oxytocin role

Hormones Initiating Labor

Posted on November 6, 2025 by anatomy

Hormones Initiating Labor: Labor is initiated by a complex interplay of hormones, including oxytocin from the posterior pituitary, which stimulates uterine contractions, and prostaglandins from the placenta and fetal membranes, which enhance muscle contractions and cervical ripening.

Let Down Reflex new

Posted on October 23, 2025 by anatomy

Let Down Reflex new: The let-down reflex is triggered by oxytocin release during breastfeeding, causing the milk ducts to contract and eject milk in response to infant suckling or even emotional stimuli.