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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 […]

If you have a baby on the way, you might think that you have plenty of time to prepare for their arrival; after all, nine months does seem like a long time. However, just ask any parent and they will tell you that those nine months will fly by. The first trimester is spent celebrating […]

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it can really take a physical toll on your body. Morning sickness, swollen feet, back pain, and odd cravings are typically reported during the first trimester. Still, as you progress into the second and third trimesters, you will notice that even everyday tasks can become more challenging to complete. […]

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 […]

AlphaCord is proud to offer comprehensive stem cell banking services, including preserving powerful stem cells from the placenta. In addition to cord blood and cord tissue banking, AlphaCord now provides placenta tissue banking, further expanding the potential for future treatments. The Role of the Placenta in Pregnancy The placenta is a remarkable organ that forms […]