The baby's umbilical cord is the part that connects the baby to the placenta during pregnancy. However, during pregnancy the baby in the womb can get wrapped around the umbilical cord. This twisting of the umbilical cord should not be taken lightly as it can cause complications during labor and strangle the baby.
What is umbilical cord entanglement?
The function of the umbilical cord during pregnancy is to help deliver oxygen and nutrients from the mother's body to the fetus. So that the baby in the womb can develop and grow properly. baby wrapped around the umbilical cord can inhibit the development and growth of the baby in the womb.
This umbilical cord entanglement does not only occur on the baby's neck, but can also be wrapped around the baby's other limbs. Even the condition of the baby wrapped around the sar cord can occur at any time, both during pregnancy and before delivery.
The twisting of the baby's umbilical cord can be a problem during labor. The umbilical cord wrapped around the neck can make it difficult for the baby to come out due to the strong pressure from the umbilical cord. This condition is very dangerous because the baby does not get enough oxygen and nutrients.
Causes of umbilical cord entanglement
The incidence of a baby being wrapped around the umbilical cord, although rare, can be a serious situation and requires quick action. The following are the causes of the baby being wrapped around the umbilical cord in the womb including:
Baby movement during pregnancy
Babies who actively move while in the womb can make the baby wrapped around the umbilical cord around their body or neck, so pregnant women must check the womb regularly to monitor the baby in the stomach.
Length of the umbilical cord
Generally, the length of the umbilical cord is 50-60 cm. However, in some cases there are fetuses that have umbilical cords as long as 80 cm. This can be one of the factors causing the baby to be wrapped around the umbilical cord.
Lack of umbilical cord jelly layer
Please note that the baby's umbilical cord is protected by a layer of jelly named Wharton's Jelly. The function of this layer is to connect the fetus with the placenta so as not to cause twisting. The lack of this jelly layer can trigger the baby to be wrapped around the umbilical cord.
Pregnant with twins
More than one umbilical cord usually occurs when pregnant with twins. Usually, being pregnant with twins or more than two babies allows each baby to have a different umbilical cord. So, the baby is at risk of umbilical cord entanglement when there are more than one or multiple umbilical cords.
Poor umbilical cord structure
One of the causes of umbilical cord entanglement is the poor condition of the umbilical cord making it less elastic. The problematic elasticity of the umbilical cord can wrap around the baby too tightly.
How to handle a baby wrapped around the umbilical cord
For pregnant women whose babies are experiencing umbilical cord entanglement, there is no need to worry. Not all babies who are wrapped around the umbilical cord have to go through a cesarean delivery. Because there is still a chance for babies wrapped around the umbilical cord to be born normally.
Pregnant women can consult an obstetrician first, what delivery process is appropriate for this condition. If there is only one twist of the umbilical cord on the baby's neck then it is not a problem. Pregnant women can still deliver the baby normally through the vagina.
However, in the condition of many and strong twists, the doctor will advise pregnant women to give birth by cesarean section. This is to prevent complications and adverse effects on the baby. It is important for pregnant women to visit their birth doctor regularly to monitor the baby's health, especially before delivery. So that the doctor can provide the best solution to deal with the baby's umbilical cord problem and other complaints.
MAKUKU's Belly Button U-Shape feature to care for newborn umbilical cord
After delivery, the baby's umbilical cord will be cut and left a little on the baby's navel. The remaining piece of umbilical cord will dry up and fall off by itself within 3-14 days.
As long as the baby's umbilical cord has not been severed, do not forcefully remove the umbilical cord because it can make the baby's umbilical cord bleed and become infected. One of the ways to take care of your newborn's umbilical cord is to choose the right diapers such as MAKUKU SAP Diapers. All MAKUKU SAP Diapers variants have a belly button u-shape feature.
This belly button u-shape feature is a curved U-shaped cut on the front of the diaper that serves to protect the baby's umbilical cord. With the belly button u-shape, moms and dads do not need to bend, cut the front or loosen the diaper adhesive so that it does not rub against the baby's umbilical cord. So that the baby's umbilical cord can be well maintained and reduce the risk of infection.
The U-shape belly button feature on MAKUKU SAP Diapers specifically for NB size has been awarded as the First Diaper in Indonesia with the Newborn Special U-Shape Belly Button Feature. So, moms and dads don't need to hesitate and entrust the best protection of newborn umbilical cords to MAKUKU. (Aq/MKK)
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