Effect of oxytocin and cortisol levels on mother–infant bonding

Oxytocin (OT) has been associated with mother–infant bonding, while cortisol levels have stressful response. The objective of this study was to explore the possible correlation between OT and quality bonding. were measured using urine saliva tests. Maternal bonding by observation a post-partum questionnaire. Our results, group 29 healthy dyads, found no nurturing condition, but we positive correlations expressed feelings mothers towards their infants, as well negative less intense (feel afraid or resents infant). Understanding association mother infant interactions induced hormones should be valuable tool for paediatricians psychologist in promoting behaviours that will benefit future adult behaviour society at large. Keywords: Oxytocin, cortisol, mother, effect.