Babies’ bacteria depend on type of delivery

Babies’ bacteria depend on type of delivery
The way babies are delivered exposes them to different bacteria that could affect their future health, a study finds. Vaginal births appear more advantageous than C-sections. Concern about a newborn’s bacterial flora is not a topic you’re likely to hear discussed in the waiting room of the maternity ward — but that may change. A new study has found that the way in which babies are delivered …

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