Umbilical Cord Art: One More Thing New Moms Don’t Need

Umbilical cords are no longer merely a lifeline between a mother and child. They are more than a potential source of stem cells with the power to provide life saving medical miracles. Now, with some clever marketing, they could become the art medium de jour. New parents now have the option to explore the artistic potential of the umbilical cord. And I’m not talking about that nub hanging off your baby’s belly. Here are four very good reasons to resist the indulgence.

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