Breastmilk composition: Different stages

How Breast Milk Changes to Meet Babies' Needs. here is an outline from neolacta's article on Different stages of Breastmilk composition 
  1. Colostrum
  2. Transitional Milk
  3. Mature Milk

Colostrum -First stage of Milk

Colostrum occurs during pregnancy and last for several days after baby’s birth. This yellowish sticky milk is thicker and is very important for protecting your baby. Colostrum is very easy to digest.

Colostrum has same nutrients as later stages of milk however the amount of these ingredients varies and its tailored in such a way it suits the new-born baby.

The first milk colostrum is high in antibodies and white blood cells. It protects your baby from infections and very important for the digestive system.

After two to four days, Colostrum replaces with transitional milk.

Transitional Milk — Second stage of Milk

Transition milk replaces Colostrum. It’s creamy and has high level of proteins, vitamins, fat and lactose. The color of the milk slowly changes from yellow to white. As the breast starts to stimulate you might feel fuller, firmer and a bit of discomfort. Regular feeding can ease any discomfort during this stage.

Mature Milk — Third stage of Milk

After few weeks, your milk reaches mature milk. It is lighter in color and stays consistent. But composition of your breast milk can still change from day-to-day and feed to feed.

For example, if you or your baby is unwell, your body will make antibiotics that will help fight the illness. As your baby grows the composition of the milk changes to meet as per the child’s growth.

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