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Lactation
01
the action of feeding babies from the breast
Example
Breastfeeding, or lactation, is recommended by healthcare professionals as the optimal way to nourish newborns in their early months.
The mother cradled her baby in her arms, bringing him to her breast for the act of lactation, nourishing him with the warm and comforting milk.
02
the process in which a female animal or human produces milk
Example
Human lactation is a complex and intricate process that involves the synthesis, secretion, and ejection of milk from the mammary glands.
The lactation period for a female dog typically lasts several weeks, during which she provides vital sustenance to her nursing puppies.
03
the period following birth during which milk is secreted
