Phrases with «milk letdown»

"Milk letdown" is a term used to describe the process of milk being released from a mother's breast during breastfeeding. It happens when a hormone called oxytocin is released, causing the muscles around the milk-producing glands to contract and push the milk out. Full definition

Sentences with «milk letdown»

Hyperlactation is the result of an overly strong milk letdown reflex that causes milk to flow too quickly and forcibly for a baby to comfortably swallow. (carolinaparent.com)
And for even more comfort, there's a soft massaging cushion that helps stimulate milk letdown. (tinyfry.com)
Since oxytocin, the hormone responsible for milk letdown is the same released when you orgasm, you could spring a leak at the most inopportune time. (lactationconsultantresources.com)
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Phrases with «milk letdown»

Sentences with «milk letdown»

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