A reusable set to collect colostrum aka liquid gold.
The Haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collector is a world-first design, allowing mums to express colostrum antenatally and postnatally in a safe, easy-to-use storage solution.
Colostrum is traditionally collected in single-use syringes often made from harmful plastics. The Haakaa collector is made of 100% medical-grade silicone, which means it won't leach nasty toxins and can be safely stored in the fridge or freezer. It's easy-to-use and reuse, making it the ideal option for mums both before and after birth!
The Silicone Colostrum Collector Set comes with 6 x Colostrum Collectors (4ml) and a complimentary cotton wipe, together in a clear storage case
What are the benefits of expressing colostrum in pregnancy?
There are several benefits from expressing during pregnancy, including:
- helping to support successful breastfeeding after birth — women who express are generally motivated to do all they can to increase their likelihood of exclusively breastfeeding their baby
- building a supply of colostrum is useful in case the baby needs extra feeds and avoids offering formula
- managing potential feeding problems relating to prematurity or a congenital disorder
- managing feeds for babies of diabetic mothers where there is a risk of having problems maintaining a normal blood sugar level
- having a store of colostrum if the baby is likely to need special care and is likely to be separated from their mother
*Ensure clearance from your health professional prior to antenatal expressing as there may be a risk of early labour.
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Pick a time when you’re relaxed and feeling calm.
1. Wash your hands with soap and water and dry well.
2. Using your thumb on top of your breast and your forefingers underneath, gently press your fingers towards your chest.
3. Compress the breast tissue, hold briefly and then release. Try not to squeeze or pinch the nipple.
4. Collect the colostrum in either a sterile syringe or a clean container.
5. Express each breast twice during each expression.
You can collect colostrum twice a day in each syringe or container. Between expressions, store the colostrum in the fridge. Label with the date, cap the syringe and put in a plastic bag and into the freezer.
Aim to express 2 to 3 times each day from around 36 weeks of pregnancy. Start gently and slowly, eventually building up to 3 to 5 minutes of expressing on each breast twice each day.
During pregnancy, the breasts produce their first milk, known as colostrum. Colostrum is high in antibodies and protective substances that help to support a newborn baby's immunity. Although not much colostrum is produced, it is very high in energy, protein and fat. Colostrum is also easy for newborns to digest.
There can be benefits to expressing and storing colostrum during pregnancy in case it is needed after birth. If there is a risk of premature birth or of your baby having feeding problems, the person providing your maternity care may recommend you express and store some colostrum.
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