The Alpha Blog

As new or expectant parents, we tend to do a lot of research on the internet. One thing that seems to pop up quite a bit is cord blood banking. Although it is a relatively new option available to parents, it has continued to grow in popularity, but the question remains: why are parents choosing […]

You just found out that you’re pregnant, and can’t wait to share the news! The rush of the initial excitement continues as you make your “we’re expecting” announcements online and in person for family and friends. The excitement and anticipation are far from over, but with nine months ahead of you, you might be asking […]

If you are considering storing your newborn’s stem cells, there is a lot to know and understand about the collection process. Depending on what stem cells you are looking to store, you may want to consider your options when it comes to choosing the right cord blood collection kit. At AlphaCord, we currently use the […]

So many special moments and big days throughout our lives require a celebration. Birthdays, weddings, promotions, and baby showers (just to name a few) are all wonderful occasions that call for the perfect beauty style! However, there are unspoken rules about acceptable styles for these types of celebrations (i.e., don’t wear white to a wedding), […]

When you hear the term “geriatric pregnancy,” it’s hard to believe that this was once the term used to describe a pregnancy over the age of 35. By all accounts, 35 is hardly considered geriatric and has actually become a pretty common age for women to become pregnant. So why is 35 the age where […]

If you are an expectant mother, then chances are, you have likely started to do some research on how to have a healthy pregnancy or the do’s and don’ts of your first trimester–especially if you are a first-time parent. Once your due date approaches, you will find that the internet can be an excellent resource […]