BREAST FEEDING; A BOON FOR INFANTS AS WELL AS FOR MOTHER -A REVIEW
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https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v4.i8.2016.2577Keywords:
Lactation, Breast Feeding, Infants, Hormones, NurtientsAbstract [English]
Lactation is the process of synthesizing and secreting milk from the breasts to feed young ones. It is an integral part in the physiologic completion of the reproductive cycle of mammals including humans. Human milk ensures the infants‘systemic protection, growth and development; therefore breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure excellent child health and survival. Lactation is the result of well-coordinated effort of the hormones. Throughout pregnancy the placenta produces oestrogen and progesterone. In addition to performing various functions, these hormones prepare breasts physically for lactation and suppress prolactin during pregnancy. Towards the end of pregnancy, prolactin increases, ready for milk synthesis. The removal of the placenta at birth triggers the breast to respond to suckling by making milk. The maternal body prepares for lactation not only by developing the breast to produce milk but also by storing additional nutrients and energy.
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