This 2-hour course takes you on a fascinating journey into the body's amazing milk production system. We'll explore the intricate structure of the mammary glands, your body's milk factories. Learn about the crucial hormones, prolactin and oxytocin, and their roles in both pregnancy and ongoing milk production. We'll delve deeper into the multifaceted effects of oxytocin throughout a typically XX46 individual's life. The course explores how our care practices, including latch and frequency, influence milk production. We'll discuss the theory of milk storage capacity and the implications of infrequent milk removal on supply. By understanding these physiological processes, you'll gain valuable insights into supporting healthy lactation.