Overview
Cord blood banking is a complex and often confusing topic. Advertisements for cord blood banking are everywhere when you are pregnant. Is it really biological insurance that can protect your family or an unnecessary expense? Take a step away from the marketing claims and explore the evidence on cord blood banking so you can make an informed decision for your baby. Learn how cord blood stem cells are used, what conditions they can treat, and the differences between public and private cord blood banks. Hear about the research on the pros and cons of banking your baby’s cord blood, especially how it fits with delayed cord clamping. After extensive research and outreach to multiple cord blood banks, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned so you can confidently decide whether cord blood banking is the right choice for you and your baby.

