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Colostrum

usgb/kəˈlɑːstrəm/Volume
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Vital Early Milk

Colostrum is crucial for a newborn's health, providing essential nutrients and immune protection.

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The nurse mentioned that colostrum helps protect newborns from infections.
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Short-lived Secretion

Colostrum is only produced for a few days postpartum, before regular breast milk comes in.

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Although colostrum is produced in small amounts, its health benefits are immense.
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Unique to Mammals

The term 'colostrum' is specific to mammalian species that nurse their young.

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The veterinarian advised checking if the newborn puppy was getting colostrum from its mother.
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