Breast milk jewelry
Breast milk jewelry or Breast milk jewellery (
Various methods may be used to make the jewelry. To preserve and protect it, the piece may be covered in a clear resin or glaze.[1] No matter the process used for preservation there seems to be a long and tedious process involved in creating the keepsakes, leading to long waits for order fulfillment.[2] The long waits for order fulfillment have caused online speculation about the practice, even gaining media attention.[3]
Origin
In 2013
Process
After the purchase of a breast milk keepsake design the consumer sends their breast milk to the creator so the process can begin. Each creator likely uses a different trade process.[4] In some methods it is believed[by whom?] that solvents or chemicals are added to assist the preservation. Other methods may include dehydrating, freeze drying, cooking down, or mixing breast milk with other media.
Once the preserved breast milk and resin mixture is ready, it is carefully poured into molds, or a bezel setting, to create the desired stone shape. The molds can be customized to create various designs like those found in traditional jewelry design, hearts, flowers, or abstract shapes.[5] The mixture is left to cure and harden, which can take several hours or even days depending on the specific resin used.
Breastmilk jewelry carries immense significance for mothers, serving as a tangible reminder of the beautiful moments shared during the breastfeeding experience. The process of nursing creates a powerful bond between mother and child, and breastmilk jewelry preserves that connection in a tangible form. [6] These exquisite pieces serve as a celebration of motherhood, symbolizing the selflessness and nurturing nature of a mother's love.
Transform Precious Memories into Timeless Pieces with Breastmilk Jewelry.[7] A little piece of all that time, hard work and special memories to be held dear. This is so much more than jewelry and keepsakes. It's love, dedication and special moments preserved in a beautiful handmade stone.
See also
References
- ^ a b c d "Lock of Baby's Hair, First Tooth… Breast Milk?". NBC New York. 12 April 2013. Retrieved 2020-01-11.
- ^ Wang, Yue (11 April 2013). "Breast-Milk Jewelry: The Must-Have Mommy Memento". Time. Retrieved 2020-01-11.
- ^ "Complaints about Rhode Island breast milk jewelry firm". The Washington Times. 20 July 2015. Retrieved 2020-01-11.
- TODAY.com. 18 April 2013. Retrieved 2020-01-11.
- ^ "How Breast Milk Jewelry is Made". milkandmoments.com. 20 October 2023. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
- ^ "The Significance of Breastmilk Jewelry". milkandmoments.com. 19 July 2023. Retrieved 2023-11-09.
- ^ "Keepsake Jewelry-A Lasting Tribute". milkandmoments.com. 2023-11-09. Retrieved 2023-11-09.