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Birth Doula
Birth photography & videography
Placental encapsulation
TENS units rental
Tub rental
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Induction
Natural birth
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
200+ births
$1,800 - $2,500
$2,500+
Small group
Certified doula
Hypnobabies-informed support
Perinatal Patient Advocate Certification
Spinning Babies techniques
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
CPR certification
Overnight care
Lactation support
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Belly binding
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
In- home
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
Weekend intensive
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Evidence Based Birth
GentleBirth
Spinning babies
Independent
Babywearing (wraps, carriers, rebozo)
Infant CPR & first aid
Infant massage
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
731 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60202
Doula Care and Classes for your birth year.
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Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Unmedicated hospital birth
Natural birth
50-200 births
$1,800 - $2,500
Solo
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
Childbirth education (all)
CONTENT
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Home birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
METHOD/APPROACH
Evidence Based Birth
AFFILIATION
Independent
Archways Birth Support provides birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum classes and childbirth doula services. You’ll get evidence-based information, pain-coping techniques, pregnancy nutrition, birth planning, labor comfort measures, decision-making strategies, postpartum comfort measures, postpartum planning, breastfeeding information, and much more!
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Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
$1,200 - $1,800
Solo
Certified doula
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
Weekend intensive
Medical decision-making
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Birthing from Within
Independent
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
Caring for your newborn
Postpartum preparation
Breastfeeding support
1937 W. Diversey Parkway, Chicago, Illinois 60614
Free therapeutic support groups for women struggling with maternal mental health issues and loss.
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Mental health therapist
Peer support
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Virtual
Multi-week series
Prenatal emotional wellbeing (anxiety & mood support)
Postpartum emotional wellbeing (anxiety & mood support)
Pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Stillbirth & infant loss
Group
Spanish
3015 Central Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201
Exceptional and experienced support for pregnancy, birth, postpartum and more.
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Birth Doula
Sibling doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
Pregnancy over 40
POC families
Plus size
Survivors of abuse
Single parents
Anxiety or depression during pregnancy
Pregnancy after infertility
Pregnancy after loss
Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
Twins / Multiples
0–50 births
50-200 births
200+ births
$1,200 - $1,800
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Flat or inverted nipples
Induced lactation
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Multiples breastfeeding
Pain with breastfeeding
Neck/back pain from breastfeeding
Pumping support & return to work
Doula (postpartum)
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Overnight care
Lactation support
Breastfeeding warm line
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Virtual
Multi-week series
Weekend intensive
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Independent
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
3701 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60613
Doula Mayra provides culturally sensitive and evidence-based support for families during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. Bilingual support in Chicago and surrounding suburbs includes in-person childbirth and newborn classes, virtual support, newborn care, and other holistic approaches that empower you to have a good transition. Sliding-scale is available. English/Spanish. - Clases, apoyo durante el parto, posparto y cuidado del recién nacido.
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Birth Doula
TENS units rental
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Pregnancy after loss
200+ births
<$1200
$1,200 - $1,800
Solo
Certified doula
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
Spinning Babies techniques
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Bereavement doula
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Virtual
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Birthing from Within
Spinning babies
Independent
Group
Latinx provider (self-identified)
Spanish
171 West Oak Street, Chicago, Illinois 60610
At Blissful Births and Babies Inc., we are passionate about nurturing, educating, and empowering families throughout every stage of the childbearing year and beyond. Founded on the belief that every family deserves compassionate support and evidence-based education, our services are designed to guide you from pregnancy through postpartum.
PREGNANCY CARE
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Birth planning & preparation
Childbirth fear release session
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Birth photography & videography
Placental encapsulation
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
0–50 births
50-200 births
200+ births
Small group
Certified doula
Hypnobabies-informed support
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Birth & medical trauma
Birth story processing
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
Birth center birth preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Eclectic pregnancy & childbirth classes
Hypnobirthing (The Mongan Method)
Independent
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
First-time parent classes
Parent support groups
New moms groups
Group
Polish
1898 Barrington Avenue, Bolingbrook, Illinois 60490
Warm, thoughtful support for individual adults and couples, & specialized care for those who have experienced pregnancy loss.
