A recent story published by The New York Times has highlighted the life-changing potential placenta holds for the treatment of severe burns and wounds. The story follows Marcella Townsend, who was left unrecognisable by second and third degree burns she suffered after...
Last month researchers at The Parent’s Guide to Cord Blood Foundation compiled a report about how perinatal stem cells were being employed in clinical trials from 2019 through to the end of 2023. [1] Perinatal stem cells are those which are collected in and around the...
One of the questions we get asked most by expectant parents is whether or not cord blood banking is ‘worth it’. You may have heard about it online, or through a friend, but don’t necessarily know what it entails, or what the benefits are. In this blog, we’ll break...
The formation of the placenta represents a pivotal moment in pregnancy. Often thought of as the life support system for the growing foetus, the placenta represents the beginning of the nurturing bond between mother and child. An intricate organ, the placenta...
Placenta banking is the process of collecting the powerful cells from the placenta after birth and storing them for your baby should they need to use them in future. Although the placenta is usually thrown away as medical waste after the birth, there are a huge array...
Pregnancy is a time of joy and anticipation. However, it can also bring uncertainty, particularly regarding nutrition. As a mum-to-be, you want to ensure your baby’s health. You want to provide them with the essential nutrients they need for a healthy start in...
