Thousands of preterm babies could be saved by waiting 60 seconds before clamping the umbilical cord after birth instead of clamping it immediately -- according to two international studies. The review found clear evidence that delayed clamping reduced hospital mortality by a third and is safe for mothers and pre-term infants.

Source: Wait a minute! Clamping the umbilical cord later saves preterm babies' lives


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