Question
My baby was born premature, and I’ve been very worried about her condition from the start. Recently, she’s been experiencing a series of situations, and I’m very concerned, afraid that her condition might worsen. What exactly is the umbilical cord?
Answer
The umbilical cord is the channel that connects the mother to the baby, the place where the baby absorbs nutrition and exchanges blood oxygen and nutrients with the mother. Pay attention to rest and nutrition during pregnancy, and regularly take calcium tablets in the later stages of pregnancy to prevent deficiencies in calcium for both the fetus and the mother. If the baby is threatened by neonatal diseases, the mother must take her child to see a doctor immediately for treatment, avoiding self-medication to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it’s important to closely observe any changes in your child’s symptoms and do your best to help them receive timely treatment for any diseases.