For a family, the baby is the hope of a family and the crystallization of parents' love. But some babies are not sound at birth, which makes parents very worried. There is such a kind of baby, they are called "rabbit babies", not because they are cute, but because they are born with "rabbit lips", which is what we often call cleft lip and palate. There are many reasons for cleft lip and palate in newborns, such as genetic factors, lack of certain nutrients, and mother being infected by virus.

Regarding the causes of baby's cleft lip and palate, let me give you a few simple examples:

First, genetic factors.

If in a family, the immediate family members of the baby have had cleft lip and palate, then the baby born is likely to have such a phenomenon. Also, if the first baby is cleft lip and palate, then the second baby may also be.

Second, lack of nutrition.

If the mother does not supplement enough nutrition during pregnancy and the baby lacks the nutrition of trace elements, it will easily lead to cleft lip and palate. Especially when the mother lacks trace elements such as calcium, iron and phosphorus, then the baby can easily form cleft lip and palate. Therefore, mothers must ensure their nutritional supplements, not only for themselves, but also for the baby in their bellies.

Third, virus infection.

Some pregnant mothers don't take good care of themselves during pregnancy, and it is easy to get sick. The invasion of this virus not only makes pregnant mothers feel uncomfortable, but also easily causes the baby's congenital malformation. Moreover, when pregnant women are sick, the medicine they take can easily have a bad influence on their babies.

There are many reasons for the baby's congenital cleft lip and palate. Pregnant mothers and their families must pay attention to these problems. Finally, I hope every mother can give birth to a healthy and smart baby.