Let us first define what is an Umbilical cord stump is. during your baby is born, the umbilical cord which is attached to the placenta is being clumped and cut. do not worry because the baby won't feel any pain through this procedure. As such, it leaves a stump that is attached to the belly button of the infant.
Care is needed within the umbilical stump since it will take 7 to 21 days for it to dry. in order to avoid infections regular sanitation of the stump is needed. you should always keep the stump clean and dry. do not attempt to pull off the stump for it will hurt the baby, instead wait for it to fall of.
