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Structure & Function of the Breasts

Structure & Function of the Breasts. MT: Female Reproductive System. Structure of a Breast. Separated into lobes and contain a lot of adipose tissue (fat). Alveoli – pouches that secrete milk Nipple – nob where babies suckle and milk exits body

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Structure & Function of the Breasts

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  1. Structure & Function of the Breasts MT: Female Reproductive System

  2. Structure of a Breast • Separated into lobes and contain a lot of adipose tissue (fat)

  3. Alveoli – pouches that secrete milk Nipple – nob where babies suckle and milk exits body Areola – glands that moisturize the nipple during lactation Pectoralis major: muscle located anterior to the breast Ligaments: hold alveoli in place Function of a Breast

  4. Function of a Breast • Lactation! in order to nourish a healthy offspring

  5. Breast enlarges during lactation

  6. Regulation of Lactation Suckling Stimulates pituitary gland to release Prolactin and Oxytocin Prolactin stimulates alveoli to secrete milk Oxytocin stimulates alveoli to eject milk

  7. Mother’s milk is rich in protein, fat, calcium Provides antibodies for immunity Stronger emotional bond between mother and child Recommend 6 months to one year Importance of Lactation

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