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Company News
Stay up to date with the latest announcements, partnerships, and milestones from Smart Cells, including global developments across our network.
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Cord Blood Awareness Month: Why It Matters
Every year, Cord Blood Awareness Month in July brings vital attention to a powerful but often under-discussed medical resource: umbilical cord blood. At Smart Cells, we believe education is key to empowering families, which is why we’re proud to mark this month by launching a content campaign in partnership with Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK).Read more -
How Cord Blood Banking Fits into Regenerative Medicine
Stem cells, with their ability to become different cell types, play a crucial role in this exciting frontier, which is why we strongly believe in educating and informing prospective parents about what cord blood stem cells can do.Read more -
Women’s Fertility Health in Your 20s, 30s and 40s
Today we’re exploring women’s health during your fertile years, explaining some of the changes you might experience and what different opportunities and options you have during these times.Read more -
Cord Blood Collection: Phlebotomist Answers
We answer the most commonly asked questions about cord blood collection from a phlebotomist’s perspective.Read more -
Your Baby’s Movements During Pregnancy
We’ve rounded up the most frequently asked questions about baby movements and answered them to give you some reassurance and a helping hand on where to look for guidance if needed.Read more -
The Postpartum Truths Nobody Tells You (But Should!)
Let’s talk about the wonderfully bizarre, completely normal things your body and mind might do after birth, because knowing what’s coming makes it all a little easier to embrace!Read more
General
Explore a variety of news and updates covering key topics related to health, family, and the wider world of stem cell storage.
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World Cord Blood Day 2022
This year, World Cord Blood Day falls on Tuesday 15th November 2022. This is a day dedicated to raising awareness of the potentially life-saving stem cells found in umbilical cord blood.Read more -
Come and meet us at Olympia London, 21-23 October 2022
A little update from us here at Smart Cells. We’ll be joining The Baby Show, Olympia London, from 21-23 October 2022.Read more -
How Popular is Your Due Date?
When you first find out that you’re pregnant, there are so many exciting new experiences to look forward to and so much information to learn. Depending on the time of year, you might need to purchase newborn summer or winter outfits; you might like to prepare a Christmas gift for a baby born in early December; or you might even be wondering about what school year your little one will fall into.Read more -
Come and meet us at The ExCeL London, 4 – 6 March 2022
A little update from us here at Smart Cells. We’ll be joining The Baby Show, ExCeL London, from 4-6 March 2022.Read more -
Smart Cells at the Mum&Me App Event
We were absolutely delighted to spend a lovely day at the Mum&Me app event at Sopwell House recently where we were lucky enough to catch up with a few of our wonderful clients as well as meeting new parents-to-be.Read more -
A New Member of FamiCord Group
FamiCord Group investing in stem cell bank owned by Smart Cells Holdings Limited, UKRead more
Our customers
Read real stories and testimonials from families who have chosen Smart Cells, sharing their personal journeys and experiences.
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Zulay Pogba Speaks Out to New Parents
Find out more about Paul and Zulay Pogba’s experience with Smart Cells and why they chose to store with us.Read more -
Stem Cell Storage at Birth
Umbilical cord blood stem cell therapy, which uses stem cells collected from the blood of the umbilical cord immediately after birth, was first used in the 1980s and is now part of well-established treatment strategies for more than 80 different diseases.Read more -
How Stem Cell Therapy Changed Our Lives: Three Real Life Stories
In this article we hear from three sets of parents who have experienced the incredible benefits of stem cell therapy first hand.Read more -
“By Creating One Life, Why Not Save Another?” Little Lyla’s Story.
Read about little Lyla Rose who tested positive for a rare genetic disease treated using cord blood stem cells.Read more
Pregnancy & Parenting
Insights, tips, and support for expecting and new parents—from pregnancy wellness to early childhood milestones.
