How can I make the umbilical cord stump fall off sooner?
Usually the stump will fall off in about 1 to 3 weeks after birth. Some parents find it a bit unsightly, and there are some things that you can do to help the cord stump fall off sooner: 1. Keep the area clean and dry. This will help the stump dry up and completely heal. 2. Keep the area uncovered in warm weather, such as by dressing your baby in a light t-shirt and pants, which will allow air circulation around the umbilical cord stump. 3. In cold weather, try not to dress your baby in clothing that zips or buttons in the front. This will help keep the stump from snagging on the clothing or getting caught in a zipper or button opening, which could cause a tear, bleeding, and a slower healing process. 4. Never attempt to pull the stump off, even if it appears to only be hanging on by a small thread of skin. Prematurely breaking the skin can cause bleeding and slow the healing process. 5. Never give your baby a bath that involves submerging the stump in water. Most hospitals will tell n
