Colostrum harvesting
Hi all
What week did you start harvesting your colostrum? I’m 29 weeks now and wondering when is best to start. I’ve heard it can bring on labour so don’t want to start it too early! TIA X
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Yep, you're absolutely right. Not before 37 weeks as the stimulation can bring on labour. Labour before 37 weeks would be classed as premature and therefore higher risk birth. Definitely best to wait! There's also a risk of you stimulating your breasts into full milk production which would mean uncomfortable boobs and risk of mastitis.
I'm 36 weeks and going to be induced in a few days' time, and I'm still nervous to start harvesting. I'm afraid that baby will come before the induction date as I'm waiting on siblings overseas to arrive and keep my toddler. I'm going to start the night before induction. I hope that I can get enough.
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My midwife advised to wait until 37 weeks, which is next week for me 😊