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If you’re expecting a new arrival, you might have come across the concept of storing your little one’s umbilical cord blood stem cells at birth. This concept might seem a little strange if you’ve never heard about it before, so we thought we’d answer a few of the questions you might have about the whats and whys of storing your baby’s stem cells.

Mixed-race children and ethnic minorities have a lower chance of finding a matching donor from a public cord blood bank. We're exploring how private cord blood banking can provide a potential solution for families who need one.

Here are a few tips on how to prepare your little one for a new sibling!

Our Scientific Director, Dr Ann Smith was pleased to attend the 2024 Advanced Therapies Congress at the London ExCeL recently.  With over 2000 attendees, and 250 global expert speakers, this event underscores the increasing importance of cellular therapies as a significant component of 21st century medicine. The congress explored the current state of stem cell therapies and focussed on cutting-edge research and new clinical applications. Dr Smith has highlighted the key topics that tapped into recent advances in cord blood stem cell research and treatments.

Have you ever wondered how long you’ve actually spent breastfeeding your baby? Our breastfeeding calculator can help to give you an idea of how many hours you’ve spent with your little one at the breast, along with some fun suggestions of how that compares to other activities.

Wondering how to choose the best cord blood bank for your family? This guide explores key factors like reputation, experience, collection process, and accessibility, to help you find the perfect fit for your family's needs.