Pumping and hygiene practices are associated with bacterial load and microbial composition in human milk expressed at home

Abstract Background Human milk (HM) harbors a unique microbiome that contributes to the development of the infant gastrointestinal microbiome and influences long-term health outcomes. While pumping and bottle-feeding HM are increasingly common, doing so may introduce exogenous bacteria, altering thi...

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Main Authors: Sarah M. Reyes, Dainelle L. Allen, Janet E. Williams, Mark A. McGuire, Michelle K. McGuire, Kathleen M. Rasmussen, Anthony G. Hay
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-08-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12967-025-06967-5
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