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How to Care for an Umbilical Cord Stump
Keep your newborn’s cord stump clean and dry while it heals. A few simple adjustments to diapering, clothing, and bathing can make daily care easier.
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Umbilical Cord: What It Does and What Happens After Birth
The umbilical cord connects your baby to the placenta during pregnancy, carrying oxygen and nutrients. After birth, the cord is cut and…
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When Does the Umbilical Cord Stump Fall Off?
Most newborns’ umbilical cord stumps fall off within one to three weeks after birth. See what the drying and separation process can…