In February 2021, The Mother Baby Center at Mercy with Children’s Minnesota announced its expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit...
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We talked with Emily Ross, staff registered nurse (RN) in the Lactation Support Program at Children’s Minnesota, St. Paul, and Katie...
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Passion for music and healing people: a music therapist’s perfect combination Listening and playing music is something we do for any mood...
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 Moms will do anything to keep their kids and babies safe, and that’s especially true...
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 StoryMidwife, doula or obstetrician: What’s right for you?
Having a baby is a life-altering event in the best way possible. Each person’s birthing experience is unique, and you have a lot of...
Read StoryPerinatal loss: What you need to know and how we can help
The unexpected loss of a pregnancy or baby can be a devastating experience for families. At The Mother Baby Center, we know the importance...
Read StoryHow can I celebrate the holidays and stay safe from COVID-19?
Since the holidays are coming up people are starting to wonder – can we celebrate them normally? The answer is: Not quite. Get our tips...
Read StoryDon’t snore on crib safety! How to set up your baby’s crib safely.
Don't snore on crib safety for your baby! Here are 5 tips for choosing the right crib for your baby. Read...
Read StoryWhat’s the difference between a C-Section and a vaginal birth?
You can choose your delivery from giving birth through vaginal births, cesarean (C-section) births, midwife births, doula births or water...
Read StoryBeating the ‘baby blues’ during COVID-19
If you’re feeling down after the whirlwind of emotions that come with pregnancy and child birth, you’re not alone. Did you know?...
Read StoryHow are you feeling? Tips for your emotional health during pregnancy and COVID-19.
How are you feeling emotionally? If you feel worried, stressed or concerned, we understand. We want to offer you tips and recommendations...
Read StoryCOVID-19 and pregnancy: What expecting moms need to know
Last update: 12/14/2020 It’s hard to go a day without learning news about COVID-19. But what you may not have heard a lot about is how...
Read StoryIs it safe to get vaccinations while pregnant?
All expecting moms have heard advice like, “What you eat, the baby eats.” But does this advice apply to everything that goes into your...
Read StoryMental health during pregnancy
Whether you’re a first-time parent or an experienced one, pregnancy can bring on a lot of different feelings. At first, most parents are...
Read StoryShould I Eat This or That? Ten Healthy Foods to Eat During Pregnancy
What you put in your body while pregnant, is just one way to take care of your baby. It’s important to get the right nutrients from the...
Read StoryAlcohol and Pregnancy Don’t Mix
Proof Alliance has some easy-to-follow suggestions for ways you can avoid drinking alcohol during pregnancy and support programs to prevent...
Read StoryBrr, Baby, Brr! Winterize Your Newborn
Baby, it’s not just cold outside, it’s freezing! And baby is entirely at your mercy to shield him from the elements. So snuggle up with...
Read StoryMidwives: Masters of Maternity…and Beyond
When Melissa started planning her family, she knew she would have a midwife by her side. Being a postpartum nurse at The Mother Baby...
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