25 ideas for a gender-neutral nursery
Deciding how to decorate the nursery or the theme for your baby’s room can be one of the most exciting parts of preparing to welcome […]
December 11, 2023
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The 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 to announce the Mother Baby […]
December 5, 2023
First-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 scholars and Minnesota […]
November 20, 2023
Babywearing: 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 […]
November 15, 2023
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
What 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. We hope […]
November 1, 2023
Kangaroo care: Why is skin-to-skin important for newborns?
This blog has been medically reviewed by Emily Nicol, pediatric nurse practitioner and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant at Children’s Minnesota. Why is skin-to-skin important? Beyond […]
October 18, 2023
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
Thirteen 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. During their […]
October 6, 2023
Gentle 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 […]
August 30, 2023
Labor 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 […]
August 2, 2023
How long should you breastfeed? A new parent’s guide
Read this post in: Español This blog has been medically reviewed by Khrystyna Antonova, CNP, IBCLC, nurse practitioner and lactation consultant at Children’s Minnesota. Not sure […]
July 31, 2023
Ezra’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’ according […]
July 20, 2023
Seven sleep training methods and what you need to know
This blog has been medically reviewed by Yosef Wexler, MD, medical director of Children’s Minnesota’s sleep center. Many new parents are filled with joy; all […]
July 6, 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
Beating 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 experts working in collaboration […]
June 13, 2023
The 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, Owen lost […]
June 2, 2023
Why 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 become popular due to […]
May 12, 2023
C-section vs. vaginal birth: the difference and which is best for you
Read this post in: Español In most cases, vaginal births or natural births can be safer than cesarean births, more commonly known as C-sections, but […]
April 28, 2023
Nine best breastfeeding positions for you and baby
Read this post in: Español Breastfeeding can be one of the most enjoyable experiences someone shares with their baby. It can feel natural and intuitive, or […]
April 26, 2023