29 Baby Questions Every New Mom Should Be Able To Answer
At what age does a baby's umbilical cord stump detach?
Correct Incorrect When a baby is born, the umbilical cord is still attached, linking the baby to the placenta in the womb and, essentially, to the mother. After birth, the cord is typically cut to minimize the risk of heavy bleeding for the mother. However, once the umbilical cord is severed, the baby is left with an umbilical cord stump, which will take some time to naturally detach.