Our biggest ever breastfeeding online event!
For IBCLCs, CLCs, Lactation Professionals, Midwives, Student Midwives, Nurses, Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Doctors, Students, Maternity Health Practitioners & Other Perinatal Experts PLUS Parents Too!
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
FREE ACCESS: June 25-29, 2026
"Sure to IGNITE YOUR PASSSION for breastfeeding! Will make you excited to share this cutting edge information with EVERYONE!"
Jacqueline, Registered Dietitian, USA
Join 8 world-leading scientists as they share the latest discoveries transforming our understanding of infant health.
FREE TO JOIN 25-29 JUNE, 2026
What You'll Learn in the BREAST MILK SUMMIT
The Latest Science of the Infant Microbiome
Understand how early microbial colonisation influences immunity, metabolism, and disease risk later in life.
The Hidden Biology of Human Milk
Explore the complex ecosystem within breast milk and how it supports microbial development in infants.
Breast Milk and Immune Programming
Learn how bioactive components in milk shape immune development during the critical early months of life.
Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs)
Discover the remarkable molecules that selectively nourish beneficial gut bacteria in infants.
Featuring Leading Scientists & Researchers
This summit features high-quality filmed interviews and presentations with some of the world’s most respected experts in:
• Infant microbiome research
• Human milk biology
• Immunology
• Nutritional science
Each interview and presentation distills complex research into clear, practical understanding, giving you rare insights directly from scientists advancing this field
Watch BREAST MILK SUMMIT Preview
8 Top Professors - 32 Videos - 5 Expert Presentations - Fill your boots with knowledge!
Evidence-Based
Cutting-Edge Science
Breast Milk Breakthroughts
The Critical Role of Human Milk In Immunity & Development
Practical Strategies
Actionable Tips & Strategies For Health Professionals & Parents
"Finally, the nitty-gritty science and evidence based information we can offer to new parents to make a truly informed decision on how to feed their babies!" -
Danielle, Postpartum Doula, USA
BREAST MILK SUMMIT
Free to access: June 25-29, 2026
Starts Thursday 25th June at 4am Pacific Time, 7am Eastern Time, 12 noon UK Time
How the Summit Works
The Breast Milk Summit is designed to be simple and accessible.
Step 1 – Register For The BREAST MILK SUMMIT
Reserve your spot and receive access to all 32 Videos & 5 Presentations with the summit from June 25-29, 2026.
Step 2 – Learn from Leading Scientists
Each interview and presentation reveals cutting-edge insights into human milk and the infant microbiome.
Step 3 – Optional Upgrade to the full BREAST MILK & INFANT MICROBIOME COURSE
👉Sorry, no certificate is available for the free version of the BREAST MILK SUMMIT.
👉OPTIONAL PURCHASE: The videos from the BREAST MILK SUMMIT come from the full-length course.
The full-length course has been approved for 17 Hours CPD which may be accepted as 17 L-CERPS by IBLCE (includes downloadable certificate)
Updated for 2026 - 230 Lessons - 70 Videos - Self-Paced - 1 Year Access.
Limited time offer 60% discount (offer ends 30th June at 23.59 PT)
Price USD $80 (Save $120) >>> BUY NOW <<<
Learn DIRECT from 8 Top Professors & 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
Brittany Howell
Neuroscientist & Assistant Professor, Virgina Tech
BREAST MILK SUMMIT:
Schedule of Videos
DAY 1: THURS 25th JUNE
Why Is Breast Milk
So Special?
- VIDEO: Meet the experts
- VIDEO: The evolution of lactation
- VIDEO: How is breast milk produced by the mother?
- VIDEO: What is in human breast milk?
- VIDEO: Why is human milk so special?
- VIDEO: Why does a baby need breast milk?
- DAY 1 QUIZ: Test your knowledge about today's learning!
BONUS CONTENT:
- PRESENTATION: Dr Brittany Howell, Neuroscientist, How Milk Shapes The Brain
- VIDEO: Breastfeeding and infant brain development
- VIDEO: Breast milk and infant brain development
- VIDEO: Gut microbes & infant brain development
DAY 2: FRI 26th JUNE
The Science Of
Breast Milk
VIDEO: What are human milk oligosaccharides?
