Question
The newborn’s navel is protruding after one month, possibly due to preterm birth or increased abdominal pressure. Traditional treatments have been ineffective, and I hope to find an effective treatment method.
Answer
After birth, the scar tissue around the baby’s navel has not yet matured, and the sheath of the rectus abdominis muscle has not fully closed, making it prone to umbilical hernias. When the baby cries or abdominal pressure increases, internal abdominal tissue can protrude through the navel, forming a variable, spherical lump. In most cases, the umbilical hernia will naturally heal within one year as the abdominal muscles develop and scars contract. During the care process, it should be avoided to let the baby cry excessively to reduce the occurrence of navel lumps. If the situation is severe, consider seeking professional medical assistance, but usually no special treatment is needed. I hope the baby can grow up healthily and happily.