We are currently updating policies at our facility and I have been asked to provide evidence based research concerning suctioning at birth. I have seen in my practice that babies that have had DeLee suctioning or any mechanical suctioning at birth tend to guard their soft palates and latch issues occur. I attended Gold 2010 and thought for sure in my notes I would find some references to support the claim that oralpharyngeal suctioning can cause feeding issues but did not find what I was needing. 

I am hoping our friendly lactnetters might have some references that I can use. Please send me any that you know of. 
Thank you, 
Kelly

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