The Birth of Emory Elle

By Roots Community Birth Center client, Takeia Washington My first two babies were born in a hospital, and I had an epidural both times. Especially with my second birth, I found the hospital birth to be a traumatic experience. During my third pregnancy, I knew I wanted something different. That’s when I found Roots. Although […]
The Importance of Doula Care

At Roots Community Birth Center, we want you to have a positive and supportive birth experience. That’s why we encourage our birthing parents to have a doula present for the birth of their child. You might be wondering, “What is a birth doula?” or “What does a doula do or not do?” In this blog, we’ll explore a birth doula’s role and answer your questions about doulas in Minneapolis. Let’s dive in!
Beyond Our Low C-Section Rate: How Roots is Providing Exceptional Care to Twin Cities Families

As we settle into a new year, we always like to reflect on the previous year, though not necessarily to make resolutions. Rather, we prefer to examine the areas where we grew and how we can continue serving our community, while also exploring aspects of our birth center and growing family practice that need refining.
The Birth of Sage

By Roots Community Birth Center client, Gaal Levine I chose to work with Roots really early in my pregnancy, not just because of what they could offer me, but because of what they do for their community. I was excited to be a part of that once I found them. I was looking for an […]
Family Wellness at Roots: 6 Primary Care Services We Provide for Adults and Children

When you come to Roots for your primary care, you’ll see that our practitioners are kind and gentle.
The Importance of Childbirth Education: 6 Reasons You Should Take Prenatal Classes

Taking prenatal classes builds your knowledge and your confidence in your body’s ability to do the work of labor and birth.
Baby Care Decisions: Making the Best Choices for Your Newborn

As with all of your care at Roots, we are happy to discuss the benefits and risks of baby care decisions, and we leave it to you to make an informed choice.
The Birth of Finnley

For anyone who is considering prenatal care and birth with Roots, do it! It’s amazing the amount of support I had. I have the highest regard for the Roots team.
Lactation Education: 8 Ways to Encourage Breastfeeding from Birth

Breastfeeding is a natural, biological process, but it also takes time and patience to learn. When you give birth at Roots Community Birth Center, our midwives want to help you achieve your lactation goals. We love to educate you about the benefits of feeding your baby human milk. These include providing excellent nutrition for your […]
The Birth of Aera

Before contractions started, I wondered, “How is labor going to be?” It can be different every time, and I knew I’d need to stay strong and focused. I surprised myself with how I was able to breathe and handle labor.