Solid Love confirms the quality of "breast milk jewelry" through research collaboration with Okayama University of Science

 

18k gold ring with breast milk stone

 

Since its founding, Solid Love has created over 18,000 orders (more than 50,000 pieces) of 'breast milk jewelry.' Based on our corporate philosophy of 'shaping love for the next generation,' we are constantly working to improve quality.

Solid Love has collaborated with Okayama University of Science to conduct repeated evaluations of the product’s aging changes under high temperature and high humidity conditions, ensuring that the durability and quality of our 'breast milk jewelry' can be maintained.

As a result, we have obtained data indicating that to preserve the product’s quality, it is important to avoid leaving it in high-temperature environments for long periods (especially in sealed environments like a car during the day). By managing and storing the jewelry in normal conditions, its quality can be maintained. Based on these findings, we believe the product's quality can be fully guaranteed.

Going forward, Solid Love will continue to improve the quality of our memorial jewelry by further research into preservation, coatings, and technology development, remaining committed to being a trusted partner in creating your precious memorial pieces.

 

Sterling silver (S925) ring with breast milk stone

 

About Okayama University of Science

Okayama University of Science is the largest private university in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions, with 8 faculties and 1 course. As a center for human resource development focused on student growth, the university aims to cultivate individuals who "think for themselves, take action, fearlessly persevere through failure, and collaborate with diverse people to achieve their goals." The university is committed to education and research to produce such individuals who can contribute to both local and international communities.

About Breastmilk Jewelry

Breastmilk Jewelry refers to jewelry made from expressed breast milk, often worn by mothers as a sentimental piece, keeping their children in mind. This jewelry comes in various forms, including rings, necklaces, pendants, and beads.

There are several theories regarding the origins of Breastmilk Jewelry. One confirmed instance is the publication of an article about breastmilk jewelry by NBC New York around 2013. In the same year, a breastmilk jewelry company was also established in Australia. It is believed that from there, the trend spread to Europe and globally.

Yuki Tochihara, the representative of Solid Love, encountered "Breastmilk Jewelry" while living in Australia. He researched its production, worked on improving the quality, and began selling it in Australia. After moving to Japan (to Kibi-cho, Kaga-gun, Okayama Prefecture), he translated "Breastmilk Jewelry" to "母乳ジュエリー" (Mother's Milk Jewelry) and set up an atelier in Okayama. Today, Solid Love delivers these pieces nationwide from Okayama.

About Solid Love Co., Ltd.

Solid Love is a company that began in April 2020, specializing in the production and sale of Breastmilk Jewelry. Located in the natural mountain surroundings of Kibi-cho, Okayama Prefecture, the company has produced over 50,000 pieces of memorial jewelry, including necklaces, rings, and beads, in response to customers' requests. In recent years, Solid Love has actively collaborated with local traditional crafts and other cultural products.

All of our staff are mothers with small children.