02/03/2026
Some parents notice colostrum before birth, while others don’t — and both are completely normal. It’s important to know that the amount you can express before birth does not predict your future milk supply.
During pregnancy, the placenta produces hormones that actively prevent full milk production. Your body is essentially being told to hold off until after birth. It’s the process of labour, birth, and the delivery of the placenta that triggers your body to start producing milk and to adjust it to meet your baby’s growing needs.
Every parent’s milk journey is unique. What matters most is not what happens before birth, but how your body responds afterwards. Understanding this can help you approach breastfeeding with confidence and reassurance, knowing that your body is perfectly designed to meet your baby’s needs once they arrive.
