Question
Why is colostrum a boon to the new born baby?
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Answer
Mother's milk is considered most appropriate or a boon for a newborn infant as it provides immunity in the initial period of baby's life. The yellowish fluid colostrum secreted by mother during the initial days of lactation has abundant antibodies (IgA) to protect the infant.
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