Learn more about the expert-developed colostrum collection for maximum peace of mind.

Colostrum is your first, most concentrated form of breast milk, commonly referred to as “liquid gold.” It’s important because, while you won’t produce a large volume of it, it’s so rich in antibodies and immune factors that it helps protect your baby in their earliest days of life.

Developed in collaboration with lactation consultants, our new Colostrum Collection Kit includes everything expecting and newly postpartum moms need to collect and store their first, nutrient-rich breast milk, including education and resources on how to do it safely.

Why Collect Colostrum

One of the most helpful reasons to collect colostrum is to be prepared with feeding options in the first few days of a baby’s life. By collecting colostrum prenatally and freezing it, parents can ensure that, regardless of what happens in the first few days, there is plenty of “liquid gold” to supplement until breastfeeding can resume.

Features & Benefits

• Comfortably & easily catch hand-expressed colostrum
• Safely store small amounts in the refrigerator or freezer
• Learn the Why, When, and How to collect, store, and feed colostrum
• Created in partnership with lactation experts
• For use starting prenatally at 37 weeks through early postpartum

What’s included in the kit

• 1 collection cup
• 20 pre-sterile & individually packaged storage syringes (1mL and 5mL)
• 22 labels
• Storage boxes for the fridge or freezer
• Colostrum Collection 101 Guide

When to use

The Colostrum Collection Kit is intended for collecting, storing, and freezing colostrum from 37 weeks of pregnancy onward. It enables feeding your newborn breast milk if your baby's provider recommends supplementation. Remember, though, everyone should consult with their provider before attempting to collect colostrum.

How It Works

• Learn: About colostrum, how to hand express it, store it, and when to feed your baby
• Collect: In the final weeks of pregnancy (37+ weeks), talk with your provider about hand expressing into the collection cup
• Store: Safely & effectively freeze in the storage box in 1ml or 5ml labeled syringes
• Feed: Talk with your provider about how and when to feed your newborn

Conclusion

Every mother’s body is different; the amount of time it takes for breastmilk to come in will vary for everyone. Whether you plan to pump, exclusively breastfeed, or eventually formula feed, colostrum collection can help your baby’s immune system in those first few days (even hours!).