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Read StoryThe Mother Baby Center locations at United and Mercy hospitals earn top ratings from U.S. News and World Report
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL (Dec. 5, 2023) — The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina Health and Children’s Minnesota, is pleased...
Read StoryFirst-of-its–kind Islamic fatwa issued encouraging the use of pasteurized donor breast milk for Muslim babies in the hospital
This guidance is believed to be the first Islamic ruling to clarify the issue in the United States after discussions between Muslim...
Read StoryBabywearing: benefits, safety tips and types
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 StoryWhat 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...
Read StoryWhat to expect during the postpartum recovery period
The birth of a baby brings excitement and new challenges, especially as you may be recovering physically and settling into a new routine....
Read StorySkin-to-skin connection: the benefits of kangaroo care
Are you looking for a way to nurture the bond that you have with your baby and support their physical and emotional well-being? Kangaroo...
Read StoryLillian’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 2 years...
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 StoryGentle parenting: what it is and how it works
One thing all parents know and can agree on is that parenting is hard. Ultimately, every family wants their child to be happy and healthy...
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 StoryHow long should you breastfeed? A new parent’s guide
Not sure how long to breastfeed a newborn? The thing about breastfeeding is that it can look different for every family. A newborn...
Read StoryEzra’s story: Children’s Minnesota’s free breast pump loaner program supports premature baby’s ability to thrive
The name Ezra has deep meaning for his mom, Nancy Guar, who chose her son’s name because it means ‘help’ in Hebrew, or ‘helper’...
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 StoryBeating the odds and navigating the unknowns: baby Aria’s story
Jesse and Sarah Stensby both agree they never would have predicted their unborn daughter would need an intricate orchestration of medical...
Read StoryThe 16 minutes that changed everything for Owen
Owen is a smiling, giggling 3-month-old who has already been through more than most of us have in our lifetimes. Immediately after birth,...
Read StoryWhy gender-inclusive parenting is becoming more popular
Over the years, more and more parents are opting to raise kids in more gender-inclusive ways. The gender-inclusive parenting style has...
Read StoryC-section vs. vaginal birth: the difference and which is best for you
In most cases, vaginal births or natural births can be safer than cesarean births, more commonly known as C-sections, but that doesn’t...
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...
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