This 1.5-hour course dives into the unique role of human milk for optimal infant health. We'll explore how milk composition differs in "nesting" and "carrying" mammals, reflecting their needs. You'll learn about the distinct characteristics of early colostrum versus mature milk in humans. We'll delve into the diverse fats found in human milk, and discuss the protective roles of lactoferrin and lysozyme, special proteins. Explore the importance of lactose for brain development and how human milk's complex carbohydrates shield newborns from pathogens. Finally, the course will touch upon the one recommended supplement for a human-milk fed babies in the first six months.