Show Notes

Explore with us the fascinating contrasts and surprising insights from a recent study examining antibody concentrations in breast milk from different corners of the world. Discover how mothers from Bangladesh to Brazil show varying levels of IgA and IgG, potentially linked to diverse pathogen exposure, and what this means for infant immunity. Our conversation delves into the unintended complexity of breast milk's benefits, illustrated by the dramatic RSV episode with our son. As we recount our journey from anxiety to relief, we shine a light on the powerful yet unpredictable nature of breast milk's protective role. Through these stories and scientific insights, we aim to appreciate the universal yet unique ways maternal antibodies shape early life health.

 You can find the discussed study here: https://www.jci.org/articles/view/168789