Neonatology

Choosing where to go for neonatal care is a major decision. You need all the information you can get; and you want it in a clear, straightforward form that helps you make the right choice for your family.

The neonatology program at Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota has the advanced treatment your little one needs, whether she was diagnosed with a condition while in the womb or she needs special care after birth. Our neonatal intensive care units are fully equipped to treat the littlest babies with the most critical needs.

At Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, our neonatology program provides clinical expertise and compassionate care for more than 1,900 newborns each year. That's more than any other program in the Upper Midwest. But don't just take our word for it.

Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota and Abbott Northwestern Hospital announced the ground breaking of the new Midwest Fetal Care Center at The Mother Baby Center located between Children's – Minneapolis and Abbott Northwestern Hospital.

The new Midwest Fetal Care Center, opening spring 2016, will provide expanded access to prenatal care when an abnormality or condition is identified before birth.

Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota has once again been honored by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Children's Hospital, with the neonatology specialty program ranking 42nd among the nation's top 50 programs for 2015-2016.

Skin-to-skin contact helps babies bond, feel less stressed and heal.

One mother shares her experience with Kangaroo Care, a technique where an infant is held skin to skin with mom or dad.

Allina Health and Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota announced the expansion of their birthing center partnership by hosting a construction kick-off at The Mother Baby Center at United and Children's – St. Paul on Tuesday, March 17.

Almost one year ago, April Young gave birth to George at The Mother Baby Center. He arrived healthy and on time. Hours later, what was a fairytale birth quickly faded. Read his story.