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15 days newborn baby ,water undermines a cord of the baby ?can i wash with plenty of water??? thanks
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Umbilical cord: unable to understand your question if the umbilical cord is still attached to your baby keep it dry at all times, do not wash it with water. The cord dries up and then falls off.
Answered 1/31/2015
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