Signs of mastitis: causes, prevention and care
Mastitis causes painful inflammation in the breast, but early care can ease symptoms. Find out the causes, signs, treatment, and when to see a doctor.
May 12, 2025
Category: Maternal Health
Why more Black women die in pregnancy and what we need to do about it: my conversation with Dr. Indy Lane
Indy Lane, MD, is a force in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. As the leader of The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina […]
April 22, 2025
What is pelvic floor therapy and understanding the benefits
This blog was medically reviewed by Brent Dumermuth, MD, obstetrician-gynecologist and regional medical director at Allina Health. Pregnancy can sometimes cause us to have constipation […]
April 1, 2025
Understanding and navigating pregnancy emotions
This blog was medically reviewed by Kathrine Simon, DNP, ARPN, CNM, FACNM, Allina Health midwifery program manager. Pregnancy is a journey that can bring you […]
September 9, 2024
37 postpartum essentials for every new and expecting family
This blog was medically reviewed by Jeffrey Sachs, MD, obstetrician and family medicine physician. Whether this is your first or third child, postpartum can be […]
June 14, 2024
What families should know about the two new RSV treatments for babies and pregnant women
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illness in babies and young children every year from late fall to early spring. With […]
November 14, 2023
The fourth trimester: What is it and how long does it last?
You may have been surprised when your friend with a toddler started talking about their fourth trimester of pregnancy. The lesser-known term “fourth trimester” describes […]
June 19, 2023
What is an OBGYN, and when should you see one?
Find out everything you need to know about OB/GYNs: when to see one, what they do, what to expect during your visit, and questions to […]
January 9, 2023
Six popular types of food on pregnancy cravings lists
Maybe you can relate: you have always ordered mildly seasoned food and now seemingly out of nowhere you’re having spicy food cravings early in your […]
December 1, 2022
Can you go to the chiropractor while pregnant and after?
Can you go to the chiropractor while pregnant? This is a question many people wonder, and we get it! Pregnancy can cause so many new […]
October 9, 2022
Perinatal loss: What you need to know and how you can get help
Perinatal loss – such as stillbirth and miscarriage – is often sudden and unexpected. Even though parents may not yet have met their baby, their […]
September 12, 2022
Morning sickness: 10 foods that fight nausea during pregnancy
Read this post in: Español When morning sickness strikes during the early weeks of your pregnancy, you want fast relief from nausea and vomiting. Fortunately, there […]
August 25, 2022
Five inspiring birth stories from the NICU and Midwest Fetal Care Center
If you’re wondering, “What does childbirth look like?” It’s important to know right from the start that no two birthing stories are exactly alike. Nonetheless, […]
May 31, 2022
Second 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 returning. There are […]
May 18, 2022
Taking care of your mental health during pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring on a whirlwind of emotions. One day you might feel excited and blissfully happy, and the next you might feel anxious or […]
May 11, 2022
Awareness for disparities in Black maternal health
Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) is a national awareness and activism campaign sponsored by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA) to advance health equity and […]
April 8, 2022
The 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. ST. PAUL/COON RAPIDS (DEC. 7, 2021) – […]
December 7, 2021
One 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 placental abruption […]
August 11, 2021
The 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 (NICU) services at Mercy hospital. With […]
June 7, 2021
The 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 about
October 22, 2020