Question
How should I handle the slight bleeding from my newborn’s umbilical cord on the tenth day morning?
Answer
According to the description, the baby experienced slight bleeding from the umbilical cord area on the tenth day morning after birth. It is recommended that parents keep the umbilical cord area clean and perform appropriate disinfection. If the bleeding dries up and forms a scab naturally after a medical examination with no abnormalities, parents can continue to observe and maintain daily disinfection. Additionally, it is important to avoid allowing the baby to touch the umbilical cord during activity, and ensure that diapers do not cover the umbilical cord area to maintain dryness. Typically, the time for the umbilical cord scab to fall off can vary from baby to baby. If it takes longer, parents should not worry too much, but they need to continue to monitor for any signs of infection.