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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
4the Journey offers trained doula support to you and your family prenatally, during birth and during your postpartum journey. Our goal and desire is to provide a safe haven and community that will empower, equip and support you.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Difficulty conceiving / infertility
Adoption doula
Doula (fertility)
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Pregnancy over 40
Teen parents
50-200 births
Solo
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
Overnight care
Lactation support
Group
In-home visits
Black provider (self-identified)
64 South 5th Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
Doula Care and Classes for your birth year.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
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
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
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 in-person and virtual birth and baby classes.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
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
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Doula (postpartum)
CPR certification
Live-in
Overnight care
Newborn care specialist / newborn nanny
Newborn nurse
CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & SUPPORT GR
Group
Office, clinic or studio
In- home
Private / one-on-one
Virtual
One-time workshops
Multi-week series
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)
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.
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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
We offer low-cost, sliding-scale doula services to those who qualify, ensuring that birth support is accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. Our trained doulas support families through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, emphasizing holistic, client-centered care.
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Birth Doula
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Virtual support
Birth center birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
Induction
Natural birth
Planned cesarean (C-section)
VBAC
Plus size
Teen parents
Single parents
High-risk / medically complex pregnancy
0–50 births
50-200 births
<$1200
Agency
Certified doula
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Latch or positioning challenges
Mastitis / clogged ducts
Milk supply concerns
Adjusting to parenthood
Doula (postpartum)
CPR certification
Lactation consultant (IBCLC)
Overnight care
Trauma-informed training
Lactation support
Group
Black provider (self-identified)
Latinx provider (self-identified)
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
Spanish
55 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60604
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
Get personalized guidance and support during your pregnancy, birth, and early days of parenting. Our team at Family First Birth Services is passionate about making birth and parenting a positive, transformational life experience. We offer birth doula services, birth coaching, childbirth classes for our doula clients, and VBAC support and preparation. We work for safe and respectful birth options for you, for our community, and for families around the globe.
PREGNANCY CARE
VBAC preparation
Birth planning & preparation
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
Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury
0–50 births
50-200 births
200+ births
Small group
Certified doula
Certified Massage Therapist (CMT)
Spinning Babies techniques
Certified VBAC Doula (TVL)
800 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137
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
Birth doula and childbirth photographer in Lisle IL.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Birth Doula
Birth photography & videography
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
Birth center birth
Home birth
Hospital birth
Epidural
Unmedicated hospital birth
$1,800 - $2,500
Solo
Certified doula
Group
Polish
4702 Main Street, Lisle, Illinois 60532
As both a birth doula and Certified Child Life Specialist, Alexis supports children and families navigating a variety of medical experiences and impactful life moments.
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
Teen parents
Expected stillbirth
High-risk / medically complex pregnancy
Pregnancy after infertility
Pregnancy after loss
0–50 births
$1,200 - $1,800
$1,800 - $2,500
Solo
RECOVERING FROM TRAUMA & LOSS
Newborn illness and disability
NICU stay
Stillbirth & infant loss
Termination for Medical Reasons
Patient Advocate
Group
In-home visits
Virtual visits
LGBTQ+ affirming (self-identified)
1720 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Webster-certified perinatal chiropractic. Care throughout the childbearing year, including fertility, prenatal, postpartum and pediatric chiropractic. We also offer chiropractic support during labor.
Preparing for pregnancy TTC
Difficulty conceiving / infertility
General menstrual health
Getting pregnant naturally
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Emotional wellbeing while trying to conceive
Chiropractic
Webster Technique® certified
PREGNANCY CARE
Constipation
Heartburn / acid reflux
Nausea or vomiting / "morning sickness"
Anxiety
Stress
Back, hip, or neck pain
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
Headaches
Sleep problems / fatigue
Breech or baby positioning concerns
VBAC preparation
Chiropractic care
Webster Technique® certified
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Collaborative labor support
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
VBAC
Solo
NEW MOTHER NEW BABY
Constipation
Digestive discomfort or bloating
Stress
Back, hip or neck pain
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)
Pelvic pain or pressure
Headaches
Sleep problems / fatigue
Gas pains and constipation
Healthy weight gain
Reflux
Ear infections
Failure to meet developmental milestones
Sleep issues
Body tightness or asymmetry
Head shape (Plagiocephaly)
Low muscle tone (Hypotonia)
Neck preference (Torticollis)
Infant chiropractic
Chiropractic care
Webster Technique® certified
Group
Office or clinic
Black provider (self-identified)
155 Chicago Road, Oswego, Illinois 60543
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
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 have been encapsulating placentas for Chicagoland since 2014. An intensive, safety-focused certification process, a dedicated placenta lab, and a total commitment to serving the women of Chicagoland makes this your easiest choice yet.
PLANNING FOR CHILDBIRTH
Placental encapsulation
Home birth
Hospital
Birth Center
1511 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois 60201
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