Explain how not cutting the umbilical cord right away or “cord clamping”, boosts a baby’s health
Explain how not cutting the umbilical cord right away or “cord clamping”, boosts a baby’s health.
ABSTRACT/SUMMARY
Studies have revealed the existence of numerous benefits regarding the delayed cutting of umbilical cord of newborns. Health benefits such as higher initial concentration of hemoglobin, greater iron storage 6 months after birth and greater birth weight are some of the effects of delayed umbilical cord cutting. The present paper will discuss the above plus others based on latest (less than 5 years) peer-reviewed article analyses from reputable journals.