Oxytocin, the. “Love Hormone” is a hormone and neuropeptide that plays a crucial role in various physiological and behavioral processes. Functions: Childbirth: Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions, facilitating labor and delivery. Lactation: It triggers milk release in mothers after childbirth. Social bonding: Oxytocin promotes feelings of love, trust, and attachment between individuals, contributing to social bonding and pair bonding. Sexual behavior: It is released during orgasm and may en