A Baby on the Way: Ep. 2. How the body gives birth

There are only theories about how the onset of labour is triggered, but it is known that the limbic system in the brain releases a cocktail of hormones in a specific sequence.  A small number of women will birth quickly, but for many it is a more gradual process that is very closely linked to her emotional state and physical environment.  For the most efficient release of birth hormones, she needs to feel private, safe and unobserved.  Featuring Dr Sarah Buckley.Produced and presented by Sally CusackCopyright 2017 PBB Media and Sally CusackAll rights reserved.www.pbbmedia.org