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What Happens to the Umbilical Cord After Birth?

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The journey of the umbilical cord after birth has fluctuated dramatically over time. Learn about the ways to maximize its benefits here.
The short answer is, the cord is clamped and cut, leaving a stump that falls off 5-15 days later. The mother’s portion is expelled with the placenta. The part of the cord in between may be harvested for life-saving

Newborn girl with umbilical cord, shortly after birth, Stock Photo

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