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Colostrum, often referred to as “liquid gold,” is the yellowish milk that's available for your baby immediately following birth before your mature milk comes in a few days later. It contains many vital nutrients for newborns. According to Jenelle Ferry, M.D., neonatologist and director of feeding, nutrition, and infant development at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Florida, colostrum carries immune system components like immunoglobulins, lactoferrin (a protein with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties), and growth factors. Nutritionally, colostrum is higher in protein and lower in fat than mature milk. "The differences in composition are why a baby needs so much less volume of colostrum than they will for mature milk," explained Dr. Ferry.
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