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How is prolactin stimulated so it can also stimulate the production of breast milk in return?

A
Acinar cells start producing colostrum.
B
Progesterone levels are reduced by the delivery of the placenta.
C
The letdown reflex takes place.
D
Progesterone levels increase after the delivery of the placenta.
High-Yield Explanation
B: As progesterone decreases, prolactin is stimulated. A: Acinar cells are only responsible for the production of colostrum. C: The letdown reflex is activated whenever the mother hears a baby crying or thinks about her baby. D: The progesterone should decrease to stimulate the release of prolactin.

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