Lactation Physiology Course
This course provides a clear, step-by-step exploration of lactation physiology, covering mammary development, hormones, milk ejection, and supply regulation. Learners gain practical tools to address low milk supply, support early breastfeeding, and confidently assist new families in the postpartum period.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical insights into mammary development, hormonal regulation, and cellular processes of milk production, composition, and ejection. Understand impacts of stress, pain, medications, delivery methods, and feeding on supply, with evidence-based strategies for supporting early lactation and guiding families postpartum.
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Develop skills
- Map lactation stages by linking mammary changes to colostrum and milk timing.
- Interpret lactation hormones and apply prolactin-oxytocin physiology in practice.
- Analyze milk ejection by identifying inhibitors, facilitators, and neuroendocrine steps.
- Optimize early breastfeeding with skin-to-skin and feeding plans to build supply.
- Apply physiology to cases like cesarean and delayed lactation with targeted steps.
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