In some babies, a swelling occurs over the umbilicus after about 1 month of age. The swelling increases when baby cries and reduces in size when baby sleeps. This is umbilical hernia. It is more common in preterm babies. No treatment is required for this. It will subside once the baby is 8 to 9 months of age. Sometimes it may take longer but eventually it will disappear and there is no need to worry about this. In olden days, a bandage was tied around the abdomen after keeping a coin over the umbilicus. There is no need for such treatment. It does not help. Very rarely a small similar swelling occurs at inguinal (groin) region. This is inguinal hernia. This requires treatment in the form of a minor operation. You must contact your doctor as soon as possible if you notice the swelling in the groin area.
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