Question
When does a newborn’s umbilical cord heal? My child is 12 days old, and the umbilical cord has not yet fallen off. Is this normal? How many days on average is it needed?
Answer
Hello, the general detachment time for a newborn’s umbilical cord is between 3 to 7 days, with the latest possible time being 15 to 20 days. In terms of care, it is important to keep the umbilical cord and its surrounding area dry and clean, avoid friction and excessive moisture, and regularly disinfect.