UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center

12/19/2025

Hello, Madilyn Sue. Welcome to the world! Congratulations to Kerry and Troy on the arrival of their baby girl!

December 2, 2025 | 7 lbs 13.2 oz | 19.5 in long

At UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center, we deliver joy! To learn more about maternity care visit uph.link/GrinnellMaternity.

*Birth announcement photos are for artistic purposes and do not necessarily reflect AAP infant safe sleep recommendation.

12/19/2025

If someone has the stomach flu, take steps to stop it from spreading through the house in this unexpected room. 🫧👕 https://uph.link/jaa

What are the symptoms of stomach flu (norovirus) and how can you get rid of it quickly? Learn everything you need to know from our medical expert.

12/18/2025

Rural hospitals like ours are working hard to maintain crucial services, including obstetrics and maternity care.

Check out the latest update to our OB expansion project --> https://www.unitypoint.org/news-and-articles/press-releases/4m-grinnell-regional-medical-center-obstetrics-renovation-and-expansion?fbclid=IwY2xjawOxhYtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSeVD1LvMnkl3RjVqOfO5jq2WdMs18au9Iw42PwKW6UhkhJSYIbKIdABVxEw_aem_INamlOu9QHEz1eRo7qIe3A

Construction has begun for the expansion and renovation of the UnityPoint Health – Grinnell Regional Medical Center obstetrics unit, a project in the planning and fundraising stages since 2023. This will be a multi-phase project lasting 18 to 24 months.

12/18/2025

Is a floater a warning sign? Find out. https://uph.link/zr8

Healthy stool typically sinks, but it’s normal for it to float every now and then, too. Floating p**p means a few things might be happening on the inside.

12/17/2025

Hello, Armani Kingsley. Welcome to the world! Congratulations to Jada and Steven on the arrival of their baby boy!

December 1, 2025 | 7 lbs 4.4 oz | 19.5 in long

At UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center, we deliver joy! To learn more about maternity care visit uph.link/GrinnellMaternity.

*Birth announcement photos are for artistic purposes and do not necessarily reflect AAP infant safe sleep recommendation.

12/16/2025

Antiviral meds can shave off sick time when you've got the flu. However, there's a small window for when they work best. https://uph.link/w9l

Influenza spreads every year, and despite your best efforts to wash your hands and guard against germs, there’s still no guarantee you won’t get it. Learn how to treat the flu, including what you can do at home and when you need to see a doctor.

12/16/2025

Join us for the final Life with Baby meeting of 2025! If you can't join us today (Dec. 16), we'll see you on January 6 for our first gathering of 2026!

Life with Baby is a free support group for caregivers of infants (birth to 12 months), offering a warm, come-and-go environment with both professional guidance and peer support. Life with Baby meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 5:00–6:30 p.m. in the Tomasek Conference Room.

Each session includes:
💜 Newborn care & postpartum recovery
💜 Breastfeeding & bottle-feeding support
💜 Immunization info
💜 Sleep habits guidance
💜 Baby weight checks available at every meeting!

No registration required, and you do not need to be a UnityPoint Health patient to attend.

Questions? Call our OB/GYN Clinic at (641) 236-2905.

12/15/2025

Hello, Dennis Roy. Welcome to the world! Congratulations to Deborah on the arrival of her baby boy!

December 1, 2025 | 10 lbs 4 oz | 22 in long

At UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center, we deliver joy! To learn more about maternity care visit uph.link/GrinnellMaternity.

*Birth announcement photos are for artistic purposes and do not necessarily reflect AAP infant safe sleep recommendation.

12/13/2025

It's making headlines again. Sound on for recognizing whooping cough. 🔉 https://uph.link/yyx

12/12/2025

Hello, Cache Paul Wayne. Welcome to the world! Congratulations to Serenity and Payden on the arrival of their baby boy!

November 21, 2025 | 7 lbs 2 oz | 21 in long

At UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center, we deliver joy! To learn more about maternity care visit uph.link/GrinnellMaternity.

*Birth announcement photos are for artistic purposes and do not necessarily reflect AAP infant safe sleep recommendatio

12/12/2025

Is your mid-day crash from stress or a glucose spike? 😴 If holiday treats are making your blood sugar a little too merry this season, know the signs of unchecked levels. https://uph.link/uk1

What does high blood sugar feel like and how can you flush sugar out of your system quickly? Learn the common causes of hyperglycemia, with and without diabetes, and when to talk to your doctor.

12/11/2025

At UnityPoint Health – Grinnell, we care about YOU. Our renovated lab area was designed with your comfort and privacy in mind, including refreshed patient draw rooms and updated equipment that allows our team to process nearly 14,000 lab orders each month with accuracy and efficiency.

We’re proud to continue offering the care you need, close to home. Visit uph.link/Grinnell to learn more about our services.