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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Minnesota, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

State Maternal and Child Health Department

In Minnesota, the Department of Health (MDH) is the primary state agency responsible for overseeing maternal, infant, and child healthcare in Minnesota. Within MDH, the Division of Child and Family Health (CFH) provides collaborative public health leadership to support and strengthen systems, ensuring healthy families and communities.
Under the CFH Division, the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Section offers statewide leadership and public health information essential for promoting, improving, or maintaining the health and well-being of women, children, and families throughout Minnesota. Learn more

Contact Information

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55164-0975
Phone: 651-201-3650
Toll-Free: 888-345-0823 (for callers outside the metro area)
Email: health.mch@state.mn.us

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CT), excluding weekends and state holidays

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