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Navigating the Process of Cord Blood Banking: A Comprehensive Guide

February 11, 2025 by Lavania Oluban

A baby wearing a nurse hat lies on a blanket, holding a stuffed teddy bear with a red bow tie.

This is a collaborative post with Cells4Life. Cord blood banking is an important decision for many expectant parents, offering a way to secure a potential lifeline for their child’s long-term health. Collected from the umbilical cord immediately after birth, cord blood is a rich source of hematopoietic stem cells—unique cells that have the ability to develop … Read more

Common Mistakes People Make When Starting a Weight Loss & Fitness Journey

February 8, 2025 by Lavania Oluban

A woman in a gym locker room wearing athletic attire stands smiling with her hands on her hips. Lockers and a jacket are visible in the background.

Starting a weight loss and fitness journey can be both exciting and daunting. It’s easy to focus on grand goals or latch onto quick fixes, only to find yourself feeling disheartened if life gets in the way. Over time, I’ve realised that real, lasting change happens when we set realistic expectations, pay attention to the … Read more

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