Let’s talk about prolactin! This hormone is released after a man releases and is the reason behind why men are sleepy after intercourse. 😴 Prolactin makes you feels lethargic, satiated, content, and squashes your libido in that moment. There is a big difference when men choose to practice retention during intercourse, as their refractory period is shorter and their libido is maintained. 💪 To listen to this full conversation, search ‘Velvet’s Edge’ wherever you listen to podcasts! 🎙️ #naturalj

Prolactin is the hormone that stimulates milk production for breast feeding in women. It works by regulating water and mineral movement across cell membranes—It facilitates the transport of sodium, calcium, and other minerals into milk, ensuring proper nourishment for the baby. During pregnancy and lactation, progesterone levels are high enough to counterbalance prolactin’s effects, much like how progesterone offsets estrogen’s influence on breast tissue. Outside of breast feeding, high prolacti