Send us Fan Mail The infant gut microbiome supports immune development and may help prevent noncommunicable diseases, yet many infants lack essential microbes. In this episode, Stephanie Culler and I discuss the research, the health effects of this deficit, and Persephone Biosciences, the firm she created to address this issue. More information about Stephanie and Persephone Biosciences is at talkingaboutkids.com.

Talking About Kids is a weekly podcast for parents, educators, and direct service providers that explores the latest information on issues impacting children and adolescents, from preventing bullying to unlocking creativity. Hosted by R. Bradley Snyder, author of The 5 Simple Truths of Raising Kids, each episode presents a new topic and introduces listeners to authors, academics, and visionaries from around the globe.&nbsp;