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2 Apr 2024

Umbilical Wonders

Pregnancy
Baby's growth during pregnancy
Umbilical Wonders
In this article, we will explore the amazing functions of the umbilical cord and provide you with valuable information to support a healthy and happy pregnancy.
So, let's dive into the fascinating world of umbilical wonders!
The Lifeline of Connection
The umbilical cord serves as the vital link between you and your baby, connecting the placenta to the developing fetus.
This cord, typically around 50-60 centimeters long, consists of three blood vessels: two arteries and one vein.
The vein carries oxygen and essential nutrients from you to your baby, while the arteries transport waste and deoxygenated blood back to the placenta for filtration.
This intricate network allows for the exchange of vital substances, ensuring your baby's growth and well-being. It's truly remarkable how this cord acts as a lifeline of connection, nurturing your little one throughout pregnancy.
Nutrient Powerhouse
During pregnancy, providing proper nutrition is crucial for your baby's development, and the umbilical cord plays a significant role in delivering those essential nutrients.
Through the placenta and umbilical cord, your baby receives a constant supply of vital substances, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Did you know that the umbilical cord can transport up to 200 liters of blood per day, delivering approximately 500-600 milliliters of nutrient-rich blood to your baby every minute?
This astonishing flow ensures that your baby receives the nourishment needed to thrive and grow. Remember, a balanced and nutritious diet is key to supporting this umbilical wonder!
Protective Shield
Beyond its role as a lifeline and nutrient transporter, the umbilical cord also acts as a protective shield for your baby.
The Wharton's jelly, a gelatinous substance within the cord, cushions and shields the blood vessels, providing a layer of insulation and safeguarding them from external pressure.
This remarkable feature helps protect the delicate vessels and ensures continuous blood flow between you and your baby.
It's incredible how the umbilical cord serves not only as a means of sustenance but also as a shield of protection, creating a safe environment for your little one to thrive.
The Gift of Bonding
While the umbilical cord nourishes and protects your baby physically, it also symbolizes the profound emotional bond between you and your little one.
As you caress your belly or feel those gentle kicks, you're experiencing the magical connection made possible by the umbilical cord.
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Ashley
20 May 2023

Umbilical cord dropped off tday 15days old 💕💕💕💕 #littlemilestones #moments #love #biggirl #warriorlikemommy #umbilicalcord #driedout #outtahere #tubbathsoon

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Jennifer
Baby girls didn’t fall off yet she’s 10 days old
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Ashley
It Will before u know she is 15days tday it was on last diaper changer hanging on it’s last then went to show grandma it was gone
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Evie’s Mommy 🌸
17 Mar 2023

Dumb question but her umbilical cord fell off 6 days ago, she has an outie belly button right?

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Evie’s Mommy 🌸
Aww 🥺 so cute
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Jessica
Innie bellybuttons kind of look like the end of a balloon and outies look like a cinnamon roll at the beginning lol. I think this looks more like an innie, you’ll be able to tell more once she gets a little older. I can’t really tell what my daughter is still.
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Jarlenis
18 Dec 2022

My daughters umbilical stump dropped today! 19 days 🫶🏾 Now how can I prevent from her having an outtie?

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Nikki
Take a ear q tips and clean the area with peroxide. Like 1 a day. You sometimes can not prevent an outie or a hernia in the belly button My oldest had a hernia and did not close by the time she was 5 yr old they give it to that age to hopefully heal on it's own. But it did not and had to be surgically repaired. Now she is 12 and no problems. My 3 pregnancy boy. Who is now 7. Has an outie belly button. It doesn't bug him. Congratulations on your little one. Hope this helps. This is my 7th baby and what information I have has helped in the past. ❤️
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Jarlenis
Thank you so much 🫶🏾 my boyfriends aunt told us to put a penny on it lol
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Gabriell
12 Sep 2022

The worst part about the newborn stage is this mf umbilical stump 🤷🏽‍♀️

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Gabriell
I honestly be scared something is going to pull it off early like the diaper or the way you hold them and it be having me weak like it hurt my baby 😂I know it don’t but I be ready to give her baths and not worry about her stump it’s a lot of care don’t want it to get infected or nothing
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sara
Oh okay 🤣 I was just wondering if I had forgotten something it’s been 7 years I swear I feel like this is my first time 🤣🤣🤦🏻‍♀️
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Angel
30 Jun 2022

Just found out my baby has to get surgery on her umbilical card she has umbilical granuloma I hope everything goes good 🙏🙏🙏

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Pearline
My doctor was surprised my sons was still on the other day at his appointment. She ended up dabbing around it with an alcohol pad & it pushed out more since then.
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Angel
they put silver nitrate on it to help but they said she needs to get it cut out
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Keylea
17 Jun 2022

I recently found out my little girl has a 2 vessel umbilical cord. Has anyone else ever dealt with this? I’m terrified

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Trelawney
I just found out my baby girl had the same but my dr reassured me that she is healthy I had the nipt testing done but I have to have a lot more ultrasounds then normal to make sure she is growing properly but at my anatomy scan she was rite on point
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Danielle
My sister had this when she was pregnant with my niece…she is now 9 years old and perfectly healthy! She said she found out during her anatomy scan and saw a specialist the remainder of the pregnancy just to make sure the baby was getting enough blood flow and nutrients but other than additional scans she didn’t have to do anything and she turned out perfect! I’m currently 22 weeks awaiting my anatomy scan and super nervous!
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Krystal
8 Jun 2022

This umbilical vein varix thing id scaring me has any other mommies had this problem?

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Joi
Hey! I did a search on the Umbilic Vein Varix thing and I'm confused. They just dated me at 16 weeks and said they will monitor it again at 20 weeks. Is it as scary as it sounds/looks??? Did you require additional testing?
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Krystal
I was scared at first too when she told me but no it not as scary as it looks long as it doesn’t change and blood is still flowing correctly then everything is fine . Yes you will be monitored every week from now on and to do growth check ups . Everything will be ok
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