The Advantages of Prolonged Umbilical Cord Clamping

Umbilical cord clamping is a birthing practice that is implemented globally but lacks a clear and precise explanation of the significant outcomes for newborn infants and postpartum mothers from this controversial intervention. In view of the fact that physicians are not aware of the research availability of this practice, the direction of action in most countries is based on the physician’s preference. Following an in-depth analysis of many accredited research studies, delayed umbilical cord clamping for both pre-term and full-term infants has been continuously demonstrated to improve hematological status, increase ferritin concentration and iron storage, and a major reduction in the risk for anemia