The problem I see with a high palate is baby has been compensating with the lips and chewing. I am working with a mom who has a baby who absoultely cannot suck at the breast or with a bottle because the palate is so high. Interesting, no tongue issues and I was surprised not to find anything. Granma mas there and was relieved to know it was not her fault her own child was crying and hungry and hurting her before she finally quit! Poor baby has a very high palate and a strong gag reflex that does not allow even the most little tip of the bottle nipple in to chew for food...then of course gags on the bolus of milk. Tried to get pediatrician to address it, but his theory is the baby is gaining weight well and however that is happening is fine. Had mom go back to be sure there was nothing more than a high palate and to check for why the baby has such a hard time swallowing and not gagging....doctor not concerned. Baby weight is good. Yes, the baby is gaining and that is good, but this baby cries with every single feeding and is never happy eating. I suggested mom request a referral to an slp for evaluation. The only problem with that being even when or if she gets the referral, no guarantee there will be any understanding of breastfeeding. But at least maybe the baby will be able to enjoy being fed. Best, Pam MazzellaDiBosco, IBCLC, RLC *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html Mail all commands to [log in to unmask] To temporarily stop your subscription: set lactnet nomail To start it again: set lactnet mail (or [log in to unmask]) To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet or ([log in to unmask]) To reach list owners: [log in to unmask]