It's incredibly important to understand how hormones work during birth.  Many of us know the “fight or flight” system and how it kicks up adrenaline (epinephrine) and other panic/danger hormones in our body.  While they do have one place in birth (watch the video below!) – we generally want to encourage a much less-known system during our birthing time… the calm & connection system.

This system is fueled by oxytocin and plays a crucial role in pregnancy and birth.  You need to understand this system if you want to have a great (and safe) natural birth!  Check out the video below 😀

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