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Where to get care for your kids for flu, RSV and COVID-19 for your kids

Get information about where to get care for your child if they are experiencing respiratory illnesses like influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Milk and kids – recommendations from a pediatrician

Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota, is here to help families decide what’s best for their kids when it comes to milk.

From the archives: Children’s Minnesota in the 1970s

In honor of our 100th anniversary, we're sharing compelling stories from the Children’s Minnesota archives. Here, we continue with the 1970s.

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Celebrating a century of care: help paint a Children’s Minnesota mural

You’re invited! Make your mark on Children’s Minnesota history by joining our centennial sidewalk mural event on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024! We’re excited for our community to bring their creativity...

Day of the Dozers

September 21, 2024 9a – 4p

ERX Motor Park

Get ready to play in the dirt! Day of the Dozers™ is a fun family event in Minnesota. The event provides an opportunity to educate families about the construction industry,...

Patient stories

A decade later: former NICU family reunites with the nurses who cared for them

When Kimmy went into labor at just 23 weeks and 2 days, their future felt scary and uncertain. Through Johnathon's 150-day stay in the NICU, Kimmy and her family would...

From the archives: Children’s Minnesota in the 1980s

In honor of our 100th anniversary, we're sharing compelling stories from the Children’s Minnesota archives. Here, we continue with the 1980s....

Valerie’s journey: A story of courage and hope

Valerie is a 6-year-old child who has faced more challenges in her young life than many of us can imagine. Diagnosed with a cancerous tumor at 4 years old, Valerie's...

News

Children’s Minnesota collaborations among U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals in two specialties

MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL (Oct. 9, 2024) — Children’s Minnesota is pleased to announce that its care collaborations have once again been recognized as top performing in the U.S. News & World...

Monica Schiller named VP Operations, Clinical Service Lines and Ambulatory Services at Children’s Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL (Oct. 3, 2024) — Children’s Minnesota is pleased to announce that Monica Schiller has earned the new title of vice president of operations, clinical service lines and ambulatory...

Children’s Minnesota recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization

The Minnesota National Guard and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan officially proclaimed Children’s Minnesota as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) organization for its efforts to support the military community at...

Giving and Philanthropy

Cheer for Team Superstars at the Medtronic Twin Cities races!

Meet the Team Superstars that will be representing Children’s Minnesota this weekend at the Medtronic Twin Cities Races!...

Valerie’s journey: A story of courage and hope

Valerie is a 6-year-old child who has faced more challenges in her young life than many of us can imagine. Diagnosed with a cancerous tumor at 4 years old, Valerie's...

Children’s Minnesota launches Shine Bright for Kids fundraiser to support children fighting cancer and blood disorders

Donations this September – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month – allow the cancer and blood disorders program at Children’s Minnesota to deliver highly specialized and compassionate...

Education

Tips for handling sports injuries and kids

Sports and physical activity help children and teens build strength, learn new skills and learn about the value of teamwork. However, even with all the precautions coaches and parents take,...

Lead exposure and how to avoid it: Everything you need to know

While lead is a naturally occurring metal, it is not one that anyone wants their kids exposed to. Exposure to lead can have negative health effects on kids, and even...

What does a well-balanced meal plan look like?

There is a lot of nutrition information and advice on how to feed your kids out there. But the most important takeaway is that families should be eating a wide...