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Colostrum

usgb/kəˈlɑːstrəm/Volume
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Vital Early MilkPlay
Colostrum is crucial for a newborn's health, providing essential nutrients and immune protection. SlideThe nurse mentioned that colostrum helps protect newborns from infections.
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Short-lived SecretionPlay
Colostrum is only produced for a few days postpartum, before regular breast milk comes in. SlideAlthough colostrum is produced in small amounts, its health benefits are immense.
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Unique to MammalsPlay
The term 'colostrum' is specific to mammalian species that nurse their young. SlideThe veterinarian advised checking if the newborn puppy was getting colostrum from its mother.