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Umbilical cord
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a flexible tube connecting the fetus to the placenta, facilitating the exchange of nutrients and oxygen during pregnancy
What is the "umbilical cord"?
The umbilical cord is a flexible tube that connects the baby to the mother's womb. It carries oxygen and nutrients from the mother to the baby and removes waste products from the baby's blood. The tube is essential for the baby’s growth and development during pregnancy. After birth, the cord is pinched and cut, and it eventually dries up and falls off, leaving a small belly button.
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The baby's heartbeat is often checked through the umbilical cord.
The doctor examined the umbilical cord to ensure proper fetal development.
Nutrients from the mother pass through the umbilical cord to nourish the baby.
Ultrasound scans monitor the health and function of the umbilical cord during pregnancy.
The umbilical cord is cut shortly after childbirth, separating the baby from the placenta.