VIDEO: Chemistry of human milk oligosaccharides
VIDEO: Diversity of HMOs produced by different mothers
VIDEO: HMOs changing over period of lactation
VIDEO: HMOs in colosutrum
VIDEO: Are HMOs the key to human health?
DAY 2 QUIZ: Test your knowledge about today's learning!
BONUS CONTENT:
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PRESENTATION: Dr Jennifer Smilowitz, The Impact Of Human Milk Bioactive Molecules
DAY 3: SAT 27th JUNE
Breast Milk And
The Infant Microbiome
VIDEO: Connection between microbes & HMOs
VIDEO: Why do babies need breast milk?
VIDEO: What is special about bifidobacteria?
VIDEO: HMOs are the perfect food for beneficial gut microbes
VIDEO: Why are some types of microbes "missing"?
VIDEO: Fermentation of HMOs and no. of poops per day
DAY 3 QUIZ: Test your knowledge about today's learning!
BONUS CONTENT:
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INTERVIEW: Meghan Azad, Human Milk Q&A
DAY 4: Sun 28th June
How Breast Milk Affects Infant Body Systems
VIDEO: The gut microbiome and development of the infant immune system
VIDEO: The training of the infant immune system
VIDEO: Impact of HMOs on child health
VIDEO: Fermentation of HMOs produces short-chain fatty acids
VIDEO: Summary of benefits of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs)
DAY 4 QUIZ: Test your knowledge about today's learning!
BONUS CONTENT:
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PRESENTATION: Dr Rodney Dietert, Role of Human Milk For Human Health
DAY 5: Mon 29th June
HMOs in Breast Milk
vs Infant Formula
VIDEO: Why add HMOs to infant formula?
VIDEO: What happens if a baby does not receive HMOs?
VIDEO: HMOs added to infant formula and secretor status
VIDEO: How many types of HMOs are being added to infant formula?
VIDEO: Are HMOs in formula the same as in human milk?
VIDEO: Long-term risks for human health?
DAY 5 QUIZ: Test your knowledge about today's learning!
BONUS CONTENT:
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PRESENTATION: Dr Jennifer Smilowitz, Human Milk 101: Composition of Human Milk vs Infant Formula
Over 15,000 people have joined us for the BREAST MILK SUMMIT.
What did they think?
Invaluable, concise information delivered by credible sources!
Kaitlyn, Medical Receptionist, Canada
It's amazing. The videos are very easy to understand
Natalia, Teacher, Argentina
Extremely in-depth and clear guide, invaluable to all who are interested in Breastfeeding or who work to support Breastfeeding/Health Professionals.
Amanda, Peer Supporter, UK
Great use of scientific evidence to help promote and protect breastfeeding. Essential learning for any health professional supporting breastfeeding mothers.
Natalie , Public Health Nutritionist, UK
Breastmilk is so much more than nutrition and this demonstrates how and why.
Hannah, Working towards a private lactation practice
Experts are highly qualified and speak plainly enough to be understood.
Laura, RN, IBCLC, LCCE, CLC, USA
A great introduction to the ingredients and importance of breastmilk.
Tricia, Breastfeeding Counsellor, UK
Absolutely fascinating, can’t wait to get to know the full course content!
Josefine, Nurse, Ireland
More Feedback From Previous Attendees
This course provides a good overview of the importance of human milk for the baby's microbiome, and thus life-time health; very important information to support families to make informed decisions.
Evelyn, RN, Canada
Sure to ignite your passion for breastfeeding! Will make you excited to share this cutting edge information with EVERYONE!
Jacqueline, Registered Dietitian, USA
If you aren't sure of the difference in HMOs in breast milk and breast milk substitute, you need to watch this!
Lisa, Registered Nurse, Canada
A deeper exploration of the superpower that is breastmilk.
Heidi, Public Health Nurse, Canada
Absolutely essential knowledge if working with pregnant or new mothers and babies in any setting.
