Ever wondered how to work with your body during labor? In this video, I’ll explain the 4 key hormones—oxytocin, beta-endorphins, prolactin, and catecholamines—that play crucial roles in labor and birth. Learn practical tips on how to let your natural hormones lead the way for a smoother, more empowering birth experience.

Hi, I’m Anna, a registered nurse, childbirth educator, lactation counselor, and birth doula, supporting expats in the Eindhoven region. In this video, we’ll cover how to maximize your body’s natural processes, from letting labor begin on its own to creating a calm, safe birthing environment. You’ll also learn why continuous support from a doula, practicing relaxation, and choosing the right healthcare provider can help regulate these birth hormones for the best outcome.

What You’ll Learn:

• The role of oxytocin in labor and breastfeeding

• How beta-endorphins naturally manage pain and create a “labor land” state

• Prolactin’s role in pacing labor and contributing to breastfeeding success

• Why stress hormones (catecholamines) are both a challenge and a benefit during labor

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References:

The Family Way Publications. (2015). Ten Ways to Optimize Birth Hormones Handout.

Buckley, S. J. (2015). Executive Summary of Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing: Evidence and Implications for Women, Babies, and Maternity Care. Journal of Perinatal Education, 24(3), 145–153. https://doi.org/10.1891/1058-1243.24.3.145