Midwives: 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 Center, she […]
October 3, 2019
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The Pitter-Patter of 30,000 Feet
How do you fly with a newborn infant? In a word, PLAN. Here are some things to think about before you stroll across the jet […]
September 18, 2019
Boss Baby
We’re just gonna give it to you straight. Your new baby is the most inconsiderate boss you will ever have. (But you will never love […]
August 12, 2019
Bagging Rights (How to diaper-bag-smarter this summer)
You can probably guess the essentials for any diaper bag: Diapers Wipes Rash cream Burp cloth Nursing shawl Bottle Extra clothes Swaddle blanket Pacifier Hand […]
July 15, 2019
We’re Next-Level Neonatal Care for You
As a mother-to-be, you’re thinking about a lot of things. While neonatal care might not be top-of-mind, it’s an important consideration when selecting where to […]
April 18, 2019
What’s in a Name?
We’ll tell you. Because we checked in with The Mother Baby Centers at the end of 2018, just so we could bring you the top […]
February 21, 2019
Our Tiny Warrior Princess – Gaby and Lana’s Story
Gaby’s Mother Baby Center journey started with a 4:00 am trip to the hospital. At her 20-week ultrasound, it was discovered that Gaby was high […]
October 23, 2018
Postpartum Depression: It’s Ok to Talk About It
Postpartum depression (PPD) is an important topic that we at The Mother Baby Center take very seriously. We want mothers to know that there is […]
August 13, 2018
To Doula, or not to Doula?
In the early stages of your pregnancy, you may want to decide if a doula is best for you. But what exactly is a doula? […]
June 28, 2018
Breastfeeding and Your Baby: Getting Started
Doctors agree that breastfeeding is best for babies. But many mothers can find nursing challenging. That’s why Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina Health […]
June 12, 2018
Complementary and integrative therapies at The Mother Baby Center
Part of our mission at The Mother Baby Center is to help you get through the pain of childbirth in a way that makes sense […]
April 12, 2018
Do I need a birth plan to deliver at The Mother Baby Center?
Here’s the great news about delivering at The Mother Baby Center—as a collaboration of Allina Health and Children’s Minnesota, we’re here to safely accommodate your […]
February 15, 2018
When Baby Comes Early: Kate & Solomon’s Story
Kate never expected to deliver her baby at 30 weeks pregnant. She and her husband Brett had just completed birthing classes and a tour of […]
November 14, 2017
Minnesota Sudden Infant Death Center offers support, resources for families
October is national awareness month for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).The death of an infant is devastating for families and communities, and when an infant passes away suddenly […]
October 24, 2016
Postpartum depression: more than the baby blues
Presented by Allina Health About 8 in 10 new mothers feel down after giving birth. The “baby blues” occur during the first few days […]
October 24, 2016
Kids and germs: What you need to clean
Children love discovering new things. It’s their awesome imaginations that has them building sandcastles, splashing in mud puddles and sharing an ice cream cone with […]
October 11, 2016
How reading helps children be BRAVE
Some of my favorite memories as a mom to young children involves our time snuggled together reading a favorite book. While it can be hard […]
October 11, 2016
Eye contact helps babies learn to talk
As you adjust to life with a newborn, eventually a new normal sets in. You post pictures on social media. You commiserate with other new […]
October 5, 2016
Foundation for Life: The Infant Toddler Brain
Building the foundation for a lifetime Birth to age three offers an amazing opportunity to influence the entire trajectory of a child’s life. Research indicates […]
October 5, 2016
Midwest Fetal Care Center to sponsor The Great Candy Run
The Midwest Fetal Care Center is excited to sponsor The Great Candy Run, a one-of-a-kind 5K run/walk on Sept. 17 at Staring Lake in Eden […]
July 19, 2016