Jean, Mostly retired IBCLC in private practice, South Africa
FAQ
Q. How long do I get access?
A. Free access is from 25-29 June.
Free Access opens at 4am PT, 7am ET, 12 noon UK on Thursday 25th June.
Each day over the BREAST MILK SUMMIT, you have 24 hours to watch that day's videos.
Access to the whole event ends on Tuesday 30th June at 4am PT, 7am ET, 12 noon UK.
Q. What if I want longer access?
A. You can upgrade to the full-length BREAST MILK AND THE INFANT MICROBIOME - ONLINE COURSE which includes ONE YEAR ACCESS. Breast Milk Summit is a shorter (free) taster of the full-length course.
The full-length BREAST MILK & INFANT MICROBIOME COURSE offers ONE YEAR ACCESS.
It's been approved for 17 Hours CPD /CE, which may be accepted as 17 L-CERPS by IBLCE.
Updated for 2026 - 230 Lessons - 70 Videos - Self-Paced - 1 Year Access
You can buy the full course now on the link below and have immediate access to all videos and materials!
Limited time offer 60% discount (this offer ends 30th June at 23.59 PT)
Purchase the full-length course for USD $80 (Save $120) >>> BUY NOW <<
Q. Who funded the BREAST MILK SUMMIT?
A. The BREAST MILK SUMMIT 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. We are proud to be fully compliant with the WHO Code.
Q. Do I get a Certificate of Completion if I watch all the videos in the BREAST MILK SUMMIT?
A. Sorry, no, with the free version of the BREAST MILK SUMMIT, there is no certificate available.
But, if you buy the full-length BREAST MILK AND THE INFANT MICROBIOME COURSE for USD $80 (with a 60% discount), you get a certificate for 17 Hours CPD/CE which may be accepted as 17 CERPs by IBLCE.
Limited time offer 60% discount (offer ends 30th June at 23.59 PT)
Full-length Course: Price USD $80 (Save $120) >>> BUY NOW <<
Q. Why are you offering BREAST MILK SUMMIT for free?
A. Our deep-felt mission is to spread awareness about the infant microbiome, which includes helping more people (health professionals and parents) understand the critical science of human milk.
We want to connect leading microbiome scientists with the birth and breastfeeding community - lactation consultants, breastfeeding professionals, doctors, childbirth educators, doulas, midwives, and other health practitioners wanting change.
We want to unite people together to forge a new plan to accelerate change in global healthcare systems.
Making the content free for a limited time means more people from around the world can learn the incredible science, direct from the brilliant scientists themselves!
We have found that if we turn our educational content into a limited time "event", this creates a sense of buzz and excitement about the learning experience. This makes the whole "Summit experience" really fun, with lots of people engaging in the comments (which we love!)
It also a great way for people to get a taste of the incredible content contained within the full-length course - so some Breast Milk Summiteers take the next step and decide to purchase the full-length Breast Milk and Infant Microbiome online course. This enables us to continue our journey to spread awareness about the microbiome, so it's a win-win for everyone!
Q. What CPD/CE or CERPs do I receive?
A. Sorry, none. But if you buy the full-length BREAST MILK AND THE INFANT MICROBIOME COURSE for USD $80 (60% discount), you get a certificate for 17 Hours CPD/CE which may be accepted as 17 CERPs by IBLCE.
Limited time offer 60% discount (offer ends 30th June at 23.59 PT)
Full-length Course: Price USD $80 (Save $120) >>> BUY NOW <<
Q. Has the content been updated recently?
A. Yes, we have updated the 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. With the free version, there is no refund as it's free.
If you buy the full-length BREAST MILK AND THE INFANT MICROBIOME COURSE for USD $80 (60% discount), and you don't like the content, 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/
Comparison Free vs Paid version
Breast Milk Summit is a shortened free version of the full-length Breast Milk & Infant Microbiome Online Course.
You can buy the full-length Breast Milk and Infant Microbiome online course now and save $120 - limited time offer.
(Regular price is USD $200. Special offer price now is USD $80.)
This offer ends 30th June at 23.59 PT
Find out more about the full-length course on this link >>> CLICK HERE <<<