PREGNANCY CARE
Anxiety
Depression
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Pregnancy after loss
Relationship strain
Stress
Mental health therapist
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Depression
NICU related stress
Relationship strain
Stress
Mental health therapist
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Fertility challenges
Trying to conceive after loss
Birth & medical trauma
History of abuse
Newborn illness and disability
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Birth story processing
Mental health therapist
Body-based or somatic grief therapy
Grief counselor
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Baby & me fitness
Group
Multi-week series
New moms groups
Pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Parenting after loss
Stillbirth & infant loss
Termination for medical reasons
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
4147 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613
We are a full service premier doula and newborn care agency in Chicago. We provide families throughout the entire Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs with professional, compassionate and personalized support. Our team includes birth doulas, postpartum doulas and newborn care specialists, including newborn care day and overnight and 24/7 live-in care. We offer both personalized in-home and self-paced virtual birth and baby classes.
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Birth Doula
Sibling doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
Pregnancy over 40
POC families
Plus size
Teen parents
Survivors of abuse
Single parents
Anxiety or depression during pregnancy
Expected stillbirth
High-risk / medically complex pregnancy
Pregnancy after infertility
Pregnancy after loss
Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
Twins / Multiples
Surrogacy
0–50 births
50-200 births
200+ births
$1,800 - $2,500
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Colic / excessive crying
Gas pains and constipation
Healthy weight gain
Reflux
Doula (postpartum)
CPR certification
Live-in
Overnight care
Newborn care specialist / newborn nanny
Newborn nurse
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
In- home
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
One-time workshops
Self-paced / recorded
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Eclectic pregnancy & childbirth classes
Independent
Group
Black provider (self-identified)
Latinx provider (self-identified)
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
Spanish
444 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60611
Family Picnic provides much more than just doula services, childbirth and breastfeeding classes. We offer a sanctuary where expecting mothers and families in the greater Chicago area find support, education, and care for pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
POC families
0–50 births
50-200 births
200+ births
$1,800 - $2,500
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Flat or inverted nipples
Induced lactation
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Multiples breastfeeding
Pain with breastfeeding
Pumping support & return to work
Doula (postpartum)
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Lactation support
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Pelvic floor–focused exercise (prenatal)
Group
Office, clinic or studio
In- home
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
Drop-in / ongoing
Weekend intensive
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Independent
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
Caring for your newborn
First-time parent classes
Baby play groups
Breastfeeding support
Parent support groups
Dads & partners
New moms groups
Group
Spanish
5306 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Choose Joy Doula Services provides compassionate, personalized pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support to families across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Sibling doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
Pregnancy over 40
POC families
Teen parents
Single parents
High-risk / medically complex pregnancy
Twins / Multiples
Surrogacy
0–50 births
$1,200 - $1,800
Solo
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Stress
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Lactation support
Sleep consultants
Massage therapy
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Stillbirth & infant loss
Bereavement doula
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Childbirth education (all)
Independent
Babywearing (wraps, carriers, rebozo)
Caring for your newborn
Infant massage
Newborn sleep
Adjusting to life with a new baby
First-time parent classes
Group
Black provider (self-identified)
Chicago, IL 60602
Premier prenatal, birth & postpartum support, tailored to you. As Childbirth Educators, Birth & Postpartum Doulas, and Placenta Encapsulation Specialists, we strive to be your most trusted resource and support system regarding all things pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond. From custom prenatal preparation guidance to dedicated birth support, comprehensive postpartum care to maternity & baby wellness services and beyond, we'll take care of you.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
50-200 births
Small group
Certified doula
Hypnobabies-informed support
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
In- home
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Bradley method
Hypnobabies
Independent
0N371 Papworth Street, Wheaton, Illinois 60187
At Crescent Moon, our primary focus is on mothers in the perinatal stages of their lives. Crescent Moon Therapy is primarily a telehealth practice. Meet from the comfort of your own home.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Mental health therapist
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
PREGNANCY CARE
Anxiety
Depression
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Pregnancy after loss
Relationship strain
Mental health therapist
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Couples counseling
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Depression
NICU related stress
Relationship strain
Mental health therapist
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Couples counseling
Internal Famiy Systems (IFS)
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Fertility challenges
Trying to conceive after loss
Birth & medical trauma
History of abuse
Newborn illness and disability
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Mental health therapist
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT)
Internal Family Systems
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Drop-in / ongoing
Parent support groups
New moms groups
550 Frontage Road, Northfield, Illinois 60093
Perinatal-informed therapy and support for the full arc of motherhood—from preconception to postpartum and beyond. Whether you’re navigating motherhood, fertility challenges, trauma, or major life transitions, we provide compassionate, body-centered support to help you heal, reconnect, and move forward with clarity.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Difficulty conceiving / infertility
Recurrent miscarriage
Getting pregnant naturally
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
Somatic Experiencing–trained
PREGNANCY CARE
Anxiety
Depression
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Pregnancy after loss
Relationship strain
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
Somatic Experiencing–trained
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Depression
NICU related stress
Relationship strain
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
Somatic Experiencing - trained
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Fertility challenges
Trying to conceive after loss
Birth & medical trauma
History of abuse
Newborn illness and disability
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Mental health therapist
Body-based or somatic grief therapy
