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2022-06-26 04:23:23
My newborn is 12 days old. His umbilical cord stump has fallen off however the umbilicus has not dried up completely. Can I introduce tummy time and what I should keep in mind while doing so?
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Answered2022-06-26 06:16:13

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Can start. Better after 1 month. Adult supervision must. Face turned to right or left. Without diapers. Before feed. Preferably before bath too.

Answered2022-06-26 13:05:05

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Kindly have a teleconsultation with Paediatrician.

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