Parenting Basics: Newborn Care & Child Development

Newborn care basics include managing belly button discharge and bleeding, while understanding how different parenting styles impact long-term child development.

Is It OK if My Newborn Baby's Belly Button Is Bleeding?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Peter Mitchell

A baby's belly button may bleed a little in the days following birth. A few spots of blood is usually okay. However, if your baby's belly button keeps bleeding weeks after birth, bleeds heavily or shows signs of inflammation, then it may indicate another condition.