Haakaa Colostrum Collector Set Reusable Silicone Colostrum Collector for Breastfeeding to Collect, Feed & Store, with 2 Clear Storage Cases & 2 White Cotton Wipe (0.1oz/4ml, 12 PK)

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With a healthy normal pregnancy, because nipple stimulation can trigger uterine contractions, I would say from 37 weeks onwards," says Maternity expert Kathy Fray.

If you are experiencing cracked or sore nipples in the first few days, rubbing some expressed colostrum onto them can help with their healing. With babies we know could likely be low-birth-weight or babies known to be growth-restricted or at risk of hypoglycaemia, it can be fantastic to already have some frozen colostrum to supplement the vulnerable newborn in their first days of life," says Kathy. Up until now, the only option for antenatal expressing of colostrum is into single-use plastic syringes. This means that it can also help in alleviating jaundice where the excess bilirubin is passed through the stool. Most women will feel this happening as their breasts will become heavy, hot, tender to touch, engorged or even painful.

Be gentle with yourself, keep trying and seek support and guidance from your midwife or a lactation consultant.

I didn't have to supplement at all at the hospital because I was able to thaw my colostrum and use the dropper to feed him while we learned to breastfeed. Colostrum is sometimes referred to as your baby's first vaccination, due to the high percentage of protective antibodies and white blood cells that it contains. This is all connected with other systems such as their temperature control, breathing rate, oxygen levels and metabolism! This could be the case if you have gestational diabetes, as the expressed colostrum will come in handy to help regulate baby’s blood sugar levels after birth.If the package is damaged or open, sanitize the product following the instruction below before first use. The colostrum is rich in nutrients, high in protein and low in fat, it is easily absorbed by the newborn, but it is usually produced in small amount. Colostrum also contains high levels secretory immunoglobulin A (SIgA) which helps to fight off viruses! Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Before feeding, warm colostrum by running the collector under warm water until colostrum reaches room temperature.