CBR Client Newsletter Spring 2010

1-888-857-3453 | Spring 2010

Confused by the News?

Seemingly every day, the topic of stem cells is in the news headlines. So, how do your child's cord blood stem cells fit into the mix? If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to The Stem Cell Source, CBR's blog that provides regular commentary on the latest stem cell news and how it relates to newborn stem cells.

Importantly, our most recent blog post highlights newly published data from a study initiated by the World Health Organization which shows that of the more than 50,000 transplants conducted during the study period, the majority (57%) of transplant patients received stem cells from an autologous source. The study authors also note that a matched sibling (within the family) might represent the most efficient way of therapy for a patient with a genetic disorder such as aplastic anemia, thalassemia or severe combined immunodeficiency.

Also, you can always check cordblood.com or contact CBR for any questions on the latest news.

How Does It Work? Cord Blood Stem Cells and Brain Injury

Until very recently, medical experts believed the brain had little capacity to recover from trauma or injury.

That's why some of the latest, ground-breaking research on cord blood stem cells and brain injury is so important. Researchers are exploring stem cell-based therapies that may have the ability to reverse brain damage by regenerating and repairing brain tissue.

It's important to know that:

Research in animals shows that cord blood stem cells migrate to the damaged area of the brain, contribute to healing of tissue and help significantly improve motor and neurological function.
Researchers at the University of Texas are evaluating the therapeutic benefits of infusing children with their own stem cells following traumatic brain injury.
A new clinical trial at the Medical College of Georgia is evaluating the use of a child's own stem cells as a medical intervention for cerebral palsy.

Click here to see a video of how cord blood stem cells repair damaged brain tissue.

Click here for more in-depth information on cord blood stem cells and brain injury.

Help Reduce the Cost of Cord Blood Banking

Did you know that the Federal Government is considering legislation that would allow cord blood banking to be paid for with pre-tax dollars from a Flexible Spending Account?

You, the clients of CBR, along with your family and friends, represent millions of voices that need to be heard in Washington.

If you haven't already, e-mail or call your Member of Congress to let them know to support the Family Cord Blood Banking Act (HR 1718). CBR is part of the Coalition of Regenerative Stem Cell Medicine which supports passage of this bill. You can help by taking action here.

'Tis the Season for Baby Showers!

Did you know that more babies are born in the month of August than any other month? That means grandmothers, aunts, sisters and friends across the country will be planning baby showers this spring and summer!

Next week, CBR's Gift Registry will be available to expectant parents who have not yet enrolled with CBR, as well as family and friends who may want to start a registry in the name of a mom-to-be! Expanding access to the Gift Registry will help make banking more affordable for expectant parents by allowing friends and family to contribute to preserving a newborn's umbilical cord blood - a true gift for life.

Here are just a few tips on the CBR Gift Registry:

If you are throwing a shower, check with the mom-to-be to see if she's opened a Gift Registry for cord blood banking
If she has, be sure to let shower guests know that contributing to the family's cord blood banking is another gift option they can consider
If she doesn't have a gift registry set up, but would like to, offer to set up the registry on her behalf and share the news with her family and friends

Click here to learn more about CBR's Gift Registry!

Happy Mother's Day!
It's been said that the greatest myth of becoming a mom is that labor ends when the child is born.

For all you do every step of the way, we at CBR wish you a very Happy Mother's Day!

Join the community of parents already connected with us on Facebook and share your favorite mommy moment from this past year!

What's Hot: A New Book for Moms-to-Be

The Hot Mom to Be Handbook

Think you already know what to expect when you're expecting? Think again.

Even if you're already a mom, you'll enjoy reading the newest book for pregnant women, The Hot Mom to Be Handbook.

Written by Jessica Denay, co-founder of the popular blog "The Hot Mom's Club," the new book is built on the premise that knowledge is empowering and motivating. It's a no-nonsense, "tell-it-like it is" approach that covers everything from beauty and relationship advice to up-to-date information on important topics like how to design an eco-friendly nursery to the value of a baby's cord blood stem cells.

Pick up a copy of the new, The Hot Mom to Be Handbook, at Amazon.com. Also, if you're ready to feel like a celebrity mom, Playgroups USA, Hot Moms Club & Trista Sutter are hosting the Ultimate Mom to Be Sweepstakes. Click here to sign up.

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