Having a baby like a snowman, the woman was told by her mother-in-law it was a omen until the doctor congratulated her

Having a baby like a snowman, her mother-in-law said it was a bad omen, the woman panickedly asked the doctor but received a congratulation.

Born like a "snowman," her mother-in-law said it was an omen

After a strenuous pregnancy, a woman named Tieu Li (China) gave birth to a healthy baby. The birth of the baby is a great joy for her family. However, the whole Tieu Li family was shocked when she received the baby from the nurse.

Having a baby like a snowman is said to be a bad omen by her mother-in-law

When the baby was born, she was hugged by the nurse, Tieu Li could not see how she was. When she returned to the postpartum room and saw her mother-in-law crying and sadly, Tieu Li hurriedly asked her what was the matter. Her husband standing next to say that the baby was born to look like a "snowman", and the whole white, sticky, sticky body was not lovable at all. Her husband's words surprised Tieu Nhi because she herself hadn't been able to meet her child. But her sorrow intensified when her mother-in-law, the old-fashioned conception, said that giving birth like a snowman was not an omen.

She quickly asked the doctor, unexpectedly he smiled to congratulate her. That sign is perfectly fine and there are also rare babies with beautiful "snow" layers like her baby. At that time, Tieu Li's family let out a sigh of relief.

The wax makes newborn babies look ugly but has a wonderful effect

The white wax patches around the body when babies are born, making parents just want to wipe them away is the vernix caseosa layer. It forms on the baby's skin around 17-20 weeks of pregnancy and follows the baby until birth. This wax may look "dirty" but this is completely natural.

The main composition of vernix wax layer is water (80.5%), the rest is fat (10.3%) and protein (9.1%). In addition, it also contains substances that support the baby's immune system. Many people believe that this wax will create a unique "baby smell" that everyone loves.

The wax makes newborn babies look ugly but has a wonderful effect

-  Skin protection fetus : While in the womb, babies are always covered by the amniotic fluid. The vernix wax layer is the curtain that separates the amniotic fluid and the fetal skin. When the fetus is soaked in amniotic fluid for 9 months and 10 days, without it, fetal skin will be easily damaged. It can be said that the vernix wax layer is like a waterproof jacket, helping to protect the skin cells underneath that are well developed. In addition, vernix wax helps to retain moisture and maintain the baby's body temperature after birth.

- Keeping moisture and maintaining the baby's body temperature after birth : Suddenly leaving the warm "nest" in the womb, the baby can not adapt to the outside temperature, sometimes much lower. Baby's skin is very thin, has very little protection, and therefore less sweat and oil secretion than adults. As a result, baby's skin tends to lose moisture easily and become dry easily. Vernix wax helps prevent dehydration and moisturizes the skin, making baby's skin smoother. This wax layer also contains vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps your baby cope with the stress of birth.

Vernix wax helps prevent dehydration and moisturizes the skin, making baby's skin smoother

- Protect the baby from diseases at normal birth : The mother's genital tract sometimes contains bacteria and viruses that cause disease and they can enter the baby's body when the baby "passes" through. The baby's immune system is very weak and the baby is susceptible to infection. This waxy layer acts as a protective layer to prevent bacteria from entering. In addition, it also contains substances that fight bacteria and pathogens.

- Has a certain role in lubrication at birth : The vernix wax is lubricating so to a certain extent it helps the baby pass through the birth canal more easily.

Babies born prematurely (less than 28 weeks) will not have this wax. Therefore, right after the baby is born, he or she needs to be supported in temperature regulation.

Sometimes, babies are taken to bathe immediately after birth to wash off the white wax covering the body. This is not always a good idea because removing this wax can leave young skin sensitive and susceptible to infection. The purpose of bathing your baby is to wash away blood and stool. You should wipe gently to remove the vernix wax layer. After giving birth, wait about 24 - 48 hours and then bathe your baby. Because during this time, the vernix wax will help the baby adjust to life outside the mother's body.

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