Inquiry on whether to remove the black scab on a newborn’s umbilical cord and its potential effects on the baby

A newborn has a slight umbilical cord bleeding on the 6th day after birth. This article discusses whether this is a normal phenomenon and the corresponding measures.

Questions About Newborn Umbilical Cord Not Yet Fallen Off

A newborn’s umbilical cord opening has developed a white tubular object, possibly the remnants of an umbilical catheter. How should it be properly handled?

A 27-day-old baby has an umbilical hernia that has protruded and fallen off twice. The parent inquires about the possible causes and treatment methods.

When bathing newborns, it is important to avoid washing near injection sites to prevent any impact on growth and development.

Newborns should receive the hepatitis B vaccine as soon as possible after birth, ideally within 8 hours. The vaccine is administered in the deltoid muscle of the upper arm and requires a total of 3 doses, given at 1 month and 6 months after birth, following the 0, 1, 6 schedule.

Newborn vomiting can be caused by various reasons, including diseases such as pneumonia.

A newborn’s right leg not extending and limited movement may require early prevention and treatment.

Newborn’s right eye is tearing and has eye discharge, possible causes and treatment methods