High Quality Online Evidence-Based Learning For:

IBCLCs, CLCs, Lactation Professionals, Midwives, Nurses, Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Doctors, Students, & Other Perinatal Experts


The Microbiome Is The Missing Link In Lactation Education

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230 Lessons - 70 Videos - Self-Paced - 1 Year Access

"I knew breastfeeding was the BEST for every baby. I just didn't know exactly why. Now I do."
Deborah S Prather, CLC. LCCE, CD(DONA), PCD(DONA), USA

"Every health professional should know this information, to better improve maternal and infant health under your watch"
 Debra Graham, IBCLC with Midwifery, Cambridge, UK

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Evidence-Based

Updated for 2026


Clinically Applicable

Knowledge You Can Use In Your Practice TODAY


Approved For 17 Hours CPD
Accepted as 17 L-CERPs


What You'll Learn:

✅The Connection Between Human Milk & The Microbiome
✅HMOs & Infant Immunity
✅Birth, Antibiotics & Gut Health
✅Expressed Milk, Donor Milk & ✅Infant Formula
✅Clinical Insights For Lactation Professionals


Breast Milk & The Infant Microbiome

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Covering:


👉Human Milk Science: HMOs, Microbes & Other Bioactives In Breast Milk,
👉Sealing Of The Infant Gut & Infant Immune System Training
👉The Protective Power Of Human Milk & How Milk Influences Brain Development
👉Knowledge YOU Can Use In Your Practice TODAY!
👉Includes Breastfeeding, Expressed Milk, Donor Milk & Infant Formula


✅ Updated for 2026
✅ 17 CPD HOURS / CE
✅ 17 L-CERPs
✅ Certiifcate of Completion
✅ 1 Year Unlimited Access
✅ Downloadable Resources
✅ Research Reference Lists
✅ 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

Learn DIRECT from 7 Top Lactation Scientists


Lars Bode

Professor of Pediatrics, University of California, San Diego


Meghan Azad

Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of Manitoba


Bruce German

Professor & Food Chemist, University of California, Davis


David Mills

Professor of Microbiology, University of California, Davis


Gregor Reid

Professor, Microbiology & Immunology, Western University


Rodney Dietert

Emeritus Professor, Immunotoxicology, Cornell University


Jennifer Smilowitz

Assistant Professor, University of California, Davis


COURSE FEATURES

100+ VISUAL-BASED PDFs

70+ SHORT VIDEOS FEATURING

7 TOP PROFESSORS & SCIENTISTS

PLUS GRADED TESTS,

DOWNLOADABLE HANDOUTS,

DISCUSSION FORUMS

& CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION


Breast Milk & The Infant Microbiome

Course Curriculum

  START HERE: BREAST MILK AND THE INFANT MICROBIOME
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  Session 1. Introduction to human milk
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  Session One Further Learning: What is in human milk?
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  Session Two: Microbes in breast milk
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  Session Two Further Learning: Microbes in human milk
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  Session 3. HMOs in human milk
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  Session Three Further Learning: HMOs in human milk
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  Session 4. Variation of HMOs in different mothers
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  Session Four Further Learning: Secretors and non-secretors
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  Session 5. HMOs and microbes in the infant gut
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  Session 6. Breast milk and infant immune training
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  Session Six Further Learning: Summary of “Seed and Feed” Process
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  Session 7. How HMOs affect infant body systems
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  Session Seven: Further Learning
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  Session 8. Expressed milk and donor milk
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  Session Eight Further Learning: The protective power of breast milk
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  Session 9. HMOs and infant formula
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  Session Nine Further Learning: More on infant formula
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  Evaluation Form, Certificate of Completion & Course Downloads
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LIMITED TIME OFFER:

INCLUDES 2 EXCLUSIVE BONUSES

2 Evidence-Based Masterclass Presentations With Downloadable Transcripts
BONUS #1
Masterclass Presentation:
How Human Milk Shapes The Brain

Brittany Howell,
Assistant Professor of Neuroscience, Virginia Tech


BONUS #2
Masterclass Presentation:
Human Milk 101:
Composition of Human Milk vs Infant Formula

Jennifer Smilowitz,
Assistant Professor, University of California, Davis


Approved For 17 Hours CPD Accepted as 17 CERPs


17 HOURS CPD (Australian College of Midwives ACM)

17 HOURS / 1.7 CEUs (Midwifery Education Accreditation Council MEAC)

17 HOURS CPD can be used for revalidation by Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

17 CE HOURS / 1.7 CEUs (MEAC) are applicable for Certified Professional Midwives recertifying through the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM)

17 CE HOURS by MEAC accepted as 17 Contact Hours by International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA)

17 CE HOURS by MEAC accepted as 17 Contact Hours by Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA)

17 CE HOURS by MEAC accepted as 17 Contact Hours by LAMAZE International

17 CE HOURS by MEAC accepted as 17 Contact Hours by DONA International


✅17 CPD Hours can be counted as CERPs by IBLCE

IMPORTANT CERP info:
According to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE), Individual CERPs Guide for Recertificattion, Section IIIa, education that has been awarded educational credit by another board or organisation may be counted as CERPs.
Each CPD Hour credit from ACM (APPROVED) can be counted as one CERP.
Total = 17 CPD HOURS (ACM) = 17 CERPs.


