What actually starts labor 🤔🤔

Question

So I’m laying here in bed wondering what actually triggers labor to start ... like is their a chemical released in our body that says it’s go time or what ? I can’t seem to find a clear answer and I’m trying to see what signs to look for as I’m nearing that time(I’m 35 weeks)

Answer

Yes oestrogen does. But doctors havent figured out what triggers the release. It has to hit a certain peak to trigger labor. Its found its more likely to be released when you are relaxed tho

Answer

I agree with the other commenter that it’s more likely to happen when you’re relaxed. My labour started in my sleep - a contraction woke me up and then my waters broke... I didn’t do any of the ‘tricks’ to kickstart labour and I got to meet my wonderful little man 5 days early too.

What actually starts labor 🤔🤔

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