Newborns stump fell off on day three, navel was a little red, got antibiotic ointment from chemist, it was looking better but suddenly 4 days later its bleeding every time i change her nappy.

Common: The umbilical stump is composed of arteries & a vein that fed baby during pregnancy.As the cord stump dries & separates, there is often a bit of bleeding. Ointments delays healing,alcohol speeds it.Local care as you would a scratch is all that is needed unless the bleeding persists.Occasionally the pediatrician needs to cauterize a stubborn bleeder in the office