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Placental transfusion

Placental transfusion is the continued movement of blood between the placenta and newborn during the brief period after birth.

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Delayed cord clamping explained

Delayed cord clamping explained

What delayed cord clamping means The umbilical cord connects the fetus to the placenta and contains two arteries and one vein. Before birth, the placenta performs gas exchange and supplies oxygenated blood through the umbilical vein. After birth, the lungs expand, pulmonary blood flow rises, and the newborn begins the transition to independent circulation. Delayed […]

Benefits and safety of delayed cord clamping

Benefits and safety of delayed cord clamping

What delayed cord clamping means Immediate or early cord clamping occurs soon after birth, whereas delayed cord clamping involves waiting before applying the clamp. Guidance commonly supports delaying clamping for at least one minute when the clinical situation permits. Some protocols use a longer interval, such as 30 to 60 seconds in preterm birth or […]

When and how cord is cut

When and how cord is cut

What cord clamping and cutting mean The umbilical cord connects the fetus to the placenta throughout pregnancy. Its vessels carry oxygenated blood and nutrients toward the fetus and return deoxygenated blood to the placenta. After birth, breathing begins, pulmonary blood flow rises, and the newborn’s circulation transitions away from placental support. Cord clamping closes the […]