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For more information call the Birth Center at,
612-863-BABY (2229).
During this time of pregnancy and birth, you want to be cared for by professionals who provide you and your family with a sense of safety, support and compassion.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital is known throughout the Upper Midwest for its high quality, specialized services. The Birth Center offers comprehensive services and programs, comfortable surroundings and the latest technology – all in a responsive, family-centered environment. Our ongoing commitment is to make your birth experience as natural, safe and joyful as it can be.
Special services
Women who choose to give birth at The Birth Center can take comfort in knowing that we are prepared to handle any complication that may arise.
Our specialized services include Minnesota Perinatal Physicians which is an Abbott Northwestern program that collaborates with Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota-Minneapolis to offer:
Services
For more information call the Birth Center at,
612-863-BABY (2229).
Tours
The birth center tour is for parents and families who plan to give birth at an Allina hospital. The tour includes birth rooms and labor areas, postpartum rooms and nursery.
Sign up for a tour
Photo gallery
For more information call the Birth Center at,
612-863-BABY (2229).
Hours
- General visiting hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Visiting hours for Women’s (OB) and Children’s Departments are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Spouse (or parent, if the patient is a child) may visit at any time
Age
- Age 16 and older for non-immediate family
- No children under age 5
- Sibling/children of patients, age 5 or older may visit with adult supervision
Visitor limitations
- Maximum of three visitors per patient at a time
- Do not visit patients if you are sick or if you have sick household members
- Visitors to Women’s (OB) and Children’s Departments must sign in and be screened for influenza-like illness
- Compassionate exceptions may be considered based on a patient’s critical condition/prognosis. Talk to a nurse.
- Visitors are asked to follow hand-hygiene procedures by washing hands or using the antibacterial foam provided throughout the hospital.