“Most babies are normal; of course your baby is.”

“Your baby must be all right; listen to that strong cry.”

“Yes, because your entire pregnancy has been so normal.”

“We will unwrap your baby; now you can see for yourself.”

After an 8 hour, uneventful labor, a client gives birth. After an airway is ensured and the neonate is dried and wrapped in a blanket, the nurse places the newborn in the mother’s arms. The mother asks, “Is my baby normal?” What is the nurse’s best response?