The umbilical cord is a structure that connects the developing fetus to the placenta inside the mother’s uterus.
It’s like a flexible “cable” containing blood vessels that transport nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the baby, while removing waste products.
The umbilical cord has a gelatinous rope-like appearance and is cut after birth.
It’s a vital connection that ensures the supply of necessary substances for the growth and development of the fetus until it can obtain nutrients on its own outside the uterus.
