Why is there a colorless liquid oozing from breast?

Question

I am 8 months pregnant and often I notice a colorless sticky liquid oozing out of my breasts. Is this normal? Should I consult doctor?

Answer 1

Lots of right answers. It is indeed colosturm and clear, sweet and powerful, it is the perfect first food for your baby. It is all he or she will need as a newborn until your milk comes in. In addition to that it contains powerful antibodies that will protect your baby from staphylococcus infections, polio virus, coxsackie B virus, infant diarrhea, and Escherichia coli infection...the very germs that infants are most susceptible to.
It is almost impossible to list all the positive benefits of breastfeeding.
Breast feeding gives your baby an immunity to almost all common childhood diseases until you stop breastfeeding entirely.
Breastfeeding is the easy, economical way to feed your baby, there are no bottles to carry around or sterilize and breastmilk is always the perfect temperature. It will also allow you to get the rest you need as breastfeeding mothers do not have to get up at night (or any other time) to fix a bottle for a crying, hungry baby. Most of us just cuddle our baby down next to us and sleep from the very beginning. You will want to do a quick diaper change and remember to change sides but other than that nighttime can be a very peaceful time for a breastfeeding mother. Since the baby's needs are met so quickly they do not fuss or cry, they return to sleep easily and quickly. Other family members will comment that they do not even know there is a baby in the house!
A fact not often mentioned is that when you nurse the baby your body produces oxytocin, often called the "mother love" hormone which creates an almost euphoric feeling. Nursing mothers feel a rather sensual, satisfying closeness to their babies that bottle feeding mothers totally miss.
Even if you do not plan to breastfeed please be sure to give your baby the benefit of this first, perfect food. If you will only breastfeed for a few weeks you will be giving your baby a precious gift and a powerful tool to stay healthy. If you have to you can always stop nursing your baby, if you never even try, the chance is lost forever. Next to life itself there is nothing more important that you can do for your baby.
It is true however that if you are HIV positive you should not breastfeed. I mention that because it is probably the only time that breastfeeding should NOT to attempted. Everything else can be worked around.
If you have any questions or if you would like to know more please contact La Leche League, they are the experts and are available everywhere. I am sure that there is a chapter in your town, they also have a website.
There should be a lactation consultant at your hospital and if you have not nursed before she can be a huge source of information.
Good luck dear and I hope I have been a helpful.
Blessings
Lady Trinity~

Answer 2

Many men, but not all, ooze something commonly called pre-come when they become sexually excited. It is a clear-looking, very slippery substance that is the natural male lubricant; probably nature intended it to reduce friction during sex. Also, many women, but not all, typically ooze much more lubricating juice of their own than men do. Myself, I ooze much more when I feel love and not just lust, and it can happen to me too when I am not erect but very interested in someone. Probably not every guy out there would report the same experience, but many would. I hope you know someone (an uncle, older brother, coach, teacher, or even the school nurse) whom you can ask questions like this when you are really not sure about something. There is no such thing as a dumb question. Sometimes a question can even save your life, so if you need advice or answers, ask people you trust.

Answer 3

that is such a good thing!

it is most definitely collostrum (sp?), and if you are producing it already, then you are in such a good position for breastfeeding. This is even more beneficial to the tot than breastmilk (it is slightly different, so I have been led to believe), and is just the perfect 'food' for your soon-to-be to begin life on.

It can get a bit icky though, especially when you haven't even given birth yet!! I was noticing it at, like, 6 months, and had to use nursing pads for the last month or so of my pregnancy. It was a bit of a pain, but I was full and engorged and ready for my little angel AS SOON as she was born.

definitely normal, and a very, very good sign.

Answer 4

Normal! It is colostram. The first step off your breast milk. You are starting to produce milk after the first couple days after you have your baby it will turn to milk.

Answer 5

It is probably colostrum, the pre-milk that your breasts are making for your baby. You should mention this at your next dr. appt. to be sure... looks like you are probably going every two weeks or so by now.

Answer 6

Totally normal. It is called colostrum and it is the first milk for your baby. It is loaded with nutrients and antibodies to help your baby get off to a good start.

I highly recommend breastfeeding. There is nothing on earth as good for both you and baby.

Best to you!

Answer 7

it is colostrum. It is the nutrient rich food that your baby will be eating the first few days of it's life ( assuming that you are breast feeding) your body is just preparing for the babies arrival.

Answer 8

It is very normal. I started having this stuff at 16 weeks pregnant and had to wear breast pads most of my pregnancy.. so not fun!

Answer 9

THis is collostrum and is totally normal it is what your baby will be feeding on till your milk comes in a few days later it is full of nutrients and anti bodiesfor the baby

Answer 10

That's colostrum. Your body is preparing to feed your baby :)