Hormones in labour: oxytocin and the others – how they work

Just the simple act of touch seems boost oxytocin release Giving someone a massage, cuddling, making love, or giving someone a hug leads to

Oxytocin causes contractions of the uterus In women who are unusually sensitive to its effects, these contractions may become too strong In

oxytocin Oxytocin is thought to influence a number of other physiological and behavioral processes as well, particularly sexual and social behaviour in

oxytocin Oxytocin levels varied between 64 and 148 μUmL during labour The most extensive release of oxytocin was seen in connection with maximal