Did you know it can stop pulsing in just a couple of minutes?

I've never quite understood DCC myself. Just as arteries are going through the cord into the baby, veins are traveling in the opposite direction. The baby has been getting mums nutrients for 40 odd weeks so why does the last 3 minutes make a difference? I am sure there is some scientific explanation I just could never find it.

We didn't have delayed clamping bc the cord was three times around Dd2's neck and Dd1 was a bit of a drama with forceps and things were pretty hectic.

I too spoke to OB about it and he was fine with it. He also said it's common practice at the hospital I go too so it wasn't a big deal at all if that's what I wanted.

We'll see how it goes this time but tbh i'd rather cut it immediately and donate it if possible. Although that wasn't possible last time maybe it will be this time.