25/09/2025
The umbilicus, a.k.a., the belly button.
After a baby is born, the umbilical cord is clamped and cut, but don't worry, there are no nerves, so there is no pain for mom or baby.
What you do need to be concerned about is keeping the cord stump clean and dry.
Just leave it alone, protect it from getting pulled on, (or peed on). No liquids, oils, or even alcohol and in about a week or two, it will fall off.
If you notice it looking swollen, red, smelling bad, or oozing blood or pus, then clean around it with mild soap and water, let it dry, and call your doctor if it doesn't improve or your baby develops a fever.