Gynaecology & Obstetrics In the mother, suckling leads to which of the following responses? A Decrease of oxytocin B Increase of prolactin-inhibiting factor C Increase of hypothalamic dopamine D Increase of hypothalamic prolactin 💡 Explanation In the mother, suckling leads to which of the following responses? ✓ Correct Answer: D. Increase of hypothalamic prolactin