Lactation is the production of milk from mammary glands for feeding young. Process begins during pregnancy and continues until milk production stops. Can be induced during pregnancy or non-pregnancy with proper hormones
Dashboard provides population data for 2024 and various demographic indicators. Includes population growth, fertility rates, and life expectancy data. Contains reproductive health indicators and education statistics
Postpartum blues affects up to 85% of new mothers. Symptoms typically begin within 4 weeks after delivery. Condition is self-limited and resolves within 2 weeks
Africa's total population reached 1.5 billion in 2024. Population growth rate is about 100 million every three years. Nigeria is the most populous African country with over 206 million inhabitants. Africa's population is expected to reach 4.28 billion by 2100
WHO recommends breastfeeding within first hour of birth. Exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months, then continued until 2 years. Breastfeeding reduces risk of infections and SIDS for babies. Breastfeeding is less expensive than formula
Prenatal development starts with fertilization and continues until birth. Human prenatal development is called antenatal or perinatal. Embryo becomes fetus by end of 10th week gestation