BioBanking Services

Banking your baby’s stem cells and perinatal tissues is one of the most important choices you’ll ever make for your child, and we’re here to help! You’ll find all the insights and information you’ll need to make the best decision for your family.

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The Founding Fathers of Cord Blood Banking: Dr. Hal Broxmeyer, Dr. Robert A. Dracker and Martin Smithmyer

Let's learn about the history of cord blood banking and who we can thank for years of development. From the first founding father, to the founder of Americord.

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Cord Blood Banking & Living Abroad: Why Americord is the Best Choice

At Americord, we strive to make cord blood storage and banking as easy as possible with policies that address clients’ real life situations.

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Americord Cord Blood Collection Kit: Why Is It Better

The cord blood collection kit matters when choosing a cord blood bank. Americord has taken steps to make sure our kit excels at every step of the process.

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Cord Blood Banking: A Guide to the Basics and Benefits

Since you only have one chance to save your newborn's umbilical cord blood, it’s important to understand the potential benefits, process, and alternatives.

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All About Cord Blood Banking: Wednesday Wisdom

Read this interview between Kirsten Brunner, MA, LPC. and Martin Smithmyer, the founder and CEO of Americord, to learn more about cord blood banking.

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What's Your Cord Blood Banking Knowledge?

What is your cord blood knowledge? Quiz yourself with the questions below and find out!

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Cord Blood Banking Cost Comparison: CBR, Viacord, and Americord

See how Americord offers competitive pricing in comparison to competitors like CBR or Viacord, and learn more about the benefits we offer.

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Does Insurance Cover Cord Blood Banking?

We get it, cord blood banking is an investment. The question is cord blood banking covered by insurance? In this blog we break down what can be covered.

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Placental Tissue Stem Cells To Treat Mothers

You've heard about umbilical cord blood and tissue banking, but what about placenta tissue banking?

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