Breastmilk is the best nutrition source for infants, but despite its benefits, breastfeeding rates across the world are suboptimal. There may be various causes for these suboptimal rates of which mastitis is one reason. Overcoming mastitis will likely support mothers on their breastfeeding journey. Find out more from various experts in this field on the benefits of breastfeeding, the importance of a balanced breastmilk microbiota, the causes of mastitis and the role of nutrition to prevent mastitis shown by clinical data.