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7 Stages the Baby's Skin Develop
5 weeks Pregnancy
the embryo's top layer, called the ectoderm, begins to develop into the baby's outermost layer of skin, nervous system, eyes, and inner ears
6 to 8 weeks of pregnancy
The baby's skin color is determined by the production of melanin, with the cells responsible for melanin.
19 weeks of pregnancy
the baby develops vernix, a greasy coating that protects the delicate skin from exposure to amniotic fluid.
21 weeks of pregnancy
Lanugo completely covers baby's body.
24 weeks of pregnancy
Baby's skin is wrinkled, translucent, and pink to red in color.
24 weeks of pregnancy
Baby's skin is wrinkled, translucent, and pink to red in color.
At Birth
When born, a baby's skin is initially dark red to purple, which changes to red as they breathe air.
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