Progesterone, Maintains early pregnancy and prepares the uterus to receive an embryo. Strengthens pelvic wall muscles in preparation for labour., Oxytocin, Stimulates the uterus to contract during child birth to form birth canal. Released during labour. Used to induce birth – drip, pessary gel to soften cervix., Oestrogen, Responsible for development of female sex organs. Responsible for functioning of female sex organs/produce eggs. Female sex hormone. Control menstrual cycle., Prolactin, Controls milk production/makes milk. Produced in the pituitary gland to promote milk production (lactation). The baby’s sucking reflex stimulates the milk after birth. Also acts on reproductive system to regulate immune system.

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