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Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Matching and Stem Cell Transplants

More than 130,000 people are diagnosed with blood cancer in the United States every year.

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Why Do Pregnant Women Crave Pickles and Ice Cream? There’s a Science to It

During pregnancy, women often experience abnormal food cravings. Turns out this isn't just a joke, but there is some real science behind it. Let's dive in!

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7 Things You’ll Need for Breastfeeding

Your baby is born, but now it's time to start breastfeeding. Let's discuss the items you will need to properly nourish your little one.

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Understanding Pain Management During Labor

There are tons of methods and processes you can undergo to make it very bearable.

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Understanding Pregnancy Brain

Pregnancy brain, also known as momnesia or pregnancy fog is a mental state experienced by many expecting moms.

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Exercises To Do During Pregnancy

Staying active during pregnancy can lead to a happy and healthier journey. We've broken down some key exercises to keep you feeling good during this time.

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Cord Blood Use in High-Risk Pregnancies

During a high risk pregnancy, which is often caused by a hereditary condition, banked cord blood can be vital to the health of both mother and child.

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Lyme Disease & Pregnancy

Keeping yourself safe from ticks and the diseases they carry is difficult enough, but add in pregnancy and it can become even scarier.

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Blood Clots & Pregnancy: Risk, Prevention & Cord Blood Banking

Pregnant women are about 5 times more likely to develop blood clots than non-pregnant women. The question is can you still bank cord blood?

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