Celebrating Black History Month at Children’s Minnesota
The month of February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate the tremendous milestones and contributions black Americans have made throughout United States history.
What is a congenital heart defect?

You may have heard of children being born with holes in their hearts or kids born with “half a heart,” but did you know? These are all different types of congenital heart defects.
How to keep your child safe from the dangers of button batteries

Kids play with toys every day. But some toys, especially battery-operated toys, can be unsafe. Button batteries are small, coin-shaped batteries found in many toys that can be dangerous if a child swallows one. Find out how to keep your child safe from the dangers of button batteries here.
How can I keep my child safe from stairway falls?

Most of kids’ time is spent at home, so it’s not surprising that most injuries occur in the home. One common way that kids get hurt is on the stairs.
Children’s Minnesota announces Dave Lundal as Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Information Technology Services

As CIO, Lundal is responsible for the strategic direction and technical support of all information systems supporting Children’s Minnesota. He has more than 25 years of experience in health care information technology and leadership.
Food to Hog program expands to Children’s Minnesota Business Campus

The Food to Hog program at Children’s Minnesota has now expanded to the Children’s Minnesota Business Campus.
Children’s Minnesota neonatal nurse practitioner receives lifetime achievement award

Congratulations to Martha Dugan, APRN, CNP, neonatal nurse practitioner, who received big honors for her work with the tiniest patients.
Why Black History Month Matters

Black History Month is more than a celebration of the richness of African American history. It is a chance to correct the historical record.
The Midwest Fetal Care Center: A combination of experts from Children’s Minnesota and Allina Health produce exceptional outcomes

The Midwest Fetal Care Center (MWFCC) team is attending the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine’s (SMFM) 40th annual pregnancy meeting in Grapevine, Texas, from Feb. 3-8, 2020. This annual meeting is a place for leaders and colleagues in maternal-fetal medicine get together and learn about cutting-edge obstetrics updates through workshops, forums and presentations.