates your baby's feeding, oral anatomy, and tongue mobility, explains what she sees, and builds a personalized plan with you. You will leave with clear answers and next steps.
Yes. As both a dentist and a lactation counselor, Dr. Culotta addresses the structure and the function of feeding in one visit, whether you breastfeed, bottle feed, or both.
Sometimes bodywork or lactation support is helpful first. If that is the case, we will guide you to trusted providers. We collaborate closely with the broader care team around your baby.
Happy Moms & Babies
Stories of Change
Real relief, real support, and gentle solutions. Here is what families say after their time with Latched Beginnings.
5.0
50+ Google reviews
Dr. Culotta is awesome! She really spends time providing care during the consultation and follow up, gets to know about your little one in depth, and takes her time explaining everything and answering any questions. She made us feel very cared for and seen. The procedure went well and a bonus is getting the cutest photos ever of your little one in the goggles they need to wear for the procedure. 10/10 would recommend.
Danielle M.
Google review
I can't express enough gratitude for Dr. Culotta! We came to see her after our lactation consultant recommended Latched Beginnings for a potential tongue and lip tie revision. I was super hesitant because who wants to put their baby through that. But Dr. Culotta was super communicative and transparent about what she recommends and had us start with some bodywork first. We then decided to go through with the revision and just a few days later our baby is eating so much better than she was pre-revision. Working with her has been a game changer!
Rebecca M.
Google review
Dr. Culotta and her team were amazing! Her entire staff was super professional and caring. She makes sure the babies are fully comfortable and numb for the quick procedures, and she goes above and beyond to educate parents. We're very grateful she was able to help us with our baby's tongue tie release. It's been a couple months now, and our baby has been doing very well feeding and growing!
Yiwei G.
Google review
Your Path to Relief
Simple Steps to Thrive
Getting help should feel hopeful, not overwhelming. Here is how we walk alongside you from the first hello.
15+Years helping
infants and families
infants and families
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Trust Your Instinct
Reach out to schedule an evaluation. Your intuition about your baby matters, and we are here to listen.
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Get a Personalized Plan
We assess your baby's needs and recommend the best path forward, with clear answers and no pressure.
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Start the Journey
Whether it is a release, lactation support, or simple reassurance, we guide you toward happy, healthy feeding.
Free Download
Download the Oral Tie Symptoms Checklist
Feeding struggles and discomfort do not have to leave you feeling uncertain. Our comprehensive checklist helps you identify common signs of tongue, lip, and buccal ties in both infants and parents. Download the free checklist today to gain clarity and take the first step toward relief and wellness for you and your baby.
