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The twins are still a few minutes old and covered with vernix. Thats what gives the aromatic pleasant smell to all newborns .
Vernix Caseosa is a white cheesy material that covers newborns in the womb .
It protects them from the amniotic fluid in many ways . Without it the skin becomes wrinkled .
It also protects them from infection .
Its beneficial to let it be on the newborns for some time before washing them off .
Its been 2 days and we are still in the hospital .
Dr Halina is doing well up and moving about .
Breastfeeding has already begun every 2 hours .
That means sleepless nights for her .
We try to do as much skin to skin contact with the twins . These are critical times for bonding to develop - from our voices and touches .
Most of the time Dads do not know what to do and just leave everything to Mommy .
Its important for Dads to get involved during these precious times by cuddling them , cooing them , changing their diapers and many more .
Babies could sense the presence of loved ones which will benefit in the long run .
Just sharing ...
Salam Everyone
Love As Always
PS - We are still undecided with their names . Any suggestions ? One with the same alphabet for both ....
Sunway Medical Centre
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