Colostrum is the first milk produced by your body, and it’s packed with antibodies, vitamins, and nutrients that are essential for your baby's immune system and development. It provides protection from infections and helps establish healthy breastfeeding.

We recommend starting colostrum harvesting from 37 weeks because this is when your body is typically fully prepared for the process. Before 37 weeks, the breast tissue and milk production might not be fully mature, and early harvesting could stimulate premature labor in some cases.

During pregnancy, it’s important to avoid hot baths as they can raise your body temperature to unsafe levels, which may pose risks for both you and your baby. A warm bath, however, can help relax your muscles, relieve stress, and soothe aches without overheating your body. Always ensure the water is comfortably warm, not hot, to maintain a safe temperature for both you and your baby.

The area of skin that will stretch, called the perineum, is external. The oil isn't needed internally, as your vagina is naturally lubricated. You only need to apply Peri Prep to those fingers or thumbs that are massaging and stretching the skin of the perineum. Please refer to the instructions on the label QR code on the bottle for guidance on how to do perineal massage or check out our How to: Perineal Massage webinar.

Our blog talks through how to do perineal massage, and we also have an animated video showing you how to do it too!

The research available is based on women who had undertaken perineal massage from 35 weeks of pregnancy, so there isn’t data on the effects of starting it sooner. If you want to start it sooner it would not be harmful, but equally it may not provide you with any extra benefits.

Yes you can use Spritz for Bits in pregnancy, to soothe a variety of ailments including: if you have piles causing discomfort, for swelling or discomfort around the vulval area, to help calm itching and discomfort of thrush (after seeking assessment/treatment from your midwife or pharmacist) and other irritations such as cystitis or post coital discomfort.

You can use Spritz for bits as often as you feel the need to but most women apply it after going to the toilet and/or each time they change their maternity pad.

Yes. Spritz for Bits offers the same benefits for your caesarean scar as for your vulva and perineal/anal areas. The essential oils it contains can help to relieve itching, stinging and discomfort, and also to help moisturise C-section scars. You can use Spritz for Bits as a spray, or make your own wipe by spraying it onto a tissue and applying as often as needed. This can soothe the general itching which is a normal sign of healing.

Spritz for Bits is safe to use on perineal wounds which have been stitched. It has been made with a range of ingredients to prevent infection, soothe and promote healing. It helps to provide instant relief caused by bruising and swelling during childbirth.