Amniotic fluid is a liquid that surrounds the baby in the womb during pregnancy. Some functions of amniotic water are protecting the fetus from injury, infection, while providing space for the fetus to grow and develop properly. Amniotic water begins to be produced after the amniotic sac is formed, which is about 12 days after fertilization. Amniotic fluid first consists of maternal body fluids. Then at about 20 weeks' gestation, amniotic fluid is dominated by urine released by the fetus. The amniotic water is clear yellowish and odorless. Its composition consists of hormones, nutrients, cells supporting the immune system, and fetal urine. With amniotic fluid the fetus learns to breathe, swallow, and move. Function of amniotic fluid for the fetus Here are some of the functions of amniotic fluid for babies in the womb: 1. Protect the fetus from impact The first function of amniotic fluid is to protect the fetus from impact and external pressure, for example when a pregnant...