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Umbilical Cord Healing

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FT96 · 08/12/2021 21:36

Hey Guys,

New mumma here - I’m just wondering if this umbilical cord looks infected? Baby is 4 days old; it just started to come away today.

I will be ringing the midwives first thing tomorrow morning just wanting some opinions.

Thank you!

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Chely · 08/12/2021 21:43

There is no pic.
I wouldn't worry too much if the midwife is coming to see you within the next few days.

Seeline · 08/12/2021 21:44

Does it smell?

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FT96 · 08/12/2021 21:48

@Chely thank you for your reply! My next appointment isn't until 10 days - just realised I wrote it wrong he is 5 days old. I have tried uploading the photo unfortunately due to being a new user it won't allow me to :(

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FT96 · 08/12/2021 21:48

@Seeline - I can't smell anything

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Seeline · 08/12/2021 21:51

The smell alerted me when DDs was infected.

If you're worried, just give your MW a ring.

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