hey guys, im not sure if this is a stupid question that i should already know.

i was watching maternity ward on discovery channel on foxtel last night and its an american based show.

anyway, apart from the fact that they encourage 90% of their women to have epis, (which i dont like), they also put some clear stuff into the baby's eyes as soon as they are born.

it looks oily. i have no idea what it is or what its for. hope you can help