Study reveals how uterine contractions are regulated by stretch and pressure during childbirth

When labor begins, the uterus must coordinate rhythmic, well-timed contractions to deliver the baby safely. While hormones such as progesterone and oxytocin are key contributors to that process, scientists have long suspected that physical forces—in this case, the stretching and pressure that accompany pregnancy and delivery—also play a role.

Source: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-reveals-uterine-pressure-childbirth.html