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Lactation Consultant

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Which of the following is a sign of let down shortly after the baby’s birth?
  1. Mild uterine contractions one hour after nursing
  2. Mild uterine contractions while nursing the baby
  3. The absence of vaginal flow one hour after nursing
  4. The absence of vaginal flow while nursing the baby
Explanation
Answer: B - Mild uterine contractions while nursing the baby is a sign of milk let down. Vaginal flow, which increases during breast-feeding, is another sign of let down. The most accurate sign of let down, however, is the infant’s swallowing.
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