I have seen this problem for years now and have noticed it particularly in
precipitous births and c section babies.  These babies are either born very
quickly and are not squeezed for as long or not at all.

One of the two babies I worked with last Friday, who is 4 days old now is still
gagging, although he is nursing better.  Mom is taking him to pediatrician
tomorrow because she is still afraid he will choke.  Most of the ones I see
clear up in a day or two without treatment or instantly with a tummy wash.  It
is interesting to think what people used to do for this, probably nothing, but
probably weren't as worried about charting some nursings before discharge
either.

Still looking for suggestions......................

Ann Calandro, RNC,IBCLC
North Carolina