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...
If you are expecting you are probably already being bombarded with information about the placenta or perhaps you are simply doing some research in your own time. Either way, this blog aims to break down at least some of the information you are looking for. Read on for...
The placenta represents a special moment in time and remains the very essence of that intimate and eternal bond between mother and baby. If you’re keen to pay tribute to this relationship or moment in time, you may be thinking about keeping your placenta, but what are...
According to new research, an injection of cells from the placenta can ease the pain and other symptoms of arthritis sufferers for up to one year. The new treatment, ReNu, developed by British-US-based firm Organogensis, is made from cells of the innermost layer of...
Last week we held a live webinar to celebrate the last day of Cord Blood Awareness Month. We thoroughly enjoyed chatting to you all to help raise awareness of umbilical cord blood. Did you miss the webinar? Don’t worry! You can watch the full video below. What was...
We have had many parents getting in touch with us about the impact that COVID-19 may have on banking their baby’s umbilical cord blood during the pandemic. Over the last week or so, we have collected your Frequently Asked Questions about cord blood banking and...