Antibodies in breast milk: Pro-bodies designed for healthy newborn development

This manuscript sheds light on the impact of maternal breast milk antibodies on infant health. Milk antibodies prepare and protect the newborn against environmental exposure, guide and regulate the offspring's immune system, and promote transgenerational adaptation of the immune system to its environment.

Citation:
Verhasselt V, Tellier J, Carsetti R, Tepekule B. Antibodies in breast milk: Pro-bodies designed for healthy newborn development. Immunol Rev. 2024.

Keywords:
Allergy; breast milk; immune imprinting; immunoglobulins; infection; microbiota; mucosal immunology; neonate

Abstract:
This manuscript sheds light on the impact of maternal breast milk antibodies on infant health. Milk antibodies prepare and protect the newborn against environmental exposure, guide and regulate the offspring's immune system, and promote transgenerational adaptation of the immune system to its environment.