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on Dec 26, 2024Verified
Contractions strong enough to expel the baby are caused by
A) the weight of the child.
B) the release of oxytocin from the mother's pituitary gland.
C) the secretion of hormones by the adrenal and pituitary glands of the fetus.
D) changes in the heart rate and brain activities of the fetus.
Oxytocin
A hormone and neurotransmitter that plays an important role in the social bonding, sexual reproduction, and the period around childbirth.
Pituitary Gland
The body’s “master gland,” which is located in the lower central part of the brain and which secretes many hormones essential to development, such as oxytocin, prolactin, and growth hormone.
Adrenal Glands
Endocrine glands located above the kidneys, responsible for producing critical hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, that regulate stress responses and metabolism.
- Familiarize yourself with the different levels of childbirth and their particular aspects.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with the different levels of childbirth and their particular aspects.