Creator: Dr. Shivani Shourie
Keywords: Effects of Consuming Alcohol while Breastfeeding, Glossary

Written by Dr. Shivani Shourie, MBBS, PG-DHA, PG-DMLS, DHI

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB

Last Updated on Aug 12, 2016

Glossary

Galactagogue: A substance that promotes the production of milk.

Prolactin: A hormone produced by pituitary gland in the body. It aids the production of milk.

Oxytocin: Hormone produced by the pituitary gland; aids let-down of breast milk.

Pituitary gland: A pea-sized gland at the base of the brain.

Published on Aug 12, 2016
Last Updated on Aug 12, 2016

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