lactation in the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary

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lactation [Brit lakˈteɪʃ(ə)n, Am lækˈteɪʃ(ə)n] N

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The mammary glands are also controlled by the pituitary gland, so lactation can also be affected.

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The cycle of insemination, pregnancy, parturition, and lactation, followed by a dry period of about two months of forty-five to fifty days, before calving which allows udder tissue to regenerate.

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After raising 3 kids, working as a registered nurse, lactation consultant, doula and midwife she founded the company in 1999.

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During an average lactation cycle of 110 days, ewes produce 45kg lb of milk.

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Milk yield varies according to season of calving, lactations number, level of feeding, and length of lactation.

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But scientists now know that the mammary gland in breast becomes sensitive to insulin during lactation.

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A breastfeeding woman may not ovulate, or have regular periods, during the entire lactation period.

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It blocks dopamine receptors in the posterior pituitary gland increasing release of prolactin which in turn increases lactation.

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The majority of lactation consultants hold a certification in another healthcare profession, often as a nurse, midwife, dietician or physician.

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It should be used with care during lactation, as it may cause a laxative effect in the infant.

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