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Umbilical Cord Care for Newborns

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The Cord Stump
Umbilical Cord Care for Newborns

The cord stump is what will be left once the cord has fallen off. It looks like a larger scab. You can simply throw it away. Though some parents choose to save it. Totally your choice. The above picture is what you can expect to find.

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