Optimal Cord Clamping

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Other Resources
1: http://blog.todayinot.com/delayed-umbilical-cord-clamping/
2: http://www.acog.org/Resources-And-Publications/Committee-Opinions/Committee-on-Obstetric-Practice/Timing-of-Umbilical-Cord-Clamping-After-Birth

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Optimal cord clamping, more commonly known as delayed cord clamping is a trend picking up in popularity. The immediate, short term, and long term benefits are being researched and better understood. Take a short time out of your day to watch Dr. Greene discuss the numerous widespread benefits delaying the clamping and cutting of the cord at least 90 seconds can have on newborn babies.