03/26/2026
Did you know the placenta is a unique organ that plays a vital role in your endocrine system?
The placenta, like other endocrine organs/glands, secrete hormones necessary for homeostasis -however it brings a new balance system for 2 instead of 1-, it produces fetal growth hormones, and even CRH, the hormone responsible for setting labor into motion.
How cool is that!
Taking care of your endocrine system is one way you can ensure a healthy pregnancy, healthy baby, and healthy birth.
You can support your endocrine system with balanced nutrition, consistent sleep, lowering stress, and regular movement/exerciseβ‘
Pictured here is the maternal side of the placenta where it detached from the uterine wall.