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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Love this little invention. I'm a third-time mama, and I wish I'd had this for my first two. I used to pump regularly to build up a stash, now I don't need to - and that's SUCH a relief. It takes me two days to collect enough milk for a bottle's worth to store in the freezer for the odd occasion when I might need someone else to bottle-feed bub. Such a clever idea”. The Haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collector is a world-first design, giving mums the option to express colostrum antenatally and postnatally in a safe, easy-to-use storage solution. Colostrum contains specialised antibodies and white blood cells that fight bacteria and infection, which are made by mama and passed to bub via the feeding of colostrum. This means it also acts as a protective force and can be considered the first immunity your baby receives after birth - how cool! Remember, breast milk is safe to store at room temperature for up to 4 hours. You need to empty your Ladybugs after 2-3 hours wear and refrigerate your milk in appropriate containers. 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.

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Please note: Ensure clearance from your health professional prior to antenatal expressing as there may be a risk of early labor. Colostrum is traditionally collected in single-use syringes often made from harmful plastics. Our 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! Ensure collector is sterlised before use. Sterilise by using any steam sterilising system or by boiling in water for 2-3 minutes. Two top-rated products in Australia are the Haakaa Ladybug milk collector and the Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump . To all mums and mums-to-be, keep up the fantastic work - you are doing so great! Please remember to always speak to your midwife or healthcare professional before you express colostrum or if you have any questions.Slow and steadily roll your fingers towards the nipple. This action is firm; however, it shouldn’t cause pain. Colostrum is traditionally collected in single-use syringes often made from harmful plastics. Our 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!

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As Alexandra says above, these are designed to catch leaks while you go about your daily life so that you can save every drop for future feeds. Mama, colostrum is something almost magical and is often referred to as ‘liquid gold’ - because it’s honestly worth its weight in gold! So why is this stuff so good, you may ask?However, there is certainly no reason that a healthy mother with a healthy newborn can't also hoard some colostrum antenatally. It's a brilliant idea!" Your caregiver can advise on when you can start expressing colostrum during pregnancy but it's generally thought that towards the end is ideal. Colostrum. They call it liquid gold for good reason. This amazing liquid contains everything your newborn baby needs to thrive in their first hours and days after birth. Sterilize each colostrum collector before use with any steam sterilizing system or by boiling in water for 2-3 minutes. Do not use bleach-based agents to clean this product. Use all the colostrum in the container for one feed and discard any left over. Apart from being the cutest breastfeeding accessory, these little gems are your boobies' best friend.

Silicone Colostrum Collector Set | Haakaa USA

Many women are advised by their Midwife or Obstetrician to express colostrum during the later weeks of pregnancy to store for use after birth. Expressing colostrum during pregnancy means that you'll have some saved and on hand for after birth, should your baby need it. On average, a new mama may express only a very small amount (drops) of colostrum each time. This is perfectly normal and is plenty enough to nourish your baby. Every drop counts! At around day 3-5 of motherhood, your breasts will ‘fill up’ and become hard and full. You will also notice your breast milk change colour to white and become much larger in capacity. This is how your breastmilk transitions from colostrum to ‘true’ breastmilk. It’s amazing!Label your collector with the date and place in your container. Put them in the freezer until birth. Make sure to follow your country's guidelines around storing this safely! Absolutely. You can use the Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump to draw out your colostrum and store it in this handy colostrum collector. You may have friends or family that expressed their colostrum during pregnancy. Maybe you’ve even done it yourself! This is amazing for both you and your little one.

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The Haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collector is a world-first design, giving moms the option to express colostrum antenatally and postnatally in a safe, easy-to-use storage solution. The best way to store your colostrum is directly in the Haakaa colostrum collectors. Kathy advises using and then freezing. Make a wide ‘C-grip’ from the side of your breast with your thumb and index finger. Begin wide to stimulate all those ducts that are around your breast.These colostrum collectors come pre-sterilised however they can be reused with the following care instructions. This is common practice for mums with gestational diabetes to help the baby to regulate their blood sugar but increasingly, women with uncomplicated pregnancies are jumping onboard the colostrum expression train . This is due to the benefits of having a stash of colostrum on hand for the period immediately after birth. Women who have access to colostrum are able to use this in the interim period between birth and when their milk comes in fully. Perfect for those cluster feeding nights when your baby just wants to be on the boob! Haakaa is extremely excited to announce the launch of the first-of-its-kind Silicone Colostrum Collector! These are made of 100% medical grade silicone and collect your droplets of hand-expressed colostrum off your nipple with a gentle vacuum effect. You can also remove the nib and express larger droplets directly into it! The Silicone Colostrum Collector Set comes with 6 x Colostrum Collectors (4ml) and a complimentary cotton wipe, together in a clear storage case. Yes, you can use the Haakaa Ladybug Milk Collector in bed. However, breast milk is safe at room temperature for up to 4 hours.