Most popular birth months in the U.S.
This blog has been medically reviewed by William Thompson III, MD, gynecologic surgeon and obstetrician, at Allina Health. Maybe you’re a parent-to-be trying to plan […]
January 6, 2026
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Gracelyn the fighter: a 313-day journey through the NICU
A look from Gracelyn would capture your heart. Her parents, Brenda and Vang, can’t help but gush about their baby girl and all she has […]
January 2, 2026
The Mother Baby Center locations at United and Mercy hospitals earn top rating from U.S. News and World Report
The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina Health and Children’s Minnesota, is pleased to announce that its locations at United Hospital in St. Paul
December 9, 2025
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
15 signs your body is getting ready for labor
Discover 15 signs labor is near, from cramps to sudden energy bursts. Learn about labor symptoms to prepare for your baby’s arrival. […]
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August 21, 2025
The power of midwives: Laura’s story of compassion and care
This blog was written by Laura Kelly Fanucci, mom of five boys, three of whom were born at The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between […]
June 4, 2025
The Mother Baby Center offers integrative medicine to support your pregnancy, labor and postpartum experiences
This blog was medically reviewed by Zena Kocher, MaOM, LAc, clinical supervisor for the integrative medicine hospital programs at Allina Health and the Penny George® […]
May 29, 2025
What is advanced maternal age? A guide on pregnancy after 35
This blog has been medically reviewed by Catherine Bigelow, MD, maternal-fetal medicine specialist, co-director cardio obstetrics program at Allina Health. If you are thinking of […]
May 22, 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
Signs of mastitis: causes, prevention and care
Mastitis causes painful inflammation in the breast, but early care can ease symptoms. Find out the causes, signs, treatment, and when to see a doctor.
May 12, 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
Why more Black women die in pregnancy and what we need to do about it: my conversation with Dr. Indy Lane
Indy Lane, MD, is a force in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. As the leader of The Mother Baby Center, a partnership between Allina […]
April 22, 2025
Tiniest baby in the country – and a quintuplet – finally goes home thanks to life-saving care
Baby Bilal, who was born 17 weeks prematurely at just over 23 weeks gestation, is finally home after spending a year at Children’s Minnesota, right […]
April 7, 2025
What is pelvic floor therapy and understanding the benefits
This blog was medically reviewed by Brent Dumermuth, MD, obstetrician-gynecologist and regional medical director at Allina Health. Pregnancy can sometimes cause us to have constipation […]
April 1, 2025
Multiple pregnancy: signs and symptoms of twins and triplets
This blog was medically reviewed by Catherine Bigelow, MD, maternal-fetal medicine specialist and co-director of the cardio obstetrics program at Allina Health. Expecting twins, triplets, […]
March 26, 2025
Exceeding expectations: Ollie’s journey with a rare congenital heart defect
Anne and Josh’s journey with their second child, Ollie, was not what they expected. About halfway through the pregnancy, the couple learned their son had […]
March 20, 2025
Weaning: A guide for how to stop breastfeeding
This blog was medically reviewed by Emily Kvasnicka Friedrichsen, MD, associate lead physician at Allina Health. Weaning your child from breastfeeding can be a challenging […]
December 17, 2024
Frequently asked questions about Nest Collaborative
This information was provided to The Mother Baby Center by Nest Collaborative. What is Nest Collaborative? Nest Collaborative is the leading platform for virtual lactation […]
November 18, 2024
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
Children’s Minnesota kid experts work to send more babies home from the NICU breastfeeding
The benefits of human milk for newborn babies are very important, especially for those babies born prematurely or have stays in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). But some new parents need […]
September 30, 2024