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A c-section elective or emergency won't prevent you from collecting cord blood or tissue samples as long as the collection bag is FDA-approved for use in sterile environments.
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Some insurance providers offer coverage for cord blood banking depending on the terms of your individual or group policy. Learn more here.
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The location of your placenta may change the experience of your pregnancy, and studies reveal it's an important factor in pregnancy, delivery, and infant outcomes.
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For stem cell transplants, scientists agree umbilical cord blood offers a number of benefits over bone marrow. Discover this promising frontier for healing and renewal.
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Prenatal genetic screening and diagnostic testing isn't required, but it is a remarkable tool to help parents stay in the driver's seat as they manage their pregnancy.
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Savior siblings are conceived to save an existing child via stem cell transplant. Discover how it works and the ethical, legal, and cost implications.
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Taking these steps about 30 days before your due date can help prepare you for breastfeeding success.
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Cord blood can be used for siblings, parents, and grandparents when there is sufficient HLA compatibility. Here's what you need to know.
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A complete guide to ultrasounds during pregnancy including how many you should have, what they check for, and how to prepare.
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The journey of the umbilical cord after birth has fluctuated dramatically over time. Learn about the ways to maximize its benefits here.
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