Some researchers believe that a surge in the fetus's production of "stress" hormones protects it from the adverse conditions of birth (i.e., Lagercrantz & Slotkin, 1986). Supporting this idea is the observation that infants delivered by cesarean section often:

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Infants delivered by cesarean section often have difficulty breathing, which supports the idea that a surge in "stress" hormones during birth may be important for protecting the fetus from adverse conditions.

Some Researchers Believe That a Surge in the Fetus's Production