This blog was medically reviewed by Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota. As a new parent, you may wonder...
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This guidance is believed to be the first Islamic ruling to clarify the issue in the United States after discussions between Muslim...
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Have you heard of or seen people babywearing? Babywearing is when you “wear” your baby on your chest or your back, held on and secured...
Read StoryThirteen surgeries in 13 months was just the beginning: Carter’s journey with hydrocephalus
In 2018, expecting parents Dan and Lisa Callow counted down until they could welcome their first and only child, Carter, into the world....
Read StoryLabor induction: what you need to know and what to expect
Sometimes a baby needs extra encouragement to make its grand entrance. If you have gone past your due date and you and your baby are ready,...
Read StorySeven sleep training methods and what you need to know
Many new parents are filled with joy; all new parents are exhausted. The exhaustion can get worse when a newborn that once slept through...
Read StoryThe 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...
Read StoryNine best breastfeeding positions for you and baby
Breastfeeding can be one of the most enjoyable experiences someone shares with their baby. It can feel natural and intuitive, or sometimes...
Read StorySiblings by heart: Delilah and William’s story
High school sweethearts, Rebecca and Joe, always dreamed of having a family. After marrying in 2017 and getting pregnant in 2019, the...
Read StoryHarriet’s heart: the Midwest Fetal Care Center helps baby defy rare tumor diagnosis
A rare heart diagnosis A cold Iowa day in January 2022 was supposed to be a time of celebration for Hannah Kendrick. But, instead of...
Read StoryHow to make a birth plan: what you need to know
What is a birth plan and how do you make one? Find out who and what to include when making your birth plan to prepare for the labor and...
Read StoryPreparing for childbirth: When to take birthing classes
Pregnancy books and blogs from trusted sources (like this one!) are great resources as you prepare for the arrival of your baby. After all,...
Read StoryThe Mother Baby Centers at Abbott Northwestern, United and Mercy hospitals earn top rating from U.S. News & World Report
MINNEAPOLIS, (Dec. 8, 2022) — The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina Health and Children’s Minnesota, is pleased to...
Read StoryWhat is water birth? Everything you need to know
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 StoryCan 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 aches...
Read StoryThird trimester checklist: preparing to welcome your baby
Hooray, you made it to the third trimester! Like most expectant mothers and partners, you’re likely feeling a wide range of emotions...
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 StoryPerinatal 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...
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 StoryBenefits of a midwife: Is a midwife right for you?
Each person’s birthing experience is unique, and you have many choices when it comes to creating that experience. One of the most...
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