Umbilical Cord Art: The Most Unexpected Trend in Afterbirth Crafting

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Just when you think you’ve seen it all in the world of parenting, something new surfaces that makes you do a double take. Enter the latest afterbirth phenomenon: umbilical cord art. Yes, you read that right—umbilical cord art!

Remember when new moms briefly jumped on the placenta-eating bandwagon before it was deemed a bit overrated? And let’s not forget the infamous placenta teddy bears that people were making. Now, umbilical cord art raises the bar even higher, making those placenta pills look positively conventional. This trend merges the creativity of enthusiastic crafters with the emotional sentiments of new mothers, but unlike previous trends, there are no health benefits involved—just dried bits of your baby’s umbilical cord transformed into what some call art.

Imagine showcasing a dried umbilical cord in a gold frame in your nursery or a beautifully scripted “love” sign crafted from this organic material. (Trust me, once you see these Pinterest-inspired creations, you’ll never look at umbilical cords the same way again.) The possibilities are endless—a dreamcatcher? Absolutely! A wave? Sure! A heart? You betcha!

While umbilical cord art isn’t entirely new, this latest wave of DIY creativity is something else. Companies like Little Cord Art have been producing magnified prints of umbilical cords for some time, but this roll-up-your-sleeves approach takes it to a whole new level. Some enthusiasts have even called it “magical” and “amazing.”

I mean, I’m all for sentimentality, but after the whirlwind of bringing two little ones into the world, the last thing on my mind was saving the umbilical cord. I was more focused on recovering from the whole experience and managing my post-delivery chaos. Seriously, moms, what’s next? Are we going to start bedazzling our clothes with baby teeth? Making art from toenail clippings? Painting with meconium?

But hey, no judgment here—just a slight gag reflex. If umbilical cord art speaks to you, go for it! Just know you’re not alone in looking sideways at these trends.

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In summary, umbilical cord art is the latest quirky trend making waves in the parenting community. While it may not be for everyone, it certainly adds a unique touch to the world of afterbirth crafting.