New research reveals Prolactin, the hormone aiding lactation, is also an important modulator of maternal aggression. Most new mothers are primed to protect her new baby vigilantly.
Researchers at the University of Otago have established, through observing animals, that contrary to what they were expecting, Prolactin can help reduce aggression in new mothers, and instead help them focus more on the baby and bond with them. Kathryn speaks with research leader Rosie Brown, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physiology and Centre for Neuroendocrinology, at the University of Otago.
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