At birth, your newborn is confronted for the first time with a variety of bacteria that settle in the intestines. During a natural birth, these come from the maternal vaginal microbiome (e.g. Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus and Streptococcus, as well as Bacteroides and Bifidobacterium).

In contrast, during a cesarean birth, the first bacteria come primarily through skin contact with family members and from the environment, which leads to a different “starting microbiome”.

During breastfeeding, the baby absorbs a variety of different bacteria through breast milk, including lactic acid bacteria. These are part of the infant's natural microbial environment.

The composition of breast milk differs from alternative bottle formula, which is, however, tailored to the specific needs of infants.

With the introduction of pureed meals, new species of bacteria enter the intestine, and during the first two years of life the composition of the child's microbiome changes dynamically.

A balanced and age-appropriate diet with a variety of foods, including whole grain products, fruits and vegetables, contributes to a varied nutrient intake.

In older children and adults, the microbiome changes less dynamically, but remains influenced by various factors such as diet, lifestyle and environmental influences. Each phase of life brings different changes in the microbiome.

The composition of our Dailybacs® Kids takes into account the typical eating habits of children and adolescents. From the age of 17, we recommend switching to Dailybacs® Women/Men, which are tailored to the general diet of adults.