Through this partnership, Becoming Mom will add umbilical cord bloodstorage and donation to its long list of specialty services all whichpromote a healthy pregnancy for its clients. Becoming Mom will be takingan active role in educating their members about their cord blood optionswhile in the comfort of the Becoming Mom Spa environment. Through thisprogram, Becoming Mom Members will be able to donate their cord blood freeof cost. Or if they feel private storage is the better option, theirBecoming Mom Spa Membership will earn them a discount on CryobanksInternational's initial processing and storage fee.

"We are excited to be working with Becoming Mom helping educate theirmembers about their cord blood options. We know there is still a lot ofconfusion about what options families have for their babies' cord blood andwhat option is best for each. Helping Becoming Mom promote a well informeddecision to the parents is our main goal," said Legna Pena, MarketingCoordinator for Cryobanks International.

"I have long thought that offering education about cord blood storage toour clients was a service that fit perfectly within our mission. WithCryobanks International, I have finally found the right partner to do itwith," says Dawn Bierschwal, Founder of Becoming Mom.

The companies will be making necessary changes on their websites forMembers to access the services provided by each company. However they cancall 1-800-869-8608 or visit the Cryobanks website for more information atwww.cryo-intl.com.

About Cryobanks:

Cryobanks International, Inc. (CII), located in Altamonte Springs, FL, is aleader in the collection, processing, and banking of stem cells derivedfrom the umbilical cord. The stem cell rich units of cord blood (CB) areprocessed and stored using the company's proprietary processing methods andare stored for use in unrelated transplants. CII established the first andonly nationwide cord blood public donation bank. The company also providespersonal storage programs. In recent years, cord blood transplants (CBTs)have become widely recognized as a safe and effective alternative totraditional bone marrow transplants (BMT). CII has processed over 16,000cord blood units in its 13 years of operation. The company is one of justeighteen National Marrow Donor Program Network Cord Blood banks. Fully AABBaccredited, FDA registered and cGMP/cGTP compliant, CII operates its ownprocessing and storage facility. The company also provides consulting andmanagement services for those interested in developing their own cord bloodbanking operations. For more information call 1-800-869-8608 or visit thewebsite at www.cryo-intl.com.

About Becoming Mom Pregnancy Spa:

Becoming Mom Pregnancy Spa & Ultrasound Imaging Center, located atDeerfield Towne Center in Mason, OH caters to the unique needs of expectingwomen and new Moms. They offer a full range of specially designed spaservices, 4D ultrasounds performed by medical sonographers, and a widerange of maternity products. Gift Certificates are available. Otherlocations across the country are coming soon! Please visit us atwww.becomingmomspa.com

Contact:Legna A. PenaCryobanks International, Inc.Tel - 407-834-8333Fax - 407-834-3533Email Contact