On October 8, 2021, Cordlife Parents, Chito and Neri Miranda, welcomed the new addition to their little family. Neri gave birth to their second son, Manuel Alfonso Miranda, whom they nicknamed “Cash.” ...

By Dr. John Yam Pei Yuan Obstetrician and Gynaecologist MBBS (S'pore), MRCOG (UK), MMed (O&G), FAMS (S'pore), FICS (USA) Before embarking on pregnancy, you and your partner have to be mentally & physically prepared. There will be an additional member to your family & you to be ready for this. Things to do Pregnancy can be demanding - placing a strain on your body. It is important that you prepare in advance so that you will have a satisfying...

From the day people come to know about your pregnancy you will be bombarded with well meaning – but confusing and always conflicting advice from friends, family, the annoying neighbors and that complete stranger when you are in departmental store. "Hmmm, your tummy has not gotten that large, so…", "Your face is glowing, you will definitely have a…" — the list of myths is endless. We will make your life a bit easier as we go on to break down the wall of superstition and facts so that you...

By Cherie Daly, MDDirector, SLD Consulting Advisor - Parents Guide Cord Blood Foundation Scientific Board ITERA (International Tissue Engineering Research Association) When having a baby, parents are faced with many decisions from material decisions (what pram to buy, what cot to purchase, what colour to paint the room) to more serious medical decisions. One of these medical decisions is what to do with the blood from the umbilical cord of their newborn baby. Today...