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is the hormone that is released by the mother's pituitary gland that is responsible for initiating contractions in the uterus as a precursor to labor.

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Answer:

Oxytosin

Explanation:

Oxytosin is an important hormone secreted by the pituitary gland and has a variety of functions including but not limited to:

  • Sexual reproduction
  • Initiation of labour in pregnant women by stimulating the contraction of the uterine muscles and increased prostaglandin production
  • Onset of lactation and breastfeeding

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