I have found a number 5 feeding tube works well. The corner of the mouth is easy to access. I have found if placed alone the tongue the baby can actually suck the tube into the stomach (happened once when the mother and I were chatting and having a laugh). Above the breast and against the palate tends to cause either gagging or no suction.
I hope this is of some help
Gwen
(in Australia)
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