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When the umbilical cord becomes knotted, either during delivery or when the baby moves around in utero. Knots usually remain loose and pose no threat, but if the knot is pulled tight, blood flow to the baby can be compromised.
Industry:Parenting
When the umbilical cord gets squeezed during labor and/or delivery, reducing blood flow and oxygen to the baby.
Industry:Parenting
When the umbilical cord slips through the cervix or into the vagina ahead of the baby during delivery. If the prolapsed cord is compressed, it may cut off the baby's blood and oxygen supply.
Industry:Parenting
When the baby passes meconium before birth into the amniotic fluid.
Industry:Parenting