Couples counseling
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Yoga (postpartum)
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Virtual
Drop-in / ongoing
Parent support groups
New moms groups
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
53 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60604
200 E Evergreen Ave, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
200 E Evergreen Ave, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Our mission at Flourish Counseling & Wellness is to provide counseling, advocacy and resources focused on perinatal mental health from fertility to pregnancy, through postpartum and parenthood. We offer individual, family and group therapy, and medication management. We envision a world where families have the information and support they need to heal, connect and flourish.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
EMDR-trained
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
PREGNANCY CARE
Anxiety
Depression
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Pregnancy after loss
Relationship strain
Stress
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
EMDR-trained
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Depression
NICU related stress
Relationship strain
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
EMDR-trained
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Fertility
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Fertility challenges
Trying to conceive after loss
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Birth & medical trauma
History of abuse
Newborn illness and disability
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Mental health therapist
Couples counseling
EMDR-trained
Perinatal Mental Health Certification
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Trying to conceive (TTC) support groups
LGBTQ+ parents
Pregnancy support groups
Prenatal emotional wellbeing (anxiety & mood support)
Parent support groups
Postpartum emotional wellbeing (anxiety & mood support)
Medical & birth trauma
Pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Parenting after loss
Stillbirth & infant loss
Trying to conceive after loss
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
1901 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60614
We are a close-knit agency owned and run by experienced doulas who are deeply involved in client care. Our focus is on mother-centered, holistic birth and postpartum support that honors the physical, emotional and cultural needs of the family. You develop a close, trusting relationship with your doula, while also having the security of an experienced agency standing behind your care if unexpected needs arise.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
Pregnancy over 40
POC families
Plus size
Teen parents
Survivors of abuse
Single parents
Anxiety or depression during pregnancy
Expected stillbirth
High-risk / medically complex pregnancy
Pregnancy after infertility
Pregnancy after loss
Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
Twins / Multiples
Surrogacy
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Lactation support
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Office, clinic or studio
In- home
Private / one-on-one
Weekend intensive
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Independent
Caring for your newborn
First-time parent classes
40W100 Old Burlington Road, St. Charles, Illinois 60175
Chicago based full-spectrum Doula. Offering Virtual Support • Birth Support • Postpartum Support • Childbirth Education
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
50-200 births
$1,200 - $1,800
Solo
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Doula (postpartum)
Birth Story Processing
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Drop-in / ongoing
Parent support groups
New parents meet-ups
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Compassionate, non-judgmental support in pregnancy and the postpartum period. Birth doula support, childbirth education and birth story processing, in-person and virtual.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
50-200 births
$1,800 - $2,500
Solo
Certified doula
Spinning Babies techniques
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Birth & medical trauma
Birth story processing
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Multi-week series
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
VBAC preparation
Birthing from Within
Independent
550 West Dickens Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60614
Our Mothers’ Light Birth & Baby Village (OML) is committed to transforming the birth and fourth trimester (postpartum) experience for women, their families, and communities in Chicago and beyond. Our model of care is inspired by African ancestral traditions and enriched by extensive birth training and lived experience. We are honored to carry forward the wisdom of the mothers who came before us.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
VBAC
POC families
$1,200 - $1,800
$1,800 - $2,500
$2,500+
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Belly binding
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Private / one-on-one
One-time workshops
Babywearing (wraps, carriers, rebozo)
Group
Black provider (self-identified)
Latinx provider (self-identified)
Spanish
3831 South Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60653
Whole person care for pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. We offer lactation and feeding support, mental health, physical therapy, doula care, nutrition support, acupuncture and childbirth education to prep for your delivery. All services are coordinated by a dedicated care lead to make sure you are fully supported at every step of the way.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Difficulty conceiving / infertility
General menstrual health
Getting pregnant naturally
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Nutritional counseling
Acupuncture
Mental health therapist
PREGNANCY CARE
Constipation
Heartburn / acid reflux
Nausea or vomiting / "morning sickness"
Severe nausea & vomiting (Hyperemesis gravidarum)
Anxiety
Depression
Fear or anxiety about childbirth
Pregnancy after loss
Relationship strain
Stress
Anemia / low iron
Gestational diabetes
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Back, hip, or neck pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Pubic bone pain (pubic symphysis)
Round ligament pain
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Sciatica or nerve pain
Tail bone pain (coccydynia)
Prenatal breastfeeding consultation
Lactation support (prenatal)
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Nutritional counseling
Acupuncture
Physical therapy
Mental health therapist
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
0–50 births
50-200 births
<$1200
$1,200 - $1,800
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Flat or inverted nipples
Induced lactation
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Multiples breastfeeding
Pain with breastfeeding
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Depression
NICU related stress
Relationship strain
Stress
Gestational diabetes [follow up support]
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Back, hip or neck pain
Carpel tunnel syndrome
Lateral nerve entrapment (secondary)
Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Pubic bone pain (pubic sympysis)
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Sciatica or nerve pain
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Return to exercise
Doula (postpartum)
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Physical therapy
Mental health therapist
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Independent
1931 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60657
The pelvic floor plays a critical role in supporting your body and your baby during pregnancy. We help mothers during all stages of their pregnancy maintain a healthy pelvic floor as well as restore balance to their bodies postpartum.
