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Expecting parents spend a lot of time wondering what their baby will look like. Each of their unique characteristics are determined by traits inherited from both mom and dad. Just don't be too surprised if your baby gazes up at you with eyes that are a

Having a baby bump is full of fun and exciting moments. You'll see your stomach grow as your baby gets bigger, and you'll experience moments like hearing their heartbeat and feeling them move for the first time. Yet, there are times when

Parents show their love by giving their baby plenty of affection. Studies show that physical contact (like skin-to-skin contact) with your baby from the moment they're born has its benefits, including the bond it creates between you and your little

The holidays are a magical time of year, especially for children. They can't wait to help set up lights and decorations, watch festive movies, do fun winter activities, and play with toys and games. Add to that the time off they have from school,

As we continue to adapt to life during a pandemic, the impact of COVID-19 looms on top of other concerns many expecting parents face. Because of all the changes that happen during pregnancy, pregnant women need to be aware they may be at higher risk of

Guest Blog We want to give you a unique view of the people behind the science here at ViaCord. We sat down with our Director of Laboratory Services, Dr. Jonathan Carmichael (though he says his official title is Sara's husband, and Dad to Lochland and

This flu season will be a lot different than what we are accustomed to predominantly because we've never had the winter flu season while being in the throes of a pandemic. Add to that the overlap of symptoms that COVID-19 and the seasonal flu share, and

Guest Blog Linh Dan Nguyen, MD is an OB-GYN located in Fountain Valley, California. She is passionate about helping women improve and maintain their health throughout all changes in life. Dr. Nguyen earned a bachelor's degree in psychobiology from

If you're interested in learning more about cord blood from doctors, scientists, and experts in the field, tomorrow is your day! It's World Cord Blood Day, which is a yearly event dedicated to educating people around the world on all things

Every year, Stem Cell Awareness Day brings recognition to all the wonderful ways stem cells are being used in today's treatments and the research paving the way to help discover more in the future. From all the families who have benefited from using

When Jackie's son, Ollie, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia her and her husband's world stopped. One year later they found out that baby boy # 2 would be joining the family! And now Jackie's family has joined the ViaCord

Seeing your baby crawl for the first time, whether it's a belly crawl, a butt scoot, or some other method, is a significant milestone worth celebrating. When your baby learns the fundamentals of crawling, they are gaining a sense of independence and

Pregnancy should be full of excitement and happy moments. The reality is, being pregnant can also be stressful. It may feel like you have so much to worry about up until you finally hold your little one that it makes the hair on your head stick straight up

If only babies were born knowing how to talk. It would make life so much easier! Until they learn to speak those first words, the only way they know how to communicate their needs is to cry. And when you hear your little one crying, all you want to do

As a child, September brings the feeling of a new year. Heading back to school to reconnect with friends (even if over Zoom this year) and anticipating all the fun-filled activities that come with the fall season! September is also Childhood Cancer