Physiology Behind Lactation

      Milk production in the breasts does not start out as a supply and demand process. During pregnancy and few days after giving birth, lactation is controlled by hormones. When you are pregnant and all hormones are present, you will start producing colostrums around halfway through your pregnancy. This stage is known as Lactogenesis I.More...

Factors Which Influence Preterm Birth

Any birth that occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy is known as preterm birth. In the United States, preterm births are the cause of many infant deaths and prolonged infant illnesses. As a woman you need to well-informed of the factors which influence preterm birth so that you can take precautionary measures to avoid it.