My newborn’s (6days) umbilical cord stump started bleeding in the night only a drop or 2 of blood and isn’t actively bleeding. Should I call doctor? My mom anxiety is off the charts.
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No advice as my first isn’t ready to be born yet 🥲 But try soaking with salt water perhaps to keep it clean and contact the doctor to see if it needs to be looked at aswell x

Likely fine, this happened with my daughter. It rubbed on her diaper while sleeping, causing it to bleed minimally.

Don’t be concerned unless it’s constantly bleeding. My daughter ripped hers off at 5 days old and I freaked out but the pediatrician assured me as long as there’s no active bleeding she’s fine.