CERP Recertification

IMPORTANT: If this course is purchased on or after January 1st 2026, according to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) Individual CERPs Guide For Recertification, Secion IIIA, education that has been awarded educational credit by another board or organization may be counted as CERPs. This course has been awarded 17 HOURS CPD/CE continuing education credits from Australian College of Midwives (ACM) and MIdwifery Education Accreditation Council.

Each 17 Hours CPD credit can be counted as 1 CERP, total 17 L-CERPs.


Lactation specific education:

  • Includes in-person presentations, online education, distance learning and independent study modules.
  • Education may be from an IBLCE verified Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERP) Provider, but it is not required to be. If you attend a session that has been awarded CERPs by IBLCE: For your lactation education requirement, only the hours verified as L-CERPs will be accepted.
  • For the two (2) hours of WHO Code education requirement only, the hours could have been assigned L- or E-CERPs.
  • For the five (5) hours of education focused on communication skills only, the hours could have been assigned L- or R-CERPs.
  • Education is to be on topics that are specific to lactation and breastfeeding, examples of which can be found on the IBCLC Detailed Content Outline.
  • One education hour for 60 minutes of education.

Breast Milk and the Microbiome

17 CPD Hours – approved BY ACM

Accepted as 17 CERPs in the following categories as outlined by IBCLC-Commission Detailed Content Outline:


International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.
Detailed Content Outline


International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. Detailed Content Outline

I. Development and Nutrition

A. Infant

2. Food intolerances/allergies

·      Session 6: Infant Immune Training

·      Session 6: Further Learning: Infant Immune Training

·      2 HOURS

3. Infant anatomy and anatomical/oral challenges

·      Session 5: HMOs and Microbes In The Infant Gut

·      Session 5: Further Learning: HMOs and Microbes In The Infant Gut

·      2 HOURS

4. WHO guidelines for introducing complementary foods

·      Session 9: HMOs and Infant Formula

·      Session 9: Further Learning: HMOs and Infant Formula

·      1 HOUR

6. Milk banking – formal and informal

·      Session 8: Expressed Milk and Donor Milk

·      1 HOUR

7. Normal infant behaviours

·      Session 6: How HMOs Affect Infant Body Systems

·      Session 6: Further Learning: How HMOs Affect Infant Body Systems

·      2 HOURS

11. Term development and growth

·      Session 8: Further Learning: The Protective Power of Breast Milk

·      1 HOUR

 

B. Maternal

3. Composition of human milk

·      Session 1: Introduction to human milk

·      Session 1: Further Learning: What is in human milk?

·      Session 2: Microbes in Human Milk

·      Session 2: Further Learning: Microbes in Human Milk

·      Session 3: HMOs in Human Milk

·      Session 3: Further Learning: HMOs in Human Milk

·      6 HOURS

4. Maternal anatomical challenges

·      Session 4: Variations of HMOs in Different Mothers

·      Session 4: Further Learning: Secretors versus Non-secretors

·      2 HOURS

Total 17 HOURS = 17 L-CERPs

Over 1,000 people have taken this course.

What do they think?


"Wow, what a fantastic course! I have learned so much about the perfectly evolved microbiological interplay between a mother's milk, her baby's microbiome and the affect this has on lifelong health.

The knowledge gained has strengthened my feelings of responsibility and determination to provide families with the support, protection and information they need to facilitate the optimal "seeding and feeding" of their baby's microbiome.

Throughout the course, as a breastfeeding mum myself, I felt in awe of and proud of how my body works with my babies' bodies to actively protect their health.

I strongly recommend this course to anyone working with mothers and babies"

- Esther Gurau BSc(hons), RM, IBCLC, Mother.

 

"Wow. So much information that is so relevant. The experts were so compelling. Such an interesting subject and confirms the notion that breastmilk is complicated and important to the survival of our species. I applaud you all."

Karen Hartling


More Feedback From Previous Attendees


I loved this course! I've taken your other mini courses before, and I've loved them all! I definitely have an affection towards microbes now, and I'm always sharing my findings with others! Definitely would recommend!

 Ronee Welch, CLC, sleep consultant, parenting coach, infant massage educator, nutrition coach, health/life coach, Pennsylvania, USA

 

Every health professional should know this information....it will guide and empower you in your work to better improve maternal and infant health under your watch

 Debra Graham, IBCLC with Midwifery, Cambridge, UK


This is a deep dive into a significant element of human milk, HMOs. I didn't understand the importance and the mechanism of them until now.

