Water births and cord blood banking

Water births and cord blood banking

As your due date approaches, you’re probably wondering if a water birth is the right option for you. For many, it’s a great way to ease the burden of a painful labour – but it’s not without risks. Here’s everything you need to know to make your choice. What is a water...
Are Stem Cells Ace for Tennis Players?

Are Stem Cells Ace for Tennis Players?

With Wimbledon underway once again this summer, we’ve taken a look at the ways stem cells are revolutionising one of Britain’s best-loved sports: tennis. The origins of the sport date back thousands of years and in the 1500s, both Henry VII and Henry VIII were fans....
How many parents bank their baby’s cord blood?

How many parents bank their baby’s cord blood?

More parents are choosing private cord blood banking than ever before, according to new statistics published by the BBC. The numbers, which come from the Human Tissue Authority (HTA), show that there was an incredible 60% increase in cord blood collection and storage...

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