Before you got pregnant, you may not have given umbilical cords much thought. But did you know it's full of cells that could save someone's life? Not to brag, but cord blood is a pretty big deal, and ...

When I found out I was pregnant with my first baby, I was overwhelmed with joy, yes, but also consumed with questions about all things pregnancy, giving birth, and raising a baby. For instance, I ...

Pregnancy can be a time of great joy and excitement, but it can also be a period of infinitely increased anxiety. Everywhere you look, you're inundated by information about how best to set your new ...

Families pay thousands of dollars to store their children’s stem cells with the hope of a healthier future. But the cells are rarely useful, and sometimes contaminated. Anna Lazos with her son and ...

Choosing a private cord blood bank is an important decision for new parents and healthcare professionals. With the rise of regenerative medicine, cord blood banking offers a proactive way to preserve ...