The Alpha Blog

If you have been following this blog for a while, then you know that we spend a lot of time discussing the value and importance of placental and umbilical cord stem cells and the benefits that come from preserving them. However, today we are going to switch gears a bit and get into the technical […]

Whether you are expecting your first child or even your tenth, your entire world is about to change–in the most fantastic way! You can spend the entire pregnancy planning for the future and anxiously awaiting the arrival of your little one, but it’s important that you and your partner take some time for yourselves as […]

We are pleased to announce that AlphaCord is now storing more newborn stem cells than ever before. In addition to cord blood and cord tissue banking, AlphaCord has begun placenta tissue banking to preserve the powerful stem cells from the placenta. About The Placenta The placenta is an organ formed in the mother during pregnancy. […]

When it comes to a planned pregnancy, expecting a child for the first time can be a wonderful experience for parents. Pregnancy comes with many changes to the body one might not consider, and with no two pregnancies being alike, it can bring about a myriad of symptoms and questions. For most, having an established […]

Everyone knows that age is just a number, but there are certain instances in life where age inevitably plays a factor. One of those instances involves pregnancy. Although there is a considerable time frame when a woman can become pregnant, it may become more challenging as we get older. In today’s world, it is not […]

Why is choosing a baby shower theme so important to moms-to-be? Well, it sets the tone for the entire celebration and allows guests to be a part of the journey from the moment they receive the invitation. However, the theme you choose for a baby shower will also live in the photos and memories of […]