Lauren Hughes Ms Ccc-Slp

About the Author

Lauren Hughes, MS CCC-SLP, is a dedicated speech-language pathologist with over a decade of experience helping children and families navigate the challenges of oral motor development and communication disorders. Holding a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, she specializes in assessing and treating tethered oral tissues, such as ankyloglossia, which can profoundly affect nursing, speech articulation, feeding skills, and overall child development. Passionate about empowering parents with knowledge, Lauren combines clinical expertise with compassionate guidance in her work. Her acclaimed book, Tongue-Tied: How a Tiny String Under the Tongue Impacts Nursing, Speech, Feeding, and More, has become an essential resource for understanding and addressing these often-overlooked issues, drawing from her extensive hands-on practice to offer practical solutions and hope to affected families.