A Simple Guide to DNA Keepsakes for Mums in New Zealand 

Okay, let’s be real. The first time you hear someone say breastmilk jewellery, your brain probably does a double take. It sounds a little wild, right? But trust me, it’s actually one of the most beautiful and meaningful ways to hold onto your motherhood journey. 

Here in New Zealand, more and more mums are discovering DNA keepsake jewellery as a special way to capture those early memories. The cuddles, the milestones, the endless night feeds, the bittersweet goodbyes when your breastfeeding chapter wraps up. And no, you don’t need a huge stash of milk in the freezer to make it happen. 10mls of breastmilk is all it takes to create a keepsake that immortalises all your precious breastfeeding memories. 

So, What Is Breastmilk Jewellery? 

Breastmilk jewellery is a handcrafted piece of DNA keepsake jewellery that holds a small, preserved drop of your very own breastmilk inside it. Think rings, necklaces, bracelets, or charms to go on your Pandora bracelets that are designed to look just like a pearl, an opal, or even a little galaxy, but with a beautiful personal story behind it. 

Each piece is custom made by a keepsake artist, like The Spilt Milk Co. (based in Tauranga, New Zealand), who carefully preserves your milk so it won’t spoil or discolour, and then sets it into jewellery you can wear and treasure. 

Why Do Mums Choose Breastmilk Keepsakes? 

Because breastfeeding isn’t just about milk. It’s about the love and the bond between you and your baby. It’s about those quiet 3am feeds, the cluster-feeding marathons, the tearful pumping sessions, the milestones met, and the end-of-an-era weaning moments… it’s a massive journey, and every achievement is absolutely worth celebrating. 

Breastmilk keepsake jewellery gives you a way to carry a piece of that chapter with you, long after the burp cloths and breast pads are packed away. It’s more than just jewellery, it’s a memory of those beautiful newborn days that you can hold onto. 

Not Just Breastmilk: DNA Keepsakes for Every Story 

And here’s the cool part, breastmilk is just the beginning. DNA keepsake jewellery can hold so many other precious memories too. 

At The Spilt Milk Co, mums (and pet parents!) also choose to preserve elements such as: 

• Cremation ash- a beautiful way to remember loved ones. 
• Hair- whether it’s a first haircut or a lock from someone dear. 
• Dried Cord- from a babys bellybutton, preserved and cherished. 
• Pet fur- because our furry friends leave paw prints on our hearts. 
• First tooth- a sweet trinket for your childs next milestone. 
• Embryo- a powerful way to honour the end of an IVF journey. 
• Sand, soil, dried flowers & MORE!- Elements from nature that represent a special moment or place. 

Each piece tells a story that’s completely unique to you. 

How Does It Work? 

The process is super simple. You send around 10mls of breastmilk (that’s all!) or your chosen DNA inclusions (hair, pet fur, cremation ash, first tooth, or even an embryo vial) to a keepsake artist like The Spilt Milk Co in Tauranga. 

Your milk is professionally preserved at their studio so it’s safe and stable, and then carefully crafted into jewellery designed just for you. You can choose the shape, style, colours, and even add little extras like shimmers or birthstones. 

More Than Just Jewellery. It’s Your Story. 

At the end of the day, DNA keepsake jewellery is more than just a pretty accessory. Whether you’re marking the end of your breastfeeding journey, holding close a loved one’s ashes, or celebrating your little one’s milestones, it’s about turning memories into something tangible and beautiful. 

Author Ashley De Grey Founder & Crafter The Spilt Milk Co. 

You can find Ashley’s work & connect with her here: www.thespiltmilkco.com or on Instagram and Facebook