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Cord blood is the blood left in the umbilical cord and placenta immediately after your baby is born. It can be collected, stored and used to treat a wide variety of diseases and medical conditions.
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I was infused with my daughter’s umbilical cord blood and we just waited every day for the blood to multiply or for my bone marrow to rebuild. The transplant was a cure and I’m now in remission because my bone marrow was replaced with my daughter’s stem cells, which produced a whole new bone marrow. She saved my life!
It’s a good insurance policy. If something does happen to me, or his new brother or sister, than we have this option.
We took so long to get pregnant and have a baby and the last thing we wanted to do was put that child’s life in danger. If there’s anything you can do to protect that child, you’re going to do it.
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5 FAQs from Cells for Life families like yours
Over the years, we’ve heard many of the same thoughtful questions from Cells for Life parents. After the newborn stem cell preservation process is complete, families often wonder what happens next: how long the cells remain viable, who might be able to use them, and what to do if you need to use them. We’re addressing the most common questions parents have after preserving newborn stem cells, offering clear answers to help you feel confident, reassured, and informed about the years ahead.
Cells for Life and the history of newborn stem cells
Explore the evolution of newborn stem cells from the 1950s to today and see how cord blood research has transformed into treatment options
Cord blood helps shape the future for this family
Discover how Catherine and John found hope after an HIE diagnosis. Learn how sibling cord blood banking and the Newborn Possibilities Program™ enabled an experimental infusion for their son, Cooper, leading to life-changing milestones.
CooperSurgical laboratory has released over 800 cord blood samples to families
More than 800 cord blood units have been released by CooperSurgical’s lab, highlighting decades of family use in both transplant care and investigational regenerative therapies.
A family’s life‑changing decision: Pahal’s story
A powerful stem cell transplant helped transform Pahal’s life after beta thalassemia and ulcerative colitis. Discover how her sister’s preserved cord blood offered a path to heal
2025 cord blood releases: How newborn stem cells are making an impact
Discover how newborn stem cells are making an impact—from treating rare genetic conditions to advancing regenerative medicine and pediatric brain injury care.
Exploring the potential of cord blood in supporting preterm babies
New research explores how cord blood may help protect extremely premature babies from brain injuries and reduce the risk of cerebral palsy. Learn more about this promising study.
7 things you probably didn’t know about stem cells!
Discover 7 fascinating facts about stem cells—from their role in healing and disease treatment to breakthroughs in 3D printing. Learn how newborn stem cells are shaping the future of medicine.
Australia achieves a new milestone in cord blood therapy
Six-year-old Zara has become the first child in Australia with cerebral palsy to receive her own cord blood infusion outside of a clinical trial. Her story marks a hopeful turning point in the future of stem cell therapy.
The intersection of delayed cord clamping and newborn stem cell preservation
Discover how delayed cord clamping (DCC) impacts newborn stem cell preservation. Learn about the benefits, timing recommendations, and how to plan with your healthcare provider.
Parenthood comes with powerful choices. Cord Blood Awareness Month 2025
To celebrate Cord Blood Awareness Month 2025 and the healing potential of newborn stem cells, CooperSurgical families were asked why they chose to bank their baby’s cord blood. More than 600 parents* responded with deeply personal reasons, each rooted in a desire to...
New Pediatrics publication: Meta-analysis on cord blood infusions for children with cerebral palsy
New Pediatrics meta-analysis of 11 studies (341 participants) finds cord blood infusions safe and potentially effective for improving motor function in children with cerebral palsy. Results support the need for a phase 3 trial to pursue regulatory approval.
Superhero moms to the rescue
Discover how CooperSurgical® families are pioneering the use of cord blood stem cells. Celebrating 20 years of progress, explore the transformative potential of newborn stem cell therapies and the milestones achieved in regenerative medicine.
CooperSurgical® Families lead the way in utilizing cord blood stem cells
Discover how CooperSurgical® families are pioneering the use of cord blood stem cells. Celebrating 20 years of progress, explore the transformative potential of newborn stem cell therapies and the milestones achieved in regenerative medicine.
I just didn’t ever want to say, “I wish I had.”
Cleft lip and cleft palate (CLP) are the most common craniofacial birth defects in the world.¹ Yet, those born with CLP often feel isolated in their struggle to lead a normal life.Planning for a new baby is one of the most exciting times in a parent’s life. It can...
The impact of newborn stem cells: real family stories
Cleft lip and cleft palate (CLP) are the most common craniofacial birth defects in the world.¹ Yet, those born with CLP often feel isolated in their struggle to lead a normal life.As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect back on the inspiring...
Giving cleft lip and palate patients a new reason to smile
Cleft lip and cleft palate (CLP) are the most common craniofacial birth defects in the world.¹ Yet, those born with CLP often feel isolated in their struggle to lead a normal life.Cleft lip and cleft palate (CLP) are the most common craniofacial birth defects in the...
CooperSurgical® expands the Newborn Possibilities Program® to facilitate research for congenital heart defects
Over the past several decades, significant medical advancements have extended the lifespan and improved the quality of life for children with complex congenital heart defects (CHDs).1 Despite this progress, many cardiac patients who receive prosthetic devices such as...
“With the help of newborn stem cells stored, I redefine my limits every day.”
Hunter Moore’s favorite phrase to hear may just be, “You can’t do that.” To him, it’s just further fuel for defying the odds. Still in high school and already a champion bodybuilder with over 93,000 Instagram followers, this teen has overcome incredible obstacles to...
Smart cells. Powerful possibilities. Cord Blood Awareness Month 2024
Cord Blood Awareness Month 2024 (#CBAM2024) is especially meaningful for the team here at Cells for Life. This year marks the 50th anniversary of cord blood being identified as a source of stem cells.1 It’s a discovery that over the past five decades has led to the...
A sister’s life-saving gift
To an outsider, Tommy Bacon and his baby sister Aria may look like any pair of close siblings. But the two have a bond that runs far deeper than most. When Tommy was just two years old, he was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of leukemia, and the family was told...
Changing lives: How some families are using newborn stem cells
This year marks the 50th anniversary of cord blood being identified as a rich source of stem cells.1 It was this pivotal discovery that inspired us to begin our mission of helping families take advantage of the potential benefits of newborn stem cell preservation. In...
From transfusion-dependent to anemia-free
Carol Low describes her pregnancy with Dillon as “normal in every way.” Her checkups went as planned, she hit all her milestones, and doctors gave her no indication of any abnormalities with her unborn son. But the moment Dillon was born, Carol and Alex Low knew that...
5 Newborn Stem Cell Myths Dispelled
At Cells for Life we often come across misconceptions surrounding the preservation of newborn stem cells. To offer clarity, let's dispel some of the most common myths we encounter. Myth #1: Newborn stem cells are only good for a few years.FACT: Based on what is known...
Do stem cells hold the key to treating type 1 diabetes?
Diabetes is a global health concern that affects millions of people.1 One of the most serious forms of this disease is type 1 diabetes. In this type of diabetes, the body can't produce enough insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels. Once diagnosed, type 1...
Cord Blood Awareness Month celebrates the healing potential of newborn stem cells
Join us this July as we celebrate Cord Blood Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the remarkable healing potential of newborn stem cells. At Cells for Life, we are dedicating this entire month to educating parents about the importance of newborn stem cell...
Landmark FDA approval of expanded cord blood product is a major milestone
The FDA made history in April with its first-ever approval of an expanded cord blood product for use as a primary treatment in hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT) for certain blood cancers in adults and children 12 years of age and older.1 Why is cord...
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