Description

• The function of breastfeeding for baby and mothers
• How the contents of breastmilk is set up specifically to build a healthy gut in the infant
• Factors impacting the baby's microbiota
• What you can do to ensure your baby's health gut microbiome and give yourself the best chance for breastfeeding success

Breastfeeding is a physical link between mother and baby and can be seen as continuing the work of the placenta during pregnancy. But the benefits of breastfeeding extends way beyond simply nourishment for baby - it plays a really key role in establishing the baby's gut microbiome which influences its health for life.

To find an IBCLC breastfeeding consultant in the UK, follow this link.

To keep up to date on my antenatal and postnatal breastfeeding groups, sign up to the waiting list here.

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