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Biological Research For Nursing, Vol. 1, No. 1, 65-75 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/109980049900100109

Serum Prolactin in Breastfeeding: State of the Science

Pamela D. Hill, PhD, RN

University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Nursing.

Robert T. Chatterton, Jr., PhD

Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Northwestern University.

Jean C. Aldag, PhD, RN

University of Illinois, College of Medicine at Peoria.

Prolactin is one of two major hormones involved in lactation. While the role of infant suckling and oxytocin in the lactation process are well understood, the role of prolactin is less clear. A variety of factors related to prolactin have been investigated, and these are used as an organizing framework for this article. Factors include pregnancy, lactation, nursing frequency, prior lactation experience, milk production, and pharmacologic agents. The literature, while substantial in amount, presents inconsistencies. Implications for practice are discussed.

Key Words: Prolactin • lactation • breastfeeding • milk production


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