When most pediatricians aren’t even acknowledging oral ties, Dr Erick Galindo Valdes goes above and beyond. In his practice, he releases oral ties with a laser and is the only physician in Guadalajara doing so. Listen as Katie Oshita and Dr Erick Galindo Valdes discuss common vs normal, trusting the biological norm and how conversations like these advance the field. Listen here

Podcast Guest: Dr. Erick Galindo is a dedicated pediatrician from Guadalajara, Mexico, with over 15 years of experience supporting children and families through all stages of childhood development. He has led a successful private practice since 2007 after completing his pediatric specialty training at the National Institute of Pediatrics in Mexico City. He is the founder of Centro TOTS Guadalajara, a clinic recognized for its specialized focus on the diagnosis and treatment of oral restrictions in newborns, infants, and children. Dr. Galindo is particularly known for his work supporting breastfeeding success by identifying and treating conditions such as tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) and other oral restrictions that may affect feeding, growth, and development.

In addition to his pediatric training, Dr. Galindo has received advanced education in laser frenectomy techniques from internationally recognized experts. He strongly believes in a multidisciplinary model of care and works closely with lactation consultants, speech-language pathologists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive, individualized treatment.

Dr. Galindo is an Ambassador for The Breathe Institute in Los Angeles and serves on the board of the International Consortium of Ankylofrenula Professionals (ICAP). His care extends beyond infancy, addressing oral function, speech, sleep, and overall development throughout childhood.

Podcast Host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 25 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine. While Katie sees clients locally in western WA, Katie is also a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs. Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially when related to tongue tie or low supply. Katie is also passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms, using Functional Medicine practices to help client not just survive, but truly thrive. Email katie@cuddlesandmilk.com or www.cuddlesandmilk.com