Baby who is inside a womb can't smell anything

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In summary, a baby inside the womb cannot smell anything from outside of the womb, but they can hear some sounds that are transmitted through the mother's body and the amniotic fluid. As for stimulating the fetus with visual or other types of stimuli, it would require advanced technology and is not currently possible. Additionally, it is not possible for the baby to smell things from outside of the womb because the molecules cannot enter the uterus.
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A baby who is inside a womb can't smell anything outside of the womb right?

But they can hear outside of the womb?

Or can they smell things (From outside of the womb) inside the womb?

Um, would it be possible to stimulate babies inside the womb with visual stimuli and other types of stimuli? (With future technology)
 
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A zygote or fetus is inside the uterus (depending on developmental stage), a baby is already born.

Assuming you're talking about late enough term that the fetus has developed sensory organs, some sounds would be transmitted to the fetus, though they wouldn't sound the same as they do in air since they would be muffled by the woman's body and the fluid the fetus is surrounded by (think of what you hear when underwater; it's quite different from what you hear when not underwater).

Now, really stop and think about the next parts of your question. How could smells possibly be transferred from the air to a fetus? Of course they're not smelling things from the outside air while inside the uterus because there's no way for those odor-producing molecules to get in.
 
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Yes, it is true that babies inside the womb cannot smell anything from outside of the womb. This is because the amniotic fluid that surrounds the baby acts as a barrier and prevents any smells from entering the womb. However, babies can hear sounds from outside of the womb, as the amniotic fluid allows sound waves to pass through.

As for whether babies can smell things inside the womb, it is believed that they can detect and respond to certain smells, such as the scent of their mother's amniotic fluid or breast milk. However, this is still a topic of debate and more research is needed to fully understand the sense of smell in fetuses.

In terms of stimulating babies inside the womb with visual or other types of stimuli, there is ongoing research and development in this area. Some studies have shown that babies can respond to light and touch in the womb, and it is possible that future technology may allow for more advanced forms of stimulation. However, it is important to note that the womb is a delicate and protected environment, and any external stimuli should be carefully considered and monitored.
 

1. Can a baby inside the womb smell anything?

No, a baby inside the womb does not have a fully developed sense of smell and cannot smell anything.

2. Why can't a baby inside the womb smell anything?

The sense of smell is developed later in the pregnancy, usually around the third trimester. Before that, the necessary structures for smelling, such as the olfactory nerve, are not fully formed.

3. Can the smell of food or other substances consumed by the mother affect the baby inside the womb?

Yes, some studies have shown that certain smells, such as garlic or alcohol, can pass through the placenta and be detected by the baby. However, it is not clear if these smells have any impact on the development of the baby's sense of smell.

4. Does a baby inside the womb have a sense of taste?

Yes, a baby inside the womb can taste the amniotic fluid that surrounds them. The flavors of the food that the mother eats can be detected in the fluid, which may influence the baby's taste preferences after birth.

5. Can the sense of smell develop while the baby is still inside the womb?

Yes, although the sense of smell is not fully developed until after birth, the structures necessary for smelling begin to develop during the first trimester. By the third trimester, the baby's sense of smell is more developed and they may be able to react to certain scents.

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