Do pregnancy-related changes in the microbiome stimulate innate immunity?

Highlights: [•] Changes in the immune system and the host microbiome during pregnancy may positively influence the course of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). [•] Innate immunity defects leading to IBD may have been ‘repaired’ during pregnancy. [•] The host may be able to control the intestinal microbiota and use it as a tool to support body functions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]