Which hormone suppresses the stress response and is released during labor?

A) oxytocin
B) cortisol
C) adrenaline
D) endorphins

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter often associated with social bonding, childbirth, and lactation.

Cortisol

A hormone released by the adrenal glands in response to stress, which can increase blood sugar and suppress the immune system.

Adrenaline

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as epinephrine, released by the adrenal glands, that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism in response to stress.