Probiotics in pregnancy

Many people are unaware of the fact that between 40 and 50% of our immune system resides in our gut. This is why using antibiotics and other pharmaceutical drugs which can literally wipe out our gut flora can have such a devastating effect on our health. As this reader demonstrates so clearly, if we look after our gut bacteria, our health and the health of our children can improve dramatically! Just a note – breastfed babies can have anywhere from 1 bowel movement every 10 days to 10 bowel movements a day – both would be considered normal. But babies should not feel pain or discomfort with a ‘normal’ bowel motion.