What is that white stuff called that is on a baby right after it is born?

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2007-06-04 11:03:20 · 6 answers · asked by liz1626 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby

Vernix caseosa. It comes from the Latin meaning "cheesy varnish."

Some babies are born with a lot, others with little.

2007-06-04 11:11:03 · answer #1 · answered by greydoc6 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Vernix

2007-06-04 18:06:57 · answer #2 · answered by Questing 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Vernix. It helps protect the babys skin while inside the womb.

2007-06-04 18:08:36 · answer #3 · answered by Gina H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

it is called vernix caseosa and it is to protect the baby's skin during labor and delivery.

2007-06-04 18:11:51 · answer #4 · answered by abadgirlwithgoodintentions 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

vernix

2007-06-04 18:06:52 · answer #5 · answered by mdmrun 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Vernix you mean?

2007-06-04 18:06:55 · answer #6 · answered by Melissa H 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