Oxytocin and Prolactin Are Two Important Hormones Key to Breastfeeding

question 5

Multiple Choice

Oxytocin and prolactin are two important hormones key to breastfeeding success. They are stimulated by:

• A) Infant suckling
• B) Maternal diet
• C) Breast massage
• D) Warm compresses

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