WHY HEALTH:LATCH?
Defiantly joyful care for your family
There are no cookie-cutter treatment plans or long wait times here. A therapy-first approach. It’s our promise to make this the BEST healthcare experience you’ve ever had.
Our mission is to help families thrive—starting with yours.
You know your baby best. If something feels off, it’s worth listening to that quiet whisper inside. At health:latch, we see you, we hear you, and we believe you. From oral ties to digestion, airway health, and overall wellness, we’ve helped thousands of families find the answers—and the relief—they were searching for. We’d be honored to help you, too.
Why health:latch is different
health:latch is more than just another “tongue tie” clinic. We are a therapy-first pediatric wellness model combining a functional occupational therapist with a breath-focused pediatric dentist. We serve highly intuitive families seeking an integrated approach to feeding, breathing, and growth from birth through age 1. We also have a trusted network of therapists and medical specialists to create personalized care and empower parents.
What we promise
Your custom care plan
With years of experience helping thousands thrive, we’ll guide you efficiently toward better health through a personalized plan tailored to your family’s unique needs.
Easy & quick communication
We know you're busy, so we keep things simple. From your first message to your final appointment, we communicate quickly by text—making the process smooth, supportive, and stress-free.
Holistic functional approach
Oral restrictions affect more than just the mouth. Our team takes a collaborative, whole-body approach—addressing feeding, speech, airway health, sleep, and more.
You're in good hands
At health:latch, you’re never just a number. You’ll get our full attention—without long wait times—and leave your first visit feeling heard, supported, and relieved to finally have answers.
Core Values
You and your family are at the heart of everything we do. We're here to support your journey, and it’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly. That’s why we’re committed to showing up with integrity, compassion, and a deep respect for your unique story.
Radically Kind
We practice extraordinary compassion in everything we do, creating safe spaces for families to thrive.
Fiercely Patient
We understand meaningful change takes time and we remain steadfast supporters throughout the journey.
Disruptively Brave
We challenge conventional wisdom when it doesn't serve children, pioneering better approaches to care.
Defiantly Joyful
We embrace happiness and hope even when facing challenges, bringing light to difficult journeys.
3 EASY STEPS TO GET STARTED
Your Patient Journey
We’ve streamlined our entire process to make the most of every minute we spend together. And, most importantly, to make sure we’re addressing you and your family’s questions and unique needs.
Step 1
MESSAGE US NOW
Message us on any device by clicking the floating “Message Us Now” button on this page — we will take your calls too, but texts don't wake up napping kids.
We'll send you a quick on-demand webinar from Dr. Thomas.
Step 2
WATCH OUR "MUST SEE" WELLIN-AR
We know you’ve got questions— and we’ve got plenty of answers.
Watch the required on-demand webinar wherever life finds you (in your slippers on the couch or cheering from the sidelines).
In the last few minutes of the video, we'll walk you through next steps to welcome you to health:latch.
Step 3
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY VISIT
We review your story form to address your family’s needs, then text with any questions and quickly schedule your first discovery visit.
Ready to get started?
Send us a message now!
What to expect from your first discovery visit:
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We review and completely prepare before you step foot into the health:latch clinic:
This includes a collaborative team discussion about YOUR STORY and completion of all the administrative tasks associated with most healthcare visits.
We may contact all of your healthcare providers beforehand to get a complete medical history and thoroughly understand your specific needs.
This saves valuable time once you arrive at health:latch:We’ve streamlined our entire process to make the most of every minute we spend together. We can then focus on your deeper questions and actionable resources that will help you thrive.
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We'll cover a lot in an educational 1-hour appointment, including:
The Parent Story Download
You share your baby's story, we listen. No rushed checklists. Every detail is captured for collaboration with other specialists.
Full Functional Exam
It always starts with a deep dive into the functional aspects of feeding, movement, tension and the regulation of your babies nervous system
Full Exam: The Magic
We look at head shape, jaw growth, nervous system regulation, nasal breathing, and oral muscle function—because it's all connected.
Next Steps Made Simple
We'll create a clear plan forward, explained in parent-friendly language (with a few smiles along the way).
And more!
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Get ready for a custom care plan to help you & your family thrive!
After reviewing YOUR STORY with you in person, we’ll recommend a comprehensive care plan and next steps uniquely tailored to you & your family.
We’ll also schedule your next appointment(s) and be your trusted advocate every step of the way.
You can rest easy knowing we're always just a text away for any questions or concerns you have!
follow your intuition
Discover what your baby's symptoms may be telling you. As you uncover the "why" behind your baby's feeding journey, you'll strengthen your intuition, find validation, and gain the confidence to become your baby's strongest advocate.