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If you feel like the energy you normally have to get you through the day has been zapped and that bedtime can't come soon enough, you're not the only one. Pregnancy fatigue is a real thing that many mom's-to-be often experience in

At a young age, we learn it's important to stay healthy so our bodies are strong enough to fight off illness. No one wants to get sick, and if you're pregnant, you now have the health of your little one to think about too. During pregnancy

Life with a baby is full of firsts. You'll experience their first word, first smile, first laugh, the first time they roll over, and more. You might not think twice about exercise being one of those firsts, but they start earlier than you think.

Pregnancy is an exciting time, but also a little nerve-racking because of all the unknowns that come along with having a baby. One of the primary concerns families have is the health of their newborn. Although no prenatal tests can

Each day your baby grows, they'll learn new things which will make for some exciting experiences. You'll look forward to the days when they reach those firsts; first words, smiling, crawling, standing, walking and more. But to reach

An update on the journey to use cord blood in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder   In the recent May 2020 edition of The Journal of Pediatrics, results from a Phase II Randomized Clinical Trial of the safety and efficacy of cord blood for

A Long History of Helping Those Who Need It Most At ViaCord, we've seen first-hand, the life-saving role a sibling's cord blood can play in transplants. That's why we've offered a sibling cord blood donor program for over 25

Finding time to sleep is a bit tricky when you're a new mom. There's so much going on between feedings, diaper changes and everyday life that the last thing you feel like you have time for is sleep. Babies are the cutest thing in the world, but

Awareness months, weeks, and days have become a part of our yearly calendars for all good reasons. Coming together to help spread awareness, knowledge and show support for important topics can be a powerful tool. July is home to many important

Finding out you're pregnant is a magical moment, and incredible things will happen right from the start of your first trimester. Your baby, which simply starts as a group of cells, will transform and grow into the amazing little human being you will

You've probably heard about cord tissue Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) in the news lately and may be wondering exactly what they are and why they're attracting so much attention. Let's look. First Things First: Stem Cells in the News is Not

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is creating uncertainty every day, but one thing is certain – people will rise to the occasion and preserve to help make a difference.  Read some examples close to the ViaCord family. OB-GYNs Share Their Stories Run

A well balanced diet is important during pregnancy. Good nutrition and a balanced diet go hand in hand in giving our bodies what they need to function, and now that you have a little one on the way, it's even more important to get the right

When you're expecting, you're preparing to handle what life will throw at you once your baby is born. One thing that might not be on your radar is getting a good night's sleep. No matter what trimester you are in, sleeping at night

While pregnancy is an exciting time, it also means backaches, swollen feet, and restless nights. The last thing you probably want to think about doing is putting on workout clothes and moving. Now that you're pregnant, staying active is necessary to