Suzanne W Crable, Lactation Consultant, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

 

Well presented course that expanded my knowledge and ensured I have more evidenced based information to support the families I work with .Thank You

Robyn Watson, CHN Lactation consultant, QLD Australia

 

This is a significant course that provides key insights into the desirability of breastfeeding. Along with the health factors, the breeding/feeding for healthy microbiota, gut evolution and depth of important organ development - this is a dynamic course for all!

Roxane Thompson, Birth Doula, Greater Bay Area SF/Peninsula California


Breast Milk and the Infant Microbiome is a a well organized and informative presentation on the properties if human milk specifically HMOs. I have been a lactation consultant and maternal child nurse for many years, this course expanded my knowledge base and will improve my practice and staff education repertoire. I would recommend this course to lactation consultants and health care providers supporting breastfeeding families.

Marcia Tessier, RN Lactation Consultant, Massachusetts, USA

 

I knew breastfeeding was the BEST for every baby. I just didn't know exactly why. Now I do. I know about the three ways to learn. By reading and then watching a video it combined auditory and visual learning. Now to figure out what information to present to clients as a childbirth educator, a doula, and CLC.

Deborah S Prather, CLC. LCCE (Lamaze certified childbirth educator), a CD(DONA) and a PCD(DONA) - that's a DONA certified birth and postpartum doula, Fredericksburg, Virginia

 

This course about the micobiome of the infant's gut/intestine is very worthwhile. I goes into detail about the oligosaccharides and immunity system which is mentioned. This course breaks them down and boost your confidence. I have been hearing since 2008 that even 1(one) bottle can disrupt the infant's microbiota and this course confirms that. I have learnt a great deal of knowledge, thanks to the researchers and organizers. When you see the word MICROBIOME and MICROBIOTA, they seem boring but this course brings them alive, I am glad I signed up for it. It is well worth it. I would have regretted it if I did not do it.

Paultina Anderson, I am a retired nurse and midwife and an IBCLC, Trinidad and Tobago West Indies



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FAQ


Q. How long do I get access?

A. One year unlimited access. In that time, you can take the course as many time as you like!


Q. Do I get a downloaded certificate of completion when I finish the course?

A. Yes. A form-fillable PDF is available immediately you finish the course.


Q. Who funded this course?

A. This course has been created and independently funded by Toni Harman and Alex Wakeford, the founders of MICROBIOME COURSES. #Toni and Alex are the filmmakers behind the award-winning documentary MICROBIRTH. Toni and Alex, and their company Alto Films Ltd, are completely independent. We have no affiliations with, and receive no income from, any other organisation or company.


Q. What CPD/CE do I receive?

A. 17 HOURS CPD (ACM/MEAC)

Accepted as 17 L-CERPs.

More information on Continuing Education / Continuing Professional Development credits

17 CPD HOURS - Approved by Australian College of Midwives (ACM)

This course can be used as 17 HOURS CPD for revalidation by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK

17 HOURS / 1.7 CEUs have been approved by the Midwifery Educational Accreditation Council (MEAC) Program No #M2324-85-0621DE

These Midwifery CEUs are applicable for Certified Professional Midwives recertifying through the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) and can also be used for recertification and general career development by midwives and other healthcare providers.

1.7 CEUs (MEAC) Program No #M2324-85-0621DE accepted as 17 HOURS of continuing education (17 CONTACT HOURS) by ICEA, CAPPA, LAMAZE International and DONA International.


Q. What about CERPs?

A. Important note: Due to a rule change for IBLCE Short Term Providers that came into place on 1st January 2026, this course is NOW approved for Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs).

If this course is purchased on or after January 1st 2026, according to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) Individual CERPs Guide For Recertification, Secion IIIA, education that has been awarded educational credit by another board or organization may be counted as CERPs. This course has been awarded 17 HOURS CPD/CE continuing education credits from Australian College of MIdwives (ACM) and MIdwifery Education Accreditation Council. Each 17 Hours CPD credit can be counted as 1 CERP, total 17 L-CERPs.


Q. Re CERPs, what if I have purchased the course before?

A. This CERPs are ONLY available if you purchase the course AFTER 1st January 2026. If you have purchased the course before 1st January 2026, then the CPD credits will not be accepted by IBLCE as CERPs.


Q. Has the course been updated recently?

A. Yes, we have updated the course content in the past 6 months (Dec 2025/Jan 2026), so that the information is evidence-based and accurate.


Q. Can I get a refund if I don't like it?

A. We offer a 30 day money back guarantee. If you buy the course and don't like it, let us know and we'll give you a full refund. Contact us using this form: https://microbirth.com/contact-us/


Q. What if I have another question?

A. Contact us using this form: https://microbirth.com/contact-us/