How to Care for a Baby’s Umbilical Cord?

 

The clamp on your new baby's umbilical cord should fall off within 7 to 10 days of birth. Until then, and for days after, it's important to prevent infection by keeping the belly button area clean and dry. Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to care for a baby's umbilical cord, from washing it to diapering around it.