#paediatrician Can I apply betadine tube to dry off blood on baby's belly button after the stump falls off?

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ExpertDr Shruti KainthObstetrician and Gynaecologist5 years ago

A. Hi, thanks for the query. Yes you can apply betadine ointment on the umbilicus fir faster healing. You can even apply breast milk on the umbilicus, which also helps in healing.

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