When a woman is one and a half weeks pregnant, the umbilical cord of the baby joins with the mother in the uterus, it is also called the nutritional sac. Nutrition and oxygen to the baby reaches through this umbilical cord. When the baby is born, the doctors cut the umbilical cord and the baby is separated from the mother. After the umbilical cord is cut, it is clipped and to stop bleeding or pus, it is clipped, which is kept for at least 24 hours. Many times it is seen that the parents or those who are taking care of the baby remove the clip from the umbilical cord according to their experience and adopt methods to stop the bleeding from it, which can also result in infection. . So don't make such mistake.
Women should have the clip of the umbilical cord removed by the doctor before being discharged from the hospital. The doctor removes the cleat on his own accord, cleans the umbilical cord with antiseptic and hands over the baby to you. This is done to protect the child from infection. If you are a new parent and you do not know how to take proper care of the umbilical cord, then today we are telling you some tips. These tips are also important because there is a risk of bleeding and infection if the umbilical cord is not taken care of properly in summer. So let's know-
Umbilical Cord Care Tips
• Your baby's umbilical cord detaches on its own, so don't try to force or pull it. When the baby's umbilical cord is cut, it turns white. Which gradually turns brown, black or gray in color and then fades away on its own. It usually takes 7 to 21 days for the umbilical cord to be removed.
• Light lukewarm water should be used to clean the umbilical cord. Dip cotton in water and then clean the umbilical cord with light hands. If the clip is attached, then simply lift it and clean it with light hands. If you have red marks, pus or smell here, then contact the doctor. These can be symptoms of infection.
• Try to keep the baby's umbilical cord open in the summer season, so that it dries quickly from the air and separates. Dress the child in cotton clothes during this season. While wearing the diaper, keep in mind that it does not touch the umbilical cord, otherwise the baby may be in pain.
• When the baby's umbilical cord falls off, blood or pus may come out of it. In such a situation, cream or medicine can be used on the advice of the doctor. Do not take any medicine of your own free will. If the bleeding is not stopping and the surrounding area has become red, then contact the doctor immediately.
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