Humans Lactation

Humans lactation is the production of milk from the mammary glands of a female human in order to feed their newborn offspring in the postnatal period. It is a process of nutritional, immunological, and social significance that serves as the primary source of nutrition for infants. Lactation is also important for establishing the bond between the mother and infant and for aiding in infant development. Human milk is widely recognized as being superior to infant formula as a source of nutrition for infants, with benefits such as lower risks of allergies and other health conditions. For mothers, lactation can also have positive health benefits such as decreased risk of breast and ovarian cancer, as well as providing psychological satisfaction associated with breastfeeding.