A C-Section Affects the Milk Microbbiome by Reducing Its Diversity

Question

A C-section affects the milk microbbiome by reducing its diversity.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that infants born via C-section have lower diversity of bacteria in their gut and in their breast milk compared to infants born vaginally. This is believed to be due to the lack of exposure to the mother's vaginal and gut microbiota during birth.