Several hormones play crucial roles in the process of parturition:
Oxytocin: Often called the "love hormone," oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions and helps in the ejection of milk during breastfeeding. Prostaglandins: These lipids help to soften and dilate the cervix and enhance uterine contractions. Relaxin: This hormone helps to relax the pelvic ligaments and soften the cervix in preparation for labor. Estrogen and Progesterone: These hormones regulate the changes in the uterus and cervix during pregnancy and labor.