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Women’s Fertility Health in Your 20s, 30s and 40s
Today we’re exploring women’s health during your fertile years, explaining some of the changes you might experience and what different opportunities and options you have during these times.Read more -
Your Baby’s Movements During Pregnancy
We’ve rounded up the most frequently asked questions about baby movements and answered them to give you some reassurance and a helping hand on where to look for guidance if needed.Read more -
The Postpartum Truths Nobody Tells You (But Should!)
Let’s talk about the wonderfully bizarre, completely normal things your body and mind might do after birth, because knowing what’s coming makes it all a little easier to embrace!Read more -
The Cost of Having a Baby in the UK in 2025
Bringing a new life into the world is absolutely priceless, and not something that many want to put a value on as it means so much more to them than that. Everyone says that you don’t need much for a baby, however, our research shows that baby expenses in the first year do not come cheap unfortunately.Read more -
Labour and Birth Interventions
As you near the end of your pregnancy, everything is starting to feel very real and exciting! With just the labour and delivery to go through before you meet your little one, there are a few things you need to know about this time.Read more -
Tests and Screening During Pregnancy in the UK
“What to expect when you’re expecting” is a phrase that doesn’t just refer to the growing bump, influx of hormones and other symptoms, but to everything else that comes along with it, including the midwife appointments and tests and screenings.Read more
Stem Cells
Learn more about the science of stem cells, how they work, and their potential to support long-term health and treatment.
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Cord Blood Awareness Month: Why It Matters
Every year, Cord Blood Awareness Month in July brings vital attention to a powerful but often under-discussed medical resource: umbilical cord blood. At Smart Cells, we believe education is key to empowering families, which is why we’re proud to mark this month by launching a content campaign in partnership with Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK).Read more -
How Cord Blood Banking Fits into Regenerative Medicine
Stem cells, with their ability to become different cell types, play a crucial role in this exciting frontier, which is why we strongly believe in educating and informing prospective parents about what cord blood stem cells can do.Read more -
Cord Blood Collection: Phlebotomist Answers
We answer the most commonly asked questions about cord blood collection from a phlebotomist’s perspective.Read more -
Groundbreaking Study Reveals Long-Term Effects of Cell Therapy for Cerebral Palsy
We are thrilled to share an exciting development in the field of cell therapy for cerebral palsy (CP)! A recent study, reported in Parent’s Guide to Cord Blood Foundation’s 2025 newsletter, marks the first-ever comparative analysis of the long-term effects of different cell therapies in children with CP.Read more -
Why Do Parents Store Cord Blood Stem Cells?
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.Read more -
The Importance of Private Cord Blood Banking for Mixed-Race Families
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.Read more
Treatments & Research
Discover breakthroughs in medical research and the evolving role of stem cells in current and future therapies.
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How Cord Blood Banking Fits into Regenerative Medicine
Stem cells, with their ability to become different cell types, play a crucial role in this exciting frontier, which is why we strongly believe in educating and informing prospective parents about what cord blood stem cells can do.Read more -
Groundbreaking Study Reveals Long-Term Effects of Cell Therapy for Cerebral Palsy
We are thrilled to share an exciting development in the field of cell therapy for cerebral palsy (CP)! A recent study, reported in Parent’s Guide to Cord Blood Foundation’s 2025 newsletter, marks the first-ever comparative analysis of the long-term effects of different cell therapies in children with CP.Read more -
Therapeutic Potential of Mesenchymal Stem Cells
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World Cancer Day: Taking Action Today for a Healthier Tomorrow
Imagine a world where cancer is no longer a threat. Today, on World Cancer Day, we have the chance to move closer to making that dream a reality.Read more -
Beyond the Pink Ribbon: Smart Cells’ Ongoing Commitment to Research
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness month where people around the world are encouraged to don outfits in the shade of pink in unity and support.Read more -
How to Get Involved in World Leukaemia Day
World Leukaemia Day, which takes place every year on 4th September, is more than just a date on the calendar; it’s a global call to action.Read more