I am working at a new job, helping with the construction and implementation of a new birthing unit. The chief of anesthesia has made it very clear that they would like a 95% (yes, you read that right!) epidural rate for vaginal births. Of course, I am horrified and need some "ammunition". What would you suggest as the best source of information for me to use (research based) that would tell the effects of epidurals on the babe? Also, this hospital routinely tells moms who have any type of surgery that they must stop BF for 24-48 hours (this is general anesthesia as well as local with sedation). Again, the best info on BF after anesthesia - I need good researched data to start my campaign for the moms and babes in this town!! Thanks........... Dianne Kemp RN, BA, CPCE, IBCLC [log in to unmask]