Colostrum

Colostrum (Colostrum) is the primary discharge from the mammary glands that occurs immediately after, and sometimes before, childbirth before the woman begins to produce real milk to feed the baby. Colostrum is a relatively clear liquid containing serum, white blood cells (leukocytes) and protective antibodies.

Colostrum plays an important role in maintaining the immunity and health of the newborn baby. It contains a high concentration of immunoglobulins and other immune factors obtained from the mother. These antibodies help protect the baby from infections in the first few months of life, until his own immune system has fully developed.

In addition to immune factors, colostrum also contains the optimal balance of proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals necessary for the growth and development of the baby. It is easily digestible and promotes a healthy digestive system.

Doctors recommend feeding your baby exclusively colostrum for the first few days of life. Even a small amount of colostrum in the first hours after birth can provide the baby with significant immune protection. Therefore, it is very important that the newborn receives as much maternal colostrum as possible for the optimal start in life.

Colostrum is the primary secretion from the mammary glands that occurs immediately after or even before the birth of a child, before the mother begins to produce real milk. It has a relatively transparent consistency and contains blood serum and leukocytes, which protect the child’s body from infections.

After giving birth, a woman may produce colostrum for several more days until full milk begins to be produced. Colostrum contains a large amount of protein, which a child needs for growth and development. In addition, colostrum contains immunoglobulins, which protect the child from various diseases and infections.

However, despite all the usefulness of colostrum, we should not forget that it can contain bacteria and viruses, so before feeding your baby you need to thoroughly wash your hands and keep the utensils clean. It should also be remembered that colostrum cannot completely replace breast milk, so it is best to breastfeed your baby for as long as possible.

Colostrum is the primary secretion of the mammary glands in women, which occurs even before the production of real milk for feeding newborns. It is released approximately 3-5 days before labor or immediately at the time of its onset. The term "colostrum" usually refers to the secretions produced