Question

Can a mother infected with Hepatitis B and positive for the the triple therapy give breast milk to her newborn?

Answer

The Hepatitis B virus can be transmitted through bodily fluids, including breast milk. Especially since newborns usually need three months after receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine to develop antibodies, it is not recommended for mothers infected with Hepatitis B and positive for the the triple therapy to breastfeed to avoid transmitting the infection to the baby. The newborn’s Hepatitis B vaccine should be administered according to the scheduled time.