Reproductive Hormones

progesterone

along with estrogen, promotes fertilization by increasing cilia movements within the fallopian tubes

LH

stimulates ovulation and the production of the corpus luteum

progesterone

works with estrogen to promote mammary gland development

estrogen

stimulates the development of reproductive organs and breasts

FSH

regulates the production and maintenance of sperm

prolactin

stimulates breast development and the production of milk

testosterone

aids in the development of sex organs and secondary sex characteristics for males

oxytocin

present in both genders, this hormone is involved with regulation of structures for breastfeeding and for regulating a positive feedback stimulations for contractions during childbirth

LH

stimulates Leydig cells to produce testosterone

testosterone

promotes hair growth, increase in bone density and muscle mass

estrogen

stimulates long bone growth and female characteristics of the skeleton

FSH

regulates the maturation of vesicular follicles in the ovary