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Spotlight on Oral Function with Melissa Cole

GOLD Learning is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new series of lecture packages, with a special focus on highlighting distinguished speakers.

Learn more about infant oral function with expert Melissa Cole MS, IBCLC. Melissa is a highly skilled board-certified lactation consultant, neonatal oral-motor assessment professional and clinical herbalist in private practice. This package features presentations focused on expanding your knowledge and skills when it comes to assessing and supporting oral function, including assessment and aftercare strategies for tongue-tied infants.

$70.00 USD

Total CE Hours: 4.00 Access Time: 4 Weeks

Lectures in this bundle (4):

Duration: 64 mins

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Will It Hurt? Frenotomy Aftercare Strategies to Optimize Healing Outcomes for the Newborn

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC, RLC is a board certified lactation consultant, neonatal oral-motor assessment professional, and clinical herbalist in private practice. Melissa has been passionate about providing comprehensive, holistic lactation support and improving the level of clinical lactation skills for health professionals. She enjoys teaching, researching and writing about wellness and lactation-related topics. Melissa holds a bachelor of science degree in maternal child health and lactation consulting and her master’s work is in therapeutic, clinical herbalism. Melissa actively conducts research and collaborates with several lactation and health care professional associations. Before pursuing her current path, Melissa’s background was in education and cultural arts, which has served her well in her work as a lactation consultant and healthcare educator. She loves living, working and playing in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her 3 children.

Topic: A Case Study Approach to Critical Thinking Skills for Lactation Professionals - [View Abstract]
Topic: Beyond Fenugreek: An Individualized Approach to Dietary and Herbal Galactagogues - [View Abstract]
Topic: Beyond the Basics of Latch: Support Strategies for Helping Babies when the Basics Aren’t Enough - [View Abstract]
Topic: Common Infant Digestive Health Concerns and Useful Support Strategies - [View Abstract]
Topic: Connection and Care: Virtual Support for Tongue-Tied Infants - [View Abstract]
Topic: Feeding is Movement: Activities for Supporting Optimal Infant Oral Function - [View Abstract]
Topic: Infant Gut Health: Common Concerns and Useful Support Strategies - [View Abstract]
Topic: Infant Oral Assessment: Exploring Anatomy and Function Beyond the Frenulum - [View Abstract]
Topic: Low Milk Production Detective Work: Assessment and Care Plan Considerations - [View Abstract]
Topic: Nature’s Nurturers: Plant Medicine for Perinatal Mental Health - [View Abstract]
Topic: New Thoughts on Infant Pre and Post-Frenotomy Care - [View Abstract]
Topic: Placenta Medicine as a Galactogogue: Tradition or Trend? - [View Abstract]
Topic: Thinking Critically About the Use of Clinical Lactation Tools - [View Abstract]
Topic: Will It Hurt? Frenotomy Aftercare Strategies to Optimize Healing Outcomes for the Newborn - [View Abstract]

Objective 1: Describe why minimizing neonatal pain is important
Objective 2:Describe the impact of stress on wound healing
Objective 3:Identify some pain relief strategies for post frenotomy care

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Title: Will It Hurt? Frenotomy Aftercare Strategies to Optimize Healing Outcomes for the Newborn

Abstract:

There are a few emerging theories and clinical practice ideas when it comes to frenotomy aftercare for the newborn. Clinicians and families sometimes struggle with the idea of how to balance efficient post-frenotomy care while minimizing stress and discomfort of the newborn. While the evidence strongly points to the benefit of frenotomy for tongue-tied neonates, there is little published evidence regarding best aftercare practices. During this presentation we will explore the neonatal experience of pain along with pain management and oral healing strategies. We will also discuss the impact of stress on wound healing and focus on ways to help keep babies calm and happy through the recovery process. For families coping with a tongue-tied baby, it is often a physical and emotional roller coaster ride. This presentation will help provide a well-rounded view of frenotomy aftercare issues as well as clinical, care strategies to optimize healing and feeding for the newborn.

