The period after the umbilical cord falls off in newborns is a sensitive period. Abnormal signs in the navel are warnings of dangerous diseases. If any unusual signs appear, it is best for the mother to take the baby to the hospital for examination.

Normally, newborn babies' umbilical cords fall off within 8-10 days. After falling off, the umbilical cord still needs to be well cared for and kept dry, however, if the umbilical cord is not cleaned and cared for properly, it can lead to bad conditions.

The process of umbilical cord falling off in newborns is slow or long depending on the body, health as well as hygiene. Keeping the umbilical cord clean immediately after birth and in the first days after birth is effective in preventing umbilical infection.

The navel of a newborn baby is susceptible to infection because of the umbilical cord cut after birth. If the baby's navel is cut with an unsterilized instrument or daily hygiene is not ensured, the baby's navel will be at high risk of infection. In addition, abnormalities in the navel of a newborn baby can also be a warning sign of some dangerous diseases in the child.

The flexible umbilical cord carries nutrients and blood from the mother to nourish the fetus during pregnancy. After birth, the umbilical cord is clamped and cut close to the navel, leaving the umbilical stump. The umbilical cord usually falls off within one to three weeks after birth. During the process of birth and clamping and cutting, germs can enter the cord and cause infection. So what are the signs of an infected navel in a newborn?