Maitovirtausta
Maitovirtausta, often translated as "milk flow" or "lactation flow," refers to the physiological process of milk production and ejection in mammals. This complex hormonal and neural mechanism enables mothers to nourish their offspring. The process begins with the production of milk in the mammary glands, a process influenced by hormones such as prolactin and oxytocin. Prolactin stimulates the synthesis of milk components like proteins, fats, and lactose.
The ejection of milk, commonly known as the let-down reflex, is triggered by oxytocin. This hormone causes
Maitovirtausta is a dynamic process that can vary in intensity and duration depending on factors like the