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Inioluwa Ogunleye
1 month ago
Overview
Umbilical Cord can wrap around your baby’s neck due to the following reasons;Excess fetal movement
Very active babies can sometimes move in ways that loop the cord around their neck.
Long umbilical cord
A longer cord gives more opportunity for loops or knots to form.
Too much amniotic fluid (polyhydramnios)
Extra fluid gives the baby more room to move, which increases the chances of the cord looping.
Multiple loops or knots in the cord
Some cords naturally form loops or even true knots, which can sometimes wrap around the neck.
Twin or multiple pregnancies
More babies = more movement and interaction with each other's cords.
Baby is in a breech or transverse position
These positions can lead to more twisting and turning.
Loose abdominal wall or uterine tone
Especially in women who’ve had multiple pregnancies, the uterus may be more relaxed, allowing more fetal movement.
Important Note:
A nuchal cord usually forms naturally, without anything the mother did or didn’t do. It’s not preventable and often doesn’t cause any problems. May your baby not experience this..
