Does it feel like you’ve been making decisions about your pregnancy, labor, delivery, and your baby’s future almost daily for the past...
Read StoryThe Natural Birth Experience at The Mother Baby Center
The Mother Baby Center at United Hospital and Children’s Minnesota in St. Paul is excited to announce the launch of an innovative new...
Read StoryWhat is the difference between a doctor and a midwife?
Each person’s birthing experience is unique. You have a lot of choices when it comes to creating that experience, like what kind of...
Read StoryTypes of birth: pros and cons of five common delivery methods
The birth of a baby is one of life’s most exciting experiences. There are several types of birth to choose from, which is lovely –...
Read StoryAdvice & pregnancy tips for first-time moms
First and foremost, congratulations on your pregnancy! We know being pregnant can bring on an array of emotions, from happy and inspiring...
Read StoryBorn with fragile lungs and a strong heart: victorious Kairo’s story
When Jasmine and Mike found out they were pregnant, they were so excited. They couldn’t wait for all the things this pregnancy and this...
Read StorySecond trimester checklist: nurturing your pregnancy
Congratulations on making it to the next stage of your pregnancy. Hopefully, you’re starting to feel less nauseous, and your energy is...
Read StoryA special maternal assisted C-section birth at The Mother Baby Center
The Andreyevskiy home in Lakeville is bustling place with four children – three sons, ages 10, 7 and 4 and a 10-month-old daughter. Mom...
Read StoryTreatment before birth: baby Xander’s successful journey from SVT and heart failure to home
Michaela and Nic were excited to welcome their first baby, Xander. The pregnancy was going smoothly. Michaela never had morning sickness or...
Read StoryAwareness for disparities in Black maternal health
Awareness for disparities in Black maternal health Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) is a national awareness and activism campaign...
Read StoryNICU Follow-up Clinic proves crucial for early childhood development and the Barich family can attest
NICU Follow-up Clinic proves crucial for early childhood development and the Barich family can attest One of the most common reasons a...
Read StoryWhat to pack for your labor and delivery at The Mother Baby Center
What to pack for your labor and delivery at The Mother Baby Center The Mother Baby Center provides almost everything you need for your stay...
Read StoryThe Mother Baby Centers at United and Mercy recognized among best hospitals for maternity in the U.S.
The U.S. News & World Report’s inaugural list recognizes hospitals for their overall quality of care for uncomplicated pregnancies....
Read StoryOne family’s experience at The Mother Baby Center at Mercy hospital
At only 33 weeks pregnant, Danielle was rushed to The Mother Baby Center at Mercy with Children’s Minnesota. She was then diagnosed with...
Read StoryThe Mother Baby Center at Mercy with Children’s Minnesota expands services again to help high-risk mothers deliver closer to home.
In February 2021, The Mother Baby Center at Mercy with Children’s Minnesota announced its expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit...
Read StoryCaring for the tiniest babies: the village at Children’s Minnesota that gets NICU babies home
Dr. Thomas George, system medical director for neonatology at Children's Minnesota, talks about his journey as a neonatologist and his...
Read StoryWhat expecting moms should know about the COVID-19 vaccine
Authored by: Ross Heaton, MD, OB/GYN, Allina Health. Updated on 6/29/21. Moms will do anything to keep their kids and babies safe, and...
Read StoryExpanded NICU services help high-risk mothers deliver closer to home
When you have a high-risk pregnancy, traveling far from home to have your baby can be a stressful experience. That’s why Children’s...
Read StoryThe Mother Baby Center expands midwifery services with St. Paul United Hospital partnership
The Mother Baby Center is very excited to announce the growth of our midwifery program to our St. Paul United Hospital location! Learn more...
Read StoryDelivering joy during COVID-19
First time mom Lauren didn’t know what to expect as she prepared to give birth in the midst of COVID-19. But, in the end, Lauren was so...
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