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Duration: 60 mins

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Infant Oral Assessment: Exploring Anatomy and Function Beyond the Frenulum

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Objective 1: Demonstrate the basics of infant oral anatomy assessment;

Objective 2: Describe immature vs. mature suck patterns; and

Objective 3: Identify at least 3 aspects of oral assessment.

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Title: Infant Oral Assessment: Exploring Anatomy and Function Beyond the Frenulum

Abstract:

Is it a tongue tie? What else could be going on? Having a deeper understanding of the orofacial complex and functional oral motor patterns can help take your assessment techniques to the next level. Curious about jaws, tongues, palates, oral tone, suck patterns, and more? This presentation will focus on understanding the finer details and the bigger picture when it comes to infant oral assessment.

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Duration: 60 mins

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Connection and Care: Virtual Support for Tongue-Tied Infants

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

1. Describe strategies to gather clinically relevant information when working virtually.

2. Describe techniques to assess oral anatomy and function when working remotely.

3. Discuss documentation, teamwork, and referral strategies for virtual consulting.

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Title: Connection and Care: Virtual Support for Tongue-Tied Infants

Abstract:

Providing virtual care has become a reality for many lactation professionals. How can we best consult families of tongue-tied babies virtually? How do we get the visual and functional information we need to guide our care when we are ‘hands-off’? This session will discuss strategies for health professionals working remotely including assessment, documentation, care plan formation, teamwork, and the referral process. While different than in-person consultations, virtual connection and excellent care for tongue-tied babies and their families is possible! Learning to adapt our practice style, gather information digitally, and pivot with the times is vital for our role in providing comprehensive lactation support virtually.

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Duration: 60 mins

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Feeding is Movement: Activities for Supporting Optimal Infant Oral Function

Bio
Abstract
Credits
Learning Objectives
Disclosure
Please note that this disclosure is relevant during the time that this presentation was recorded.

Disclosures

This continuing education activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for credit by the American Academy of Family Physician. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- CME credits are valid until 9/11/2024.
This activity is approved by The Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Dietetic CPEUs are valid until 9/11/2026.
GOLD is designated a long-term provider of CERPs by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.
- CERPs are valid until 9/11/2026.
Upon completion of this activity, GOLD participants will be able to download an educational credit for this talk. Successful completion requires that you:

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

1: Describe specific areas of infant oral function that may benefit from supportive exercises and activities based on oral assessment findings.
2: Describe exercises and techniques that support function of the lips, jaw, cheeks, tongue , and sucking patterns.
3: List at least 2 contraindications for oral work and when to refer.

Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC

Title: Feeding is Movement: Activities for Supporting Optimal Infant Oral Function

Abstract:

Feeding is movement and some babies need personalized help when it comes to oral function and skills. This presentation covers critical thinking strategies around basic activities to support optimal infant oral function. We will review available evidence, contraindications, and targeted activities. We will discuss when and why to consider a variety of activities for the jaw, cheeks, tongue, palate, lips, and tongue. Learners will also recognize oral function concerns that require referral and connection to other allied health professionals.

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Accreditation

CERPs - Continuing Education Recognition Points
Applicable to IBCLC Lactation Consultants, Certified Lactation Consultants (CLCs), CBEs, CLE, Doulas & Birth Educators. GOLD Conferences has been designated as a Long Term Provider of CERPs by IBLCE--Approval #CLT114-07.
This program is approved for 4 CERPs (2 L-CERPs and 2 R-CERPs).

If you have already participated in any of these presentations, you are not eligible to receive additional credits for viewing it again. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Additional Details:

Viewing time: 4 Weeks

Tags / Categories

(IBCLC) Clinical Skills, (IBCLC) Education and Communication, (IBCLC) Equipment and Technology, (IBCLC) Infant, (IBCLC) Infant, (IBCLC) Pathology, (IBCLC) Techniques, Breastfeeding the Tongue Tied Infant, Maternal & Infant Assessment, Pre & Post Care, Tongue & Lip Tie Assessment, Tongue-tie, Lip Tie & Structure

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