Neonatal breast-suckling skills in the context of lactation and peripartum hormonal changes and additional factors-a pilot study

• Main Authors: Katarzyna Maria Wszołek (Author), Karolina Chmaj-Wierzchowska (Author), Małgorzata Pięt (Author), Agata Tarka (Author), Marek Chuchracki (Author), Błażej Męczekalski (Author), Maciej Wilczak (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2022-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Childbirth and lactation are intricate processes, involving several hormones, the most important of which are prolactin (a protein hormone) and cortisol (one of the glucocorticoids). The early postpartum period is crucial for both mother and newborn and has an impact on the lacta...