Occupational therapy trick for hyperactive gag:  Tickle baby's lips so 
he opens voluntarily.  Slide finger to palate, press firmly just behind 
the upper gum ridge (the very front of the hard palate), wait until baby 
relaxes, slide finger back further along the palate as accepted.  If 
child starts to gag, retreat to gum ridge again and press strongly.
Obviously one wants to use this sensitively, and teach parents to watch 
baby's cues to make sure that it is being accepted and tolerated.
Catherine Watson Genna, IBCLC  NYC

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