delayed umbilical cord clamping full-term infant iron

Waiting to clamp can benefit full-term babies

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For a healthy full-term newborn, waiting at least one minute to clamp the umbilical cord improves early hemoglobin levels and birthweight, and supports iron reserves through six months. The delay does not increase the mother's risk of bleeding after birth.

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Almost 250,000 Cubans

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Waiting to clamp can benefit full-term babies

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