How To Care For Baby Umbilical Cord Fall Off. The stump usually takes five to 15 days to heal and sometimes a little longer. This will make cleaning a lot easier.
In the past doctors suggested cleaning the cords base with rubbing alcohol to help it dry out but that guidance has changed. There are no nerve endings in the navel cord so your baby wont feel any pain. Keep the area dry.
After the cord falls off continue sponge baths for a few more days.
This will make cleaning a lot easier. If the stump does get wet gently. Fold down the top of your babys nappy to allow air to get to the stump and to avoid friction from the nappy irritating the wound. Allow The Cord to Heal Naturally.