PREGNANCY CARE
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Back, hip, or neck pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Pubic bone pain (pubic symphysis)
Round ligament pain
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Sciatica or nerve pain
Tail bone pain (coccydynia)
Incontinence
Pelvic pain or pressure
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic floor physical therapy
Physical therapy
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Back, hip or neck pain
Carpel tunnel syndrome
Lateral nerve entrapment (secondary)
Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Pubic bone pain (pubic sympysis)
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Sciatica or nerve pain
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Episiotomy recovery
Forceps / Instrumental birth recovery
Incontinence
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic pain or pressure
Perineal healing
Pelvic floor therapy
Physical therapy
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Yoga (prenatal)
Yoga (postpartum)
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Private / one-on-one
2500 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
Holistic care for pregnancy, fertility and women's health. Research informed, community inspired, the leading experts in holistic fertility and pregnancy. We’ve helped thousands of women and couples achieve their dreams of becoming parents.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Difficulty conceiving / infertility
PCOS-related
Endometriosis-related
Thyroid or hormonal concerns
Recurrent miscarriage
Painful or heavy periods
Irregular or unpredictable cycles
Getting pregnant naturally
Cycle tracking or ovulation awareness
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Acupuncture
Chinese & herbal medicine
Massage therapy
Mercier Therapy
PREGNANCY CARE
Heartburn / acid reflux
Nausea or vomiting / "morning sickness"
Severe nausea & vomiting (Hyperemesis gravidarum)
Anxiety
Gestational diabetes
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Healthy weight gain
Sleep problems / fatigue
Swelling (edema)
Breech or baby positioning concerns
Nutritional counseling
Acupuncture
Chinese or herbal medicine
Massage therapy
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Scar pain and management
Digestive discomfort or bloating
Anxiety
Gestational diabetes [follow up support]
Carpel tunnel syndrome
Pelvic pain / pelvic girdle pain (SPD)
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Pubic bone pain (pubic sympysis)
Sacroiliac (SI) pain
Sciatica or nerve pain
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Incontinence
Headaches
Sleep problems / fatigue
Swelling postpartum
Weight or metabolic concerns
Nutritional support
Acupuncture
Chinese or herbal medicine
Massage therapy
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Yoga for fertility
Group
Multi-week series
Drop-in / ongoing
Fertility awareness & cycle tracking
Nutrition for fertility
Preparing for pregnancy
Stress management for fertility
Trying to conceive (TTC) support groups
770 North La Salle Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60654
1770 First Street, Highland Park, Illinois 60035
1770 First Street, Highland Park, Illinois 60035
Certified Doula, Holistic Birthkeeper, Certified Peer Lactation Counselor, and HypnoBirthing® INTERNATIONAL [The Mongan Method] certified instructor, providing holistic prenatal, labor and postpartum support to new and expecting parents in Chicago and suburbs.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Unmedicated hospital birth
Natural birth
$1,800 - $2,500
$2,500+
Small group
Certified doula
Hypnobirthing-informed support
Spinning Babies techniques
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
Multi-week series
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Cesarean (c-section) preparation
Home birth preparation
Hospital birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Refresher childbirth class (for experienced parents)
VBAC preparation
Hypnobirthing (The Mongan Method)
Babywearing (wraps, carriers, rebozo)
Chicago, Illinois 60630
Sokana Collective provides support throughout all phases of fertility, pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and lactation. We provide culturally competent, compassionate care to individuals and families, ensuring they receive support tailored to their unique needs during their reproductive journeys.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
POC families
Teen parents
Single parents
0–50 births
50-200 births
<$1200
$1,200 - $1,800
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Flat or inverted nipples
Induced lactation
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Multiples breastfeeding
Pain with breastfeeding
Neck/back pain from breastfeeding
Pumping support & return to work
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Lactation support
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Photography & videography (baby & family)
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Private / one-on-one
Multi-week series
Childbirth education (all)
CONTENT
METHOD/APPROACH
AFFILIATION
Independent
Newborn care
Parenting/ relationship
Group
Black provider (self-identified)
2223 Washington St, Evanston, Illinois 60202
Star Legacy Foundation provides live, interactive, online support groups for families who have experienced a perinatal loss and for individuals experiencing a pregnancy after a loss.
