QUESTIONS ABOUT BREAST MILK JEWELLERY
What is breast milk jewellery?
Breastmilk jewelry is made out of pumped or hand-expressed human milk.
It is a keepsake that preserves your memory of your breastfeeding journey with your baby.
All of my jewellery pieces are custom made with your milk.
How do you make breastmilk jewellery?
I use a small amount of your breast milk (20ml). First I preserve it by turning it into a powder.
I then mix it with high quality and non-toxic jeweller's resin, called ArtResin.
How do I safely ship my breast milk to you?
After you placed your order, you will receive an email within 24h
with detailed instructions for shipping your milk to me.
Please keep in mind that I always try to respond asap,
but I also need to work on the jewelry projects.
I strictly don't do admin work during the time I am making jewelry
to ensure every mom gets a beautiful and unique piece.
How much breast milk do you need?
I will need 20 ml of your breast milk.
I won't need all, but I want to make sure that I will have enough.
But if you struggle with getting enough milk, please contact me.
Please, don't send me your last stash of breastmilk.
How do I care for my breast milk jewelry?
Too much sun won't be good for your breast milk jewellery. Please don't go sun bathing with it!
Remove jewellery before: showering or swimming, or applying any soaps/lotions/chemicals,
Don't wear it while doing activities that make you sweat a lot like working out.
Store in a cool, dry place (like a simple cotton bag).
Will my breastmilk jewelry decay and change color over time?
Your breastmilk piece can change a little of its color in the first few weeks.
It might get a bit more of a creamier color.
This is, because the breastmilk stone never was exposed to sun light,
moisture, heat, sweat etc. before. This is a natural process.
I only use natural ingredients to preserve your breastmilk
and to keep it natural and non toxic.
Of course there are other ways to preserve breastmilk by using toxic chemicals.
But I choose not to do this to protect my own and your health.
I wish I could guarantee that your breastmilk piece will never change,
but I think it is irresponsible to guarantee something
that can only be tested over the years.
Also keep in mind that organic compounds will decay,
no matter what. Nothing lasts forever. That's the circle of live.
So that's why I am honest.
It won't last forever, but I promise I make you a beautiful breastmilk piece
that will bring you lots of joy for a very long time.
And the better you follow the care instructions the longer this joy will last.
How long do I have to wait for my breast milk jewellery?
My current turn-around time is between 10-18 weeks from the time that I receive your milk.
This gives me enough time to craft your individual and unique jewellery piece.
Why is your breastmilk jewellery more expensive?
I maintain high quality standards during the whole manufacturing process.
I take extra time and extra precautions to ensure the high standard and quality.
I use professional equipment like a compression chamber,
sanding tools, safety equipment etc.
I use one of the best and most expensive resins on the market.
Compared to others,
I go the extra step and keep my ecological footprint as small as possible.
How? By reducing the use of plastic, keeping my waste production as low as possible
and using only eco-fiendly packaging.
Even the hosting provider for this online store is green (uses only eco-friendly power for its servers).
I carefully source out my jewellery supplies
and buy only high quality jewelry pieces.
I buy from small business owners and support them.
I want to help!
Once or twice in a year, I will give away a unique jewellery piece
to a grieving or struggling mother. And you are supporting this with your order.
And last, but most important: I CARE ABOUT YOU and your personal story.
I take extra time to get to know you.
Even if it means spending days on researching
and finding the right jewellery setting or resin mold for you.
How do I know it will be really my own milk in my jewellery piece?
I am a breastfeeding mom too, I hear you! I would ask the exact same question.
I take this topic very seriously. First, I am a one person business.
Only me and no one else will touch your milk.
Second, I have a special systems to guarantee that you always receive your jewellery with your milk.
Does old breast milk still work?
If your milk was stored in the fridge or freezer for a very long time, it's still ok. As long as there is no mold on it it's fine. Nobody will drink it.
Do you store the leftover milk?
I will safely store your leftover milk for up to 12 months for free.
QUESTIONS REGARDING ALL JEWELLERY PIECES
What is your turn-around time?
My turn-around time for jewellery pieces other than breast milk jewellery is 5 to 12 weeks,
depending on the complexity of your unique piece.
Is resin toxic? Is your resin jewelry safe to wear on skin?
The resin I use is one of the most expensive resins and has one of the highest safety standards.
Children and pregnant women can wear jewellery made out of this resin.
Good to know:
Only when resin is still in its fluid state and while mixing it, it can release harmful fumes.
But it is non-toxic once its fully cured/hardened.
Some more facts about ArtResin (the resin brand I use):
>> UV and HALS stabilized for unparalleled yellowing protection.
>>Non-toxic. No VOCs. No BPA.
>>No fumes. Non-flammable.
>>Certified food safe.
>>VEGAN!
What inclusions can be added?
To all jewellery pieces I can add a lock of your baby's hair, tried umbilical cord,
dehydrated placenta powder, human or animal cremation ashes,
dried flowers, sand, fabric, or wood.
Do you have another inclusion, that is not listed?
Please let me know and we will talk about design options.
How do I send my inclusions to you?
After you placed your order, you will receive an email within 24h
with detailed instructions for shipping your inclusions to me.
Please keep in mind that I always try to respond asap,
but I also need to work on the jewelry projects.
I strictly don't do admin work during the time I am making jewelry
to ensure my clients get a beautiful and unique jewelry piece.
How do I clean my jewellery?
Please ONLY USE A SOFT PLAIN CLOTH on the resin part of your jewellery piece!
Don't use polishing chemicals on the resin part.
But it's ok to use a cloth with polishing chemicals
on the metal parts of your jewellery piece.
Is your jewellery vegan?
YES!
I am vegan too and understand how important this is.
Please be understanding and respect the fact
that I include ashes or fur of beloved pets, who passed away.
Good to know:
Once a year I will make a donation to animal welfare.
And you are supporting this with your order!
How and where can my jewellery piece be stored?
Please keep your jewellery away from moisture.
Don't store it in your bathroom!
Keep it in a dark, dry and cool place.
A simple cotton bag or padded jewellery box work great.
Do you offer custom orders?
Yes I do. Please send me an email with your idea to info@liebling.ca
Do you accept returns?
Due to the nature of the product, I can't accept returns.
All orders are non-refundable once I receive your milk or/and inclusions.
Can I still change my order after I placed it?
Yes, you can change your order for no fee up to 24 hours after the order is placed.
But, there is a $30 fee, if you request a change after 24 hours.