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Prenatal Testing: Facts, Types, Pros & Cons
What is prenatal testing and how can it help my family? Understanding your options and what insights come from this type of testing is critical.
10 Things to Pack In Your Hospital Bag For Baby Delivery
Though it might sound crazy, packing your bag at least a month in advance is a great way to make sure you have everything you need for the big day.
Bone Marrow vs. Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplant
Both bone marrow and cord blood stem cell transplants are designed to replace unhealthy cells with healthy ones. Read about both of them in detail here.
Who's On Your Pregnancy Team?
Meet all the members of a birth team- midwives, doulas, Lamaze, pediatricians, and specialized health providers like cord blood banks.
Nutrition During Pregnancy with Allergies
Here are a few strategies to ensure that nutrient needs are met if you are pregnant and have Celiac Disease, a Milk Allergy, or an allergy to Fish and Seafood.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS): Causes, Early Signs & Prevention
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death in children less than a year old. Let's discuss causes, early signs, and prevention.
Influenza and Pregnancy: What New Moms Need to Know About Flu Shots
How can the flu alter a pregnancy or put you at risk? This illness can cause many issues, which is why flu shots are available and encouraged during pregnancy.
10 Things You Need to Know About Blood Cancer
Every three minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with blood cancer. It is one of the most common areas of cancer, affecting the production and function of your blood cells.
Umbilical Cord Blood Explored As a Treatment For Autism
Duke researchers are investigating the ability of umbilical cord blood to treat a number of diseases, including autism.