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Is it true that collecting cord blood distracts the midwife from helping with the birth?

April 26, 2017birth blood Cord distracts Helping midwife

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Is it true that collecting cord blood distracts the midwife from helping with the birth?

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Normally, collecting umbilical cord blood is a straightforward process and shouldn’t interfere with looking after the mother and baby. It usually takes 5–10 minutes and should be undertaken within about 30 minutes of the baby’s birth. However the wellbeing of the mother and baby is always the main priority, if there was any possibility that the collection could interfere with the care of either, the collection should not take place.