Haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collector Set, 4 ml, 6 Pack
A reusable, well documented colostrum collector set, with a small capacity and a learning curve.
The short version
- Expectant parents whose midwife or doctor has cleared antenatal expressing
- Parents in the first days after birth who want to save small amounts of colostrum
- Anyone who wants a reusable alternative to single-use syringes
- You have not checked with a health professional about expressing during pregnancy
- You expect to collect larger volumes, where bottles or bags make more sense
What owners like
- Easy to read measurement markings
- Reusable medical grade silicone instead of single-use plastic syringes
- The storage case keeps the set organized for the fridge or a hospital bag
- Arrives pre-sterilized
Common complaints
- Takes some practice to collect colostrum straight into the collector
- 4 ml per collector is smaller than some competitors' 5 ml collectors
- Freezer storage bags are not included
Based on Two Haakaa maker pages (US and New Zealand), the Amazon listing for the product title only, a colostrum collector roundup by a feeding specialist on Eat Play Say, and a ShopSavvy review summary that aggregates owner feedback without naming its sources..
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What it does
A set of six small, squeezable silicone syringes that hold 4 ml each, used to collect colostrum drop by drop, store it in the fridge or freezer and feed it to a newborn from the same container.
- Squeeze the body to draw drops in by suction, or remove the nib and express straight into the collector
- The nib is sized to drip-feed into the corner of a baby's mouth
- Collect, store and feed from the same container
- Reusable after sterilizing, with a clear case for labeling and transport
- Warm frozen or chilled colostrum by running the collector under warm water
A sensible pick for parents who plan to collect colostrum, before birth with a health professional's clearance or in the first days after, and want one reusable container that collects, stores and feeds. The trade-offs are a learning curve to collect drops cleanly and a 4 ml capacity that is a little smaller than some rival collectors.
How it compares
Specs
- In the box
- 6 colostrum collectors, a cotton wipe and a clear storage case
- Capacity
- 4 ml per collector, with measurement markings
- Material
- 100% medical grade silicone, BPA, PVC and phthalate free
- Condition
- Pre-sterilized and ready to use
- Temperature
- Heat and freeze resistant; fridge, freezer and dishwasher safe per Haakaa
- Sterilizing
- Steam sterilizer or boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, no bleach-based agents
- Fridge storage (maker)
- Up to 48 hours before moving to the freezer
Worth knowing
- Haakaa: ensure clearance from your health professional before antenatal expressing, as there may be a risk of early labour.
- Haakaa: once a baby feeds from the nib end, the collector is no longer sterile.
- Haakaa: do not use bleach-based cleaning agents; check collectors regularly for wear.
Questions
When can you start collecting colostrum with the Haakaa collector?
Haakaa says to speak to your midwife or health professional before expressing during pregnancy, since nipple stimulation can bring on labour, and notes it is usually recommended at full term.
How long can colostrum stay in the fridge in the collector?
Haakaa says up to 48 hours in the fridge before it should go in the freezer, and to follow your country's guidelines for freezer storage.
How do you clean the Haakaa colostrum collectors?
Sterilize with a steam sterilizer or by boiling for 2 to 3 minutes. Haakaa says they are dishwasher safe and not to use bleach-based agents.
Are they sterile out of the box?
Yes, Haakaa sells them pre-sterilized. The maker notes a collector is no longer sterile once a baby feeds from the nib.
How do you feed colostrum from the collector?
Warm it by running the collector under warm water, then drip-feed from the nib into the corner of the baby's mouth, per Haakaa.
Sources
- Haakaa USA: Silicone Colostrum Collector Set 4 ml, 6 PK
- Haakaa NZ: Silicone Colostrum Collector Set
- Amazon: Haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collectors Set with Clear PP Storage Case 4 ml, 6 PK
- Eat Play Say: Colostrum collectors and milk collectors
- ShopSavvy: Haakaa Colostrum Collector Set review summary
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.