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How to collect colostrum: The first week - 09/2019

How to collect colostrum: The first week
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Abstract

This handout is for new mothers who have given birth at University of Washington Medical Center, and whose baby cannot yet breastfeed. It explains why mother’s milk matters, and gives instructions on how to collect the first breastmilk for feeding to the baby.

Author
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2019
Revision Date
09/2019
General Subject
Pregnancy, Childbirth, & Infant Care
Specific Subject/Keyword
Breastfeeding
Premature Infants
Languages
English
Record ID
4789