Caring for your newborn's umbilical cord stump | BabyCenter
Until your baby's umbilical cord stump falls off: Keep the umbilical cord stump clean and dry. Fold your baby's diaper away from the stump (or buy newborn diapers with a cut-out space for the stump). This exposes the stump to the air and prevents contact with urine. Give your baby sponge baths instead of tub baths. If the weather is warm, have ...