Minnesota Birth Center

04/03/2026

Calm, cozy, and cared for 💜

This sweet babe was relaxed and content through her hearing screen—one of several simple, routine checks that support a safe and healthy start.

03/21/2026

💙💛 Today is World Down Syndrome Day 💛💙

We join families in the Down syndrome community, recognizing their strength, joy, and the beauty of diversity.

Let’s continue to build a world that embraces inclusion, compassion, and support for every child—right from the very beginning.

03/18/2026

We are so grateful for our repeat clients! 💜

Wendy has trusted MBC through all four of her pregnancies. It means the world to us to be part of her journey time and time again. Today she came in for a postpartum visit and was absolutely glowing!

Congratulations to Wendy and her family on welcoming baby John—we are so happy for you all! ✨

03/05/2026

✨Thank you to all the International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) who maintain the gold standard of care for breastfeeding mothers and families.

At MBC we currently have 4 IBCLCs: Aszani, Shelby, Tara and Kim! Today, we celebrate you and your contributions to improving world health! 👏

02/28/2026

Five of our MBC midwives attended the local Optimal Outcomes: Perinatal, Reproductive & Sexual Health Conference yesterday! We’re committed to staying current, continuing our education, and bringing evidence-based best practices back to the families we serve. Investing in learning means investing in better care. ✨💛

Thank you to Minnesota Midwives of American College of Nurse Midwives for hosting such a valuable conference!

02/05/2026

Join us virtually for a two part breastfeeding course held by the Minnesota Birth Center! This course has been specifically designed for out-of-hospital birthing families, to give you all the breastfeeding information, support, and confidence you need to get your breastfeeding journey off to a good start when going home soon after your birth.
Part 1 March 5th (6:00-8:00pm)
Part 2 March 8th (6:00-8:00pm)
Sign up here: https://mbcbreastfeedingclass.eventbrite.com
Hope to see you there!

Taught by one of MBC's in-house lactation specialist, this two-day, online course covers all breastfeeding basics and more.

02/01/2026

We are thrilled to share that we've been nominated as one of Minnesota's Best Places to Have a Baby!

www.votemnbest.com/MinnesotaBirthCenter

If you appreciate the care you received at MBC, please by clicking the link and casting your vote today! You can vote daily until February 25th.

01/28/2026

01/21/2026

Minnesota Birth Center is hiring!

If you are interested in applying for our Clinic Nurse/Birth Assistant role, please email Cate Van Halsema your cover letter and resume at cvanhalsema@theminnesotabirthcenter.com

The Minnesota Birth Center team consists of midwives, nurses and administrative staff, all of whom believe in providing empowering midwifery care. It is our conviction that our employees are what have made this organization exceptional since our doors first opened over 12 years ago. Here you will find colleagues who are passionate advocates for their clients, communities, and one another. As providers of maternity care, we are committed to justice, equity, and beauty that is a reflection of our diverse community.

01/20/2026

There is still time to register for our breastfeeding class that is happening THIS WEEK!

It is two sessions, one on January 22nd at 6pm and the second on January 25th at 6pm.

Register HERE: minnesotabirthcenter.eventbrite.com

Photo credit to Gulya Tagirova

01/16/2026

🎉 New Year’s plot twist! 🎉

At a New Year’s Eve party, these parents jokingly told their family that her water had broken… Everyone laughed and the party went on.
Two hours later….surprise! It actually did! 💥

Sweet baby Myles made his grand entrance in the wee hours of January 2nd, clearly in on the joke the whole time! 💙

Welcome to the world, little one. You already know how to make an entrance! ✨

01/14/2026

The birth stool is an accessible, comfortable and productive tool used in birth. It is a U-shaped seat that is low to the ground. Its U-shape (similar to a toilet seat) creates an opening for the midwife to assist the birthing person with pushing, handing baby to the birthing person, and delivery of the placenta.

In this photo, you can see that the birthing person is using a birth sling, birth stool, and yoga block to create comfortable positioning for delivering the baby. There is also a light and mirror so you can watch baby make their way into the world!

Everyone has their own customization for what birthing looks like. Freedom to move, freedom to push.

Did you use a birth stool at your birth?