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Early pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Stillbirth & infant loss
Parenting after loss
Peer support
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Virtual
Drop-in / ongoing
Pregnancy loss / miscarriage
Parenting after loss
Stillbirth & infant loss
1201 North Orleans Street, Chicago, Illinois 60610
Supported Serenity Doula Care provides positive, evidence based, holistic, and empowering support for all families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Sibling doula
TENS units rental
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Unmedicated hospital birth
Natural birth
VBAC
Surrogacy
$1,800 - $2,500
Small group
Certified doula
Spinning Babies techniques
Certified VBAC Doula (TVL)
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Lactation support
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Private / one-on-one
One-time workshops
Childbirth education (all)
Natural childbirth in the hospital
Birth center birth preparation
Home birth preparation
Medical decision-making
Natural childbirth / physiologic birth
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
Eclectic pregnancy & childbirth classes
Spinning babies
Independent
1760 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
We offer Perinatal and Therapeutic Yoga, Massage Therapy, Childbirth Education, Support Groups for Parents and specialized workshops. Sweet Pea’s Studio is the Primary Practice of Owner, Jenny Barron Fishman, but it is also the Space itself, which is home to many independent wellness practitioners. Jenny Barron Fishman specializes in Therapeutic, Prenatal and Postnatal Massage, Craniosacral Balancing for adults and infants, Infant Massage, and Cupping Massage.
PREGNANCY CARE
Anxiety
Depression
Headaches
Sleep problems / fatigue
Craniosacral therapy
Massage therapy
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Anxiety
Back, hip or neck pain
Piriformis-related hip or leg pain
Headaches
Sleep problems / fatigue
Body tightness or asymmetry
Neck preference (Torticollis)
Infant craniosacral therapy
Infant massage
Craniosacral
Massage therapy
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Yoga for fertility
Yoga (prenatal)
Yoga (postpartum)
Baby & me yoga
Group
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
Multi-week series
Drop-in / ongoing
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Independent
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
Breastfeeding support
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
3701 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60613
Caring and unbiased breastfeeding support for modern moms.
PREGNANCY CARE
Prenatal breastfeeding consultation
Lactation support (prenatal)
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Flat or inverted nipples
Induced lactation
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Multiples breastfeeding
Pain with breastfeeding
Pumping support & return to work
Healthy weight gain
Lactation support
Breastfeeding clinics
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Virtual
Multi-week series
Drop-in / ongoing
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
Breastfeeding support
140 Burlington Avenue, Clarendon Hills, Illinois 60514
La Grange, IL 60525
La Grange, IL 60525
Judgement-free support in hospital, birth center, and home births in Chicago. In-person and virtual services: pregnancy, labor doula support, placenta encapsulation, and birth classes. Special expertise supporting VBAC and LGBTQ+ families.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Placental encapsulation
Sibling doula
TENS units rental
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
VBAC
LGBTQ+ parents
50-200 births
$1,800 - $2,500
Solo
Certified doula
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
Multi-week series
Drop-in / ongoing
Childbirth education (all)
CONTENT
Pain coping & comfort measures for labor
Partner or support person preparation
METHOD/APPROACH
Birthing from Within
Eclectic pregnancy & childbirth classes
AFFILIATION
Independent
Newborn care
Babywearing (wraps, carriers, rebozo)
Parenting/ relationship
Trying to conceive (TTC) support groups
LGBTQ+ parents
Group
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
Chicago, il 60602