I had the chicken pox many years ago, is my 9 day old baby immune to the chicken pox because i breastfeed her?

Yes but not from BF: Your baby is born with your antibodies to illnesses you have had in the past. These antibodies remain for up to six months, offering some protection. After that, the maternal antibodies are no longer present and the best way to continue to protect hour baby is to have all recommended vaccines. If you had a flu vaccine while pregnant, this also applies to flu.

Not Immune: http://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/meds/vaccine-protection/ Breastfeeding is not a substitute for immunization. Your baby i stetting IG A Anitibodies in breast milk. Also, IgG that os from placenta will help. If your baby gets Chicken Pox while breast feeding, it will probably be much milder.

Temporary: The baby will have temporary immunity from antibodies that have passed through the umbilical cord. This wears off within 2-3 weeks and may not be adequate to prevent chickenpox. Breast milk also helps but it is best to avoid contact with the disease until she is immunized.

No: Breast feeding is a definite help for now but the immunity is not complete. For full protection your baby needs vaccination against chicken pox. Usually this vaccine is given as 2 doses at the age of 1 and 4 years