04/25/2023
I have so much going on, and I am crumpling under the stress, so much so that I have spent MONTHS battling a severe eczema flare up... So, while I have not been working the doula life (because who would want me to be around when I look like this?), I have REALLY missed interacting with mamas and babies. So, really long story made marginally shorter, I learned something new today, and I wanted to share it!
According to a blog posted by Regenerate Health Medical Center, 9 out of 10 eczema causes stem from the gut. Why is this relevant?
It goes on to say that "the first encounter causing gut permeability in babies is c-section birth and/or not being breast-fed. When a child is born vaginally, the baby is exposed to Mom's beneficial, immune-supporting bacteria. Similarly, since all babies are born with a leaky gut, breast milk provides specific proteins to help baby's gut lining heal. The breast milk provides necessary bacteria for a healthy microbiome."
The article was focused on eczema, but WOW! Breast milk is so important, and when possible, so is a vaginal birth. And in case you didn't know, doula care cuts a woman's odds of a cesarean in half :)
If you know someone battling with eczema, the whole article can be found here:
Learn how to naturally treat Eczema at home and also learn the main reasons and causes why Eczema exists. Childrens Eczema is also discussed!
