A muka Pito Tie is used to tie off the umbilical cord instead of using a plastic cord clamp.
Benefits of using a muka Pito Tie:
- it is a natural product (made from fibres of the whā harakeke - NZ flax leaf) which has no environmental impact, and is plentiful in NZ
- it has it's own antiseptic qualities in the sap of the harakeke
- it is not bulky and doesn't get in the way of changing or bathing pēpe
Harakeke is hauhake (harvested), muka hāro (fibre extracted) and miro (twined) by hand to make whenu (cord).
For bulk orders (of 11 or more) please email riwa@artbyriwa.co.nz to receive discounts.
Made in Aotearoa (NZ)
Muka Pito Tie (Umbilical cord tie)
BEFORE USE
The muka Pito Tie comes in a sealed envelope. Store in the freezer until needed. Freezing the muka Pito Tie keeps the sap damp and makes tying easier.
USE
Wrap the muka Pito Tie around the umbilical cord twice, then tie a reef knot. If it feels a bit loose in a day or two, repeat with the remaining muka.
AFTER CARE
Keep the pito stump clean and dry. Over a few days, it will dry up and eventually drop off.