Colostrum – nature’s first gift to a newborn
When a baby is born, a new mother is born. And in the very first moments after birth, something extraordinary happens between them – the first touch, the first cuddle, the first sip. This sip is not ordinary milk, but colostrum – the first, thicker and more yellowish version of milk, which carries the power of nature, concentrated protection and gentle encouragement for a new beginning.
What is colostrum?
Colostrum is the first milk that a mother’s body begins to produce just before birth and in the first few days after birth. Although it is only a few drops, it contains everything a newborn baby needs most at this time: protection, warmth and support for its development.
This thick, golden milk is often called “liquid gold” because:
- helps the newborn defend against infections,
- gently protects the intestines,
- supports the start of digestion and the excretion of meconium (first stool),
- promotes healthy development of internal organs.
And more importantly, colostrum connects mother and baby. Every drop is full of not only nutrients, but also love and closeness.
Why is colostrum so special?
In the first days of life, a baby is still extremely sensitive. Their immune system is still developing, their digestive system is getting used to the world outside the womb, and contact with the outside world brings many challenges. This is where colostrum comes in as a natural first line of defense, which:
- helps create a protective layer in the intestines, (1*)
- supports first digestion and prevents jaundice, (1*)
- contains natural defenses that protect the child from infections (1*)
- at the same time, it ensures a gentle and loving adjustment to life outside the womb.
Colostrum is specially created for the first few days. And although there isn’t much of it, a newborn doesn’t need more – their stomach is the size of a cherry at birth, so a few drops are enough.
Mom needs support too
Breastfeeding is natural, but it is also a new experience that can bring challenges. Therefore, it is important for the mother to take care of herself – for rest, hydration and inner peace, as this directly affects milk production and the quality of breastfeeding.
Natural help: Galex Tea for breastfeeding mothers
Galex Tea is an herbal blend that gently supports the mother’s body after childbirth. Among the herbs it contains are:
- Fennel and cumin – help with milk production and release,
- Melissa and mint – soothe and promote well-being,
- Digestive herbs – beneficial for both mother and baby.
A cup of warm tea is not just a physical aid – it is also a moment for yourself, an opportunity for calm, concentration, and connection with yourself.
The natural beginning of life
Nature is truly wise. Colostrum is not just food – it is the first contact, protection, encouragement and love. With it, a mother gives her child the best start she can give.
At the same time, moms also need gentle support during this wonderful but challenging period. With products like Galex Tea for Breastfeeding Moms, they can help themselves feel more relaxed, confident, and physically balanced. And when mom feels good, the baby feels it too.
Literature: (*)
- Source: Colostrum Use and the Immune System of Premature Newborns: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, (T. Colonetti, I. de Carvalho Florêncio, AJ Grande), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35416063/
Tea for breastfeeding mums
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