What is breastmilk jewelry and how are they made?

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Breast milk jewelry is a beautiful and tangible way to cherish your breastfeeding journey with your baby. Using a proprietary curing process, we preserve and cure your breast milk, turning it into a dry powder, which we mix with clear, acrylic resin. We then cast this mixture into a silicone mold to shape and create your breastmilk stone. AND the first step when creating breastmilk jewelry is to neutralize, preserving and turning the milk into a powder, so you don't have to worry about any smell or yellowing of your stone.

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​How Do I Place An Order?

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Click here for instructions of how to place an order.

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How long can I expect to wait for my jewelry to be shipped to me?

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It was important to us that we provide not only the best quality breast milk jewelry, but that our customers are happy with their service.  Our turn-around time is 8-10 weeks from the time we receive your milk/inclusiond, sometimes even sooner! This ensures that we will have time to process milk, receive any products that we need to complete your order, and craft your piece. Please note that with COVID-19, we’ve had many issues with sourcing metals and getting materials shipped to us in the mail on time, so while we work as diligently and hard as we possibly can to get your orders out on time, it’s possible that things beyond our control may necessitate your order being delivered to you later than we anticipated due to things are outside of our control.

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How do I know I'll get my own milk back in my design? 

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If there's one thing we care about, it's YOU.  We have created a system to guarantee that you always receive jewelry with your milk.  Every step in the gem-crafting process has a label.  And every piece of jewelry has a label.  We're breastfeeding moms too!  And as the saying goes, treat others as you want to be treated.  We respect you and are eternally grateful for your order and your support.  So we're doing everything we can to bring you the best product with the best service, with the highest level of integrity.

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I only have old milk! Can I still get jewelry made?

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Yes! Since your milk will not be consumed, it's okay!  If it's been in the freezer for years, it's no big deal.  If it was in a bottle or refrigerator too long, it's fine. If your milk is moldy, it’s a no-go. But other than that, you’re safe! When we receive your milk, we unpackage it, immediately label it with your name and order #, and put it into a fridge/freezer until it’s processed.

 

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What happens to the leftover milk after the jewelry is made?

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We save your preserved breast milk for up to one 9 monnths! If you’d like to order again, you won't need to worry about shipping your milk to us! Just contact us to check on the status of your milk at hello@milkandhoney.jewelry.

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Will my piece match what I see on the website?

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Every mother’s milk is different, and these differences make your breastmilk jewelry piece unique and personal. Some breast milk contains more protein, creating a centerpiece with a brighter, whiter color. For fattier breast milk, the stone will have a creamy white appearance. If the breast milk is watery, the piece will have a lighter and more translucent look. And if the breast milk has a high sugar content, the stone might look dense. The composition of your breast milk also depends on the stage of your breastfeeding. Colors, densities and hues differ, and we craft each piece individually and by hand. Additionally, inclusions, such as gold and silver flakes, can layer and settle differently with each stone. Consequently, no two pieces are the same. Each is unique to you and your baby.

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Payment & Shipping

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We ship all finished pieces with external delivery service providers. Once dispatched, they can be contacted for updates on delivery dates and times. Once pieces are ordered, payment must be paid in full for us to commence the creation of your piece. This payment can be paid via online/bank deposit OR to courier when your collection kit is delivered.

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Returns & Refunds

 

Due to the personal nature of each piece, we do not accept returns or order cancellations. However, if you should receive an item that is defective, damaged or not what you ordered, we will help you resolve any issues as quickly as possible by replacing the item, once the faulty item has been returned to us by post.