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The two phases of the sucking reflex are:
  1. Expression and milking.
  2. Thrashing and expression.
  3. Thrashing and milking.
  4. Expression and let down.
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Answer: A - The two phases of the sucking reflex are expression and milking. Expression is activated when the nipple is placed between a child’s lips and it touches their palate. The infant will then press the nipple between their tongue and palate to draw out the milk. Milking is when the tongue moves from the areola to the nipple, taking milk from the mother.
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