I have been thinking about delaying the clamping of the umbilical cord at birth. if anyone could give me information…

I know one of my friends that intended on doing that but she had to have a csection after 30 hrs of labor so couldnt, but it gives addition nutrients to your baby n it's not that common but a good idea!!

I want to donate my umbilical cord blood to the red cross. idk if I can do both.

I have looked into it a little and there are some pros but also it can cause jaundice. @stacy28 @sunshine09 I just feel like I look for information and am not finding as much as I would like

maybe talk to your doctor. they may know more and even have a booklet on it.

they should have gave u a paper when I had your first apt

they also should have a pallet at the office I go to for more information

I'll have to try and remember to ask at my next apt. thanks @sunshine09 @stacy28

My midwife group does it automatically and I just talked to her about it this week. I guess it helps with blood volume and increases immunities. She didn't mention any negatives like jaundice. I'll have to ask.

thank you @momagainjj82 Its not always best to believe what ya read on the internet and that's where I saw that information, so it could very well be false. How long do they delay?

@ericaann1993, that's a good question, one for my next appointment lol. I never know the right questions to ask so I usually jot some down and ask at my next if I forget. Every two weeks now so I don't have to wait too long 😊

I'm still only going every 4 weeks, so if you think about it let me know what your midwife says about the length of time they delay. thanks again for your help @momagainjj82 !!!

@ericaann1993, will do 😊

My midwife delays it until the cord goes white, meaning there's no blood left in it