Oxytocin is used in child birth to strengthen uterine contractions.
it is used during labour(first stage) when the uterine contractions are hypotonic(weak contractions).in his case its used to augment the contractions for efficient effacement and dilatation of the cervix.
After second stage ie immediately after the expulsion of the placenta, oxytocin is given intramuscular to contract the uterus back to non gravid state and to prevent further bleeding from the placental site.
It is also given after a complete spontaneous abortion to also contract the uterus and prevent further bleeding from placental site
short and sweet answer: oxytocin and prostaglandins cause the uterus to contract and begin labor
To stimulate uterine contraction.
Oxytocin aids in labor.It helps to pull baby out.It contracts muscles and produce waves in womb.
antidiuretic hormone
Oxytocin helps in the release of milk during breastfeeding and it aids in bonding between mother and child. Prolactin helps in production of milk in mammary glands.
Adrenaline
The hormone that aids in the fight or flight response is adrenalin. Adrenalin is secreted by the adrenal medulla and makes the heart beat faster.
Prolactin hormone .
Growth Hormone
aldosterone
INSULIN
Aldosterone is a mineralocoricoid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex.
It is important to know how the reproductive system works. The Luteinizing hormone aids in the maturation of a females eggs.