re Homemade SNS's I agree feeding tubes are too firm. We use a softer tubing which we buy in a large roll which is soft and hasn't created any problems.[I don't have details of source with me at home] Regarding difficulty for mothers using the line - after explanation of benefits to their situation anddd providing the mother wishes to try the procedure and with trial while LC is present and then close follow support many Mums / babies do very well. Benefits - longer more enthusiastic stimulation by the baby increases mums supply -Hypotonic feeders don't tire before satisfied -Reduces nipple trauma by comfort suckers. -maximizes breast emptying; hence increases supply etc. *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html