Inès and Raphael Were Anxious to Continue to Hold Their

Inès and Raphael were anxious to continue to hold their baby right after she was born, but it was important that she be washed and dried before she was returned to the safety of her parents. Why is this necessary?

A) to reduce the risk of infection
B) to initiate breathing
C) to allow time for the baby to calm after the birth process
D) to ensure that the baby's presence does not interfere with stage 3 labor