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Whats the big deal about meconium?

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Whats the big deal about meconium?

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Meconium is a good thing when it arrives after the baby has been delivered. Problems can occur with meconium when it is present in the amniotic fluid before delivery. This thick gooey material can get lodged in the airway if the baby inhales it during delivery. And if enough is inhaled, it may settle in the lungs, making it very difficult for the baby to get enough oxygen by breathing after delivery. Fortunately, most of the time, when meconium is present in the amniotic fluid, the baby has no trouble with it.