Colostrum Kit - Tips & Info.
Why express colostrum antenatally?
You will have learned the skill in case you need it.
You might be able to store some.
Your baby may benefit from expressed colostrum if:
They are reluctant to feed, are separated for some reason, if your baby needs to be cared for in the neonatal intensive care or special care baby unit.
Expressed colostrum can help treat jaundice or low blood sugar while avoiding formula.
Is it safe to express in pregnancy?
Research tells us that as long as there’s no history of late miscarriage etc it’s fine to express from 36 weeks with no risk of premature labour. Do discuss your personal circumstances with your midwife.
Any signs of cramping, pain or bleeding-stop and discuss with your midwife.
When?
From 36/37 weeks.
Twice a day for no more than about 5/6 mins each time.
How to use your Baby-Thrive Colostrum collection kit.
Colostrum kit hand expression tips:
⭐️It’s just for practice, get familiar with your body & try the technique.
⭐️Works best if you relax-do you like warmth? Music? Massage?
⭐️Be gentle with yourself.
⭐️Press back, then gentle squeeze forwards.
⭐️Let me know how you get on!
Want to know more?
Global Health Media have an excellent video on how to express colostrum here.
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