New Mothers May Benefit from the Aid of Lactation Consultants

Multiple Choice

New mothers may benefit from the aid of lactation consultants when learning to breastfeed.These consultants give advice on technique,and help the mother to feel relaxed and confident.What hormone is associated with calm,warm emotions and is also critical for the milk let-down reflex?

A) prolactin
B) estradiol
C) oxytocin
D) mammotropin