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Sheeza Basharat
Sheeza Basharatalmost 4 years ago
Vernix caseosa

Vernix caseosa

Vernix caseosa, also called birthing custard, is a white, cheese-like substance found coating the skin of newborn babies. It is produced by dedicated cells and is thought to have some protective roles during fetal development and for a few hours after birth. Image by: https://www.instagram.com/p/CPsnC_Vn0o1/?utm_medium=copy_link

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almost 4 years ago

Does it plays any role in movement of baby in Aminiotic sac?

almost 4 years ago

Yes it naturally acts as a lubricant helping the baby to slide out of the birth canal.

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