Prolactin

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production in mammals.

  1. Supply vs. Demand: Breastmilk Production (Explained)
  2. Early vs. Late Lactogenesis (Differentiated)
  3. Let-Down Reflex vs. Milk Ejection (Clarified)
  4. Colostrum and Mature Milk: Differences (Explained)
  5. Foremilk and Hindmilk: Differences (Guide)
  6. Engorgement vs Mastitis: Lactation (Explained)
  7. What is foremilk and how does it relate to healthy lactation?
  8. Breast Compression vs. Massage: Techniques (Compared)
  9. Is there a chart to help understand healthy lactation through breastmilk?
  10. What does the color of breastmilk signify?
  11. Cluster Feeding vs Comfort Nursing (Defined)
  12. Galactagogues vs. Lactogenic Foods (Differentiated)
  13. Latching vs Attachment: Breastfeeding Terms (Clarified)