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Indianapolis Area · In-Home Support · Last Updated: July 2026
If you're here, something probably doesn't feel quite right.
Maybe feeding is harder than expected. Maybe your baby is fussy, clicking, or struggling to latch. Maybe your toddler is always breathing through their mouth.
You're not overthinking this. And you don't have to figure it out alone.
Not just any lactation support.
An SLP who's lived it.
Bethany is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with a master's degree — not a labor and delivery nurse who added a breastfeeding certification. Her 6 years of graduate-level education focused entirely on oral motor function, swallowing, and therapeutic exercises. That depth simply isn't taught in nursing school.
She spent years working with dysphagia patients — teaching adults not to aspirate or choke on food — before pivoting to babies. That clinical precision is what she brings to every latch, every tie evaluation, every family she serves.
And she is a mama who has navigated tongue-tie with two of her own children — with two very different outcomes. That contrast is the heartbeat behind everything she does.
Work With Bethany
Credentials & Training
Every credential below exists because Bethany went looking for the most specialized knowledge available — for her patients and for her own children.
I've been exactly where you are.
My son Daniel had a lip and tongue-tie that was missed at the hospital. It required two revisions due to complications, and he still struggles today with picky eating, gagging, and needs myofunctional therapy — all things that could have been addressed in his first month of life.
My daughter had the same diagnosis. I navigated it completely differently — and the difference in outcomes has been remarkable.
That contrast is why I do this work. I bring both the mama heart and the professional expertise. And by the time a family finishes working with me, they often say it feels like making a best friend who also happens to be the most qualified person in the room.
— Bethany
Common Concerns Parents Search For
If you're noticing one or more of these, it's worth paying attention to.
🤱 Breastfeeding Challenges
- Painful latch
- Clicking sounds during feeds
- Reflux or gassiness
- Baby constantly feeding but not satisfied
- Nipple shield dependence
👅 Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie
- Shallow latch
- Poor tongue movement
- Milk leaking during feeds
- Ongoing struggles despite trying everything
- Triple feeding and exhaustion
🍭 Pacifier Use
- Toddler still dependent on pacifier
- Concerns about teeth or speech development
- Difficulty weaning from the pacifier
- Sleep disruption from pacifier reliance
😮 Mouth Breathing
- Open mouth posture
- Lips always apart
- Drooling beyond expected ages
- Snoring or restless sleep
- Low tongue posture
The Rooted in Relief Method™
A gentle, start-to-finish process that meets each family exactly where they are. It begins with a thorough evaluation, guides you through preparation, supports you through any recommended treatment, and follows through to lasting feeding and speech success.
Feeding Foundations
Helping babies feed comfortably and efficiently from the very beginning — newborn stage through early weeks.
Tongue Function Support
Evaluating and addressing tongue-tie or oral restrictions if present — with thorough prep before any procedure.
Pacifier & Habit Transitions
Gently moving away from habits that impact development — at the right pace for your child.
Mouth Breathing & Lip Strength
Encouraging proper breathing and oral posture to support airway, sleep, and long-term development.
Speech & Myofunctional Development
Supporting clear speech and strong oral patterns so early challenges don't follow your child into school years.
Ways to Work Together
In-home support across the Indianapolis area. You don't have to drive anywhere with a newborn.
Gold Tongue-Tie Support
Comprehensive, start-to-finish in-home care. For families who want full guidance before, during, and after a release — without second-guessing or navigating it alone.
- Full in-home breastfeeding & functional evaluation
- Release day support (in person or by phone)
- Three post-release in-home visits (48 hrs · 7 days · 14–21 days)
- Unlimited Voxer support for 4 weeks
- Guided stretch video library
- Feeding support kit
- Care summary & dentist collaboration
Standard 3-Visit Support
Focused, personalized in-home support before and after release. For families who want hands-on guidance and structured follow-up.
- In-home functional tongue & lip-tie evaluation
- One pre-release in-home visit
- Two post-release in-home visits
- Personalized feeding & stretch guidance
- Journal & stretch tracking worksheet
- Preparation guide for release day
Not Sure Where to Start?
Book a free consult and Bethany will help you figure out exactly what your baby needs.
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In-Home Support
Indianapolis Area
No driving to a clinic with a newborn. No waiting rooms. Bethany comes to your home — where real life is happening — so you can focus entirely on your baby.
Services include: Breastfeeding evaluations · Tongue-tie & lip-tie care · Post-release support · Bottle feeding & pumping · Speech therapy · Myofunctional therapy
Hi, I'm Bethany.
I'm a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified Breastfeeding Consultant serving families across Hendricks and Boone County. I hold a master's degree with 6 years of graduate-level education focused on oral motor function, swallowing, and therapeutic technique — and I'm TOTs certified through Autumn Hemming.
I'm an ASHA ACE Award winner for excellence in continuing education — which just means I never stop learning so I can bring the best possible care to your family.
I've been described as "kinda crunchy" — all-natural births, exclusive breastfeeding, essential oils — but I'm real and practical about it. I will reach for the Tylenol when needed. I meet mamas exactly where they are.
"By the end of our time together, my clients often say it feels like they've made a best friend who also happens to be the most qualified person in the room."
If you've landed here while feeding your baby, rocking your toddler, or scrolling for answers — you're in the right place.
Ongoing pain is usually a sign that something isn't working — often related to latch, positioning, or how your baby is using their tongue. You don't have to push through it. Small adjustments (or a closer look at oral function) can make a big difference.
Things parents often notice: clicking while feeding, shallow latch, leaking milk, long or frequent feeds, ongoing discomfort. If feeding feels harder than expected, it's worth a closer look — Bethany can often identify what's going on in a single in-home visit.
Most families start thinking about this between 12–24 months. The goal isn't to take it away suddenly — it's to gently reduce dependence so your child still feels secure while learning new ways to soothe. A simple plan makes this much easier for both of you.
Mouth breathing is common, but it's not something to ignore long-term. It can be related to oral habits, low tongue posture, or airway factors. Encouraging nose breathing and strengthening the lips and tongue can support more typical patterns.
Oral function plays a role in feeding, breathing, speech development, and dental growth. Early support — even simple at-home strategies — can guide things in the right direction. Bethany has seen this firsthand with both of her own children.
This is the question almost every parent asks. If something feels off, it's worth paying attention to. There's a middle ground between worst-case scenarios and ignoring your instincts — and that's exactly what Bethany is here for.
Helpful Resources
Start here if you're learning and want to understand more before reaching out.
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Start Here
If you're not sure where to begin — that's okay. You don't need to have it all figured out before reaching out.
Here are the best next steps:
- Download a parent guide (pacifier, tongue-tie, or feeding)
- Read through the blog posts above
- Fill out the contact form for personalized recommendations
You're not behind.
You're paying attention.
If you're searching for answers late at night, wondering if something is off — you're not alone.
Small, early support can make a big difference over time. And you don't have to take a "wait and see" approach if something doesn't feel right.
Trust your instincts. You know your baby better than anyone.
