In females, the hormone ______ stimulates labor, the production of breast milk while nursing infants, and is associated with nurturing behaviors.

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Oxytocin is the hormone that stimulates labor and is also associated with nurturing behaviors and the production of breast milk while nursing infants. Estrogen and progesterone are involved in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy, but do not specifically stimulate labor or milk production. Thyroxin is a hormone involved in metabolism and energy levels, but is not directly related to reproduction or nurturing behaviors.

In Females, the Hormone ______ Stimulates Labor, the Production of Breast