LESSON #2
BREAST FEEDING BASICS

Breastmilk

The first milk that is produced by a woman’s breasts during pregnancy and for the first few days after birth is called colostrum. Colostrum is perfectly suited to meet the needs of newborn babies. It comes only in small quantities because a newborn’s stomach is only the size of a chick pea! Colostrum is high in protein and helps baby resist infections.

Within a few days of the baby’s birth the breastmilk increases in quantity, and women often say, “My milk has come in.” This breastmilk is thinner and sometimes bluish in colour. Breastmilk is a constantly changing food, and mothers make breastmilk that is suited to their baby’s needs.

 

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