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The white stuff on a newborn is called vernix caseosa. It is a protective coating made of skin cells, oil, and lanolin that forms on the baby's skin during pregnancy. Vernix helps to moisturize and protect the skin while in the amniotic fluid and also has antibacterial properties. Typically, it is wiped off gently after birth, although some parents choose to leave it on to nourish the skin.

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