a narrow, flexible tube that is inserted through the nostril, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. It is used to deliver nourishment or to remove air or fluid from the stomach.

Feeding through a small plastic tube passed through the nose or mouth into the stomach.

A tube is placed wither through the baby's nose or in its mouth, down its throat to its tummy. Milk or formula can then be given to the baby through the tube.