Learn about the science behind vaginal childbirths. From how to handle early labor and contractions to the hormones that help you and your baby get through it all, you'll learn what is actually happening in your body during—in two minutes.
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Immediately after birth, a baby's skin might be blue but take on a normal color once the baby starts breathing. The baby's skin is usually covered in vernix, blood, and mucus. Vernix is a greasy substance that helps the baby adjust to the dry environment outside the womb, helps prevent dehydration, and helps prevent infections.
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