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Antibodies, the Immune System, & Breastfeeding: The Basics

Antibodies are a known benefit of breastfeeding. A specific type of antibody found in breastmilk, IgA, protects infants from infections.
Results from Breastfeeding and COVID-19 Vaccine Survey
Results are in!!! What did we find out from 4,455 moms who chose to vaccinate while breastfeeding?
Cariprazine Induced Adverse Effects in Breastfed Infants?
The InfantRisk Center recommends cariprazine be avoided in breastfeeding women if possible. Possible adverse effects in the infants could include extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms, including agitation, hypertonia, hypotonia, tremor, somnolence, respiratory distress and feeding disorders.
COVID-19 Vaccines, Mechanisms, and Breast Milk Antibodies
Infants’ immune systems are immature, so they rely on maternal antibodies given through breast milk. Maternal vaccination and subsequent breastfeeding can provide the benefits of vaccination to infants that are too young to receive the vaccine itself.
Fad Diets During Pregnancy
It seems there is always a new diet that becomes “trendy” or popular in the media, many of which tout “healthier” or “clean” eating. It is important to consider that such diets may have negative effects on the pregnant mother or her developing child.
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