Question

The first milk that comes out of the mammary gland of the mother is called ............... Why is this first milk important for the child?

Answer 1

Answer:

Colostrum. Colostrum (also known as beestings or first milk) is a form of milk produced by the mammary glands in late pregnancy and the few days after giving birth. Human and bovine colostrums are thick, sticky and yellowish.

Explanation:

Milk is a child's most important food in the first year of life and is still very important in the next few years. Children under 12 months of age should have breast milk or formula for their main drinks. Milk is high in calcium, which is important for growing bones and teeth.