Where there is love, there is oxytocin. ♥️ Did you know oxytocin literally means “fast childbirth” in Greek⁉️ Oxytocin = efficient contractions that progress labor. A few ways to increase oxytocin: ✅ Massage 💆‍♀️ ✅ Kissing ✅ Gentle touch ✅ Hug ✅ Feeling safe and secure ✅ Staying calm, full of peace ✅ Trust ✅ Laughter The greatest enemy of oxytocin is stress, fear, and anxiety 😨 These inhibit oxytocin and slow labor down. Don’t underestimate the power of a simple kiss 😘 or hug 🤗 during labor.