Clifford: A miracle baby defying the odds
First-time parents, Sadie and Codey Carlisle, were excited to not only have one, but two babies to fill their home with joy and laughter when […]
May 12, 2026
Category: Neonatology
Twins Sol and Luna born with the same congenital heart defect
When Jasmin and Angel found out they were expecting twins, they were surprised and a little nervous. Their son, Remy, was about a year old. […]
May 12, 2026
Neonatology team collaborates to address vitamin K deficiency in newborns
Vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB) is a rare but severe condition that can lead to life-threatening complications, including massive intracranial bleeding. Ann Downey, MD, MS, […]
March 11, 2026
Born at 23 weeks, Lilia beats the odds
In 2024, Angela juggled life as a busy mom of two children, Lyla and Luca. She worked as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and attended […]
November 26, 2025
Children’s Minnesota research aims to redefine neonatal outcomes in longitudinal study
Megan Paulsen, MD recently received an internal research grant from the Children’s Minnesota Research Institute to redefine outcomes for premature infants with the goal of […]
May 14, 2025
Dr. Megan Paulsen shares why and how she hopes to shape the future of neonatology
Megan Paulsen, MD, neonatal physician at Children’s Minnesota, chose her job in hopes of making a difference. Now, she’s making strides in neonatal research and […]
May 5, 2025
Life-saving care in one place: identical twins beat the odds
Looking at 5-year-old twins Axel and Barrett today, you’d never guess everything they went through, even before they were born. But when Erin and Andy, […]
November 7, 2024
Caring for your NICU baby: what to expect
This blog was medically reviewed by Dr. Katie Braski, neonatologist at Children’s Minnesota. As soon-to-be parents eagerly anticipate the arrival of their newborn baby, the […]
August 19, 2024
Born weighing less than 2 pounds, Eli grows up to hike the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail
For Eli Byrn and his parents, Kathy and Mary Pat, the long, winding and unpredictable conditions of the Appalachian Trail serve as both the backdrop […]
April 24, 2024
Lillian’s story: a complex medical journey with spina bifida and hydrocephalus
Lillian Puls’ complex medical journey would be considered a long road for a kid of any age – let alone someone who is not even […]
October 11, 2023
System Medical Director of Neonatology at Children’s Minnesota selected as a Notable Leader in Health Care
The Mother Baby Center congratulates Dr. Thomas George, system medical director of neonatology at Children’s Minnesota, for being one of 17 honorees selected as a 2022 […]
January 4, 2023
Born 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 new […]
June 10, 2022
Treatment 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 pain. That changed […]
April 22, 2022
Intensive Care Follow-up Clinic proves crucial for early childhood development and the Barich family can attest
One of the most common reasons a newborn ends up in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is because they are born prematurely, requiring around-the-clock […]
March 7, 2022
Born with spina bifida: Odin is cared for by the experts at the Midwest Fetal Care Center
All any mom hopes for is a safe pregnancy, a complication-free birth and a healthy and happy baby. For first-time mom Darby Muller, an unsettling […]
August 31, 2021
National Neonatal Nurses Week 2021
Tiny babies need big help and that’s where the neonatal experts at Children’s Minnesota come in. When you give birth at The Mother Baby Center, […]
August 17, 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
Caring 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 favorite moments treating newborns. He
April 7, 2021
Expanded 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 Minnesota is bringing […]
February 8, 2021
What you need to know if you have a NICU baby
Having a baby in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can be very scary for parents. The Mother Baby Center knows that you might feel […]
January 12, 2021