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The Physiology of Lactation
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Lactation is the production and ejection of milk from the mammary glands.
Prolactin (PRL) (secreted by the anterior pituitary gland) is the main hormone in stimulating milk production.
Oxytocin causes release of milk into the mammary ducts via the milk ejection reflex.

There are benefits associated with breast feeding an infant:
The chemical composition of mother’s milk is ideal for the baby’s brain development, growth and digestion.
Several types of white blood cells (for immunity) are in the milk.
Antibodies are present.
Breast feeding supports optimal infant growth.
Breast feeding leads to a reduction in several diseases.
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