In this episode we explore the impact of oxytocin on health: supporting resilience, emotional regulation, and overall well-being through its neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties. The episode highlights the hormone's role in social connection, the gut, wound healing, and the regulation of the mother-infant nervous system and practical tips are offered on nourishing oxytocin levels to enhance wellbeing throughout matrescence and beyond.00:00 Welcome to Well Rooted Matrescence

00:40 Grounding and Breath Awareness

02:15 Exploring Oxytocin Beyond Birth and Breastfeeding

03:22 Oxytocin, Social Support, and the Nervous System

04:42 Oxytocin, the Gut, and the Nervous System

05:37 Oxytocin and Wound Healing

06:01 Stress and the Nervous System of the Breastfeeding Dyad

08:13 Nourishing Oxytocin: Practical Tips

09:54 Conclusion and FarewellThis episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠Well Rooted Matrescence⁠⁠ membership, an online space for pregnant and new mothers including a wisdom-filled content library and a private online community, away from social media.⁠⁠Join today⁠⁠ for $9/month or $97/year.

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