Lactation
Coverage of Lactation in the Nexus archive.
- 1802 The Seals of Sable Island | Changing Seas | Preview
Each winter, Sable Island becomes the world's largest gray seal breeding colony. The Canadian government has monitored this population since the 1960s, and U.S. experts are now studying how iron transfer during lactation affects pup survival.
- The Curious Case of the Missing Milk Supply
The article discusses the science of breastfeeding and its current state of development. It highlights the lack of understanding in this field, referring to it as being in its infancy. The topic is explored in relation to the missing milk supply.
- Why many women cannot make enough breast milk
Many women are unable to produce enough breast milk due to various factors beyond their control. The causes of low breast milk production can be complex and multifaceted. This issue affects many mothers worldwide.
- The neural mechanisms supporting the rise and fall of maternal aggression
A study published in Nature reveals that maternal aggression in mice is regulated by an amygdala-to-medial hypothalamus circuit, which strengthens during pregnancy and is amplified by oxytocin during lactation. The research highlights neural mechanisms underlying the dynamic changes in maternal behavior.