Chicago & Suburbs

Birthways unique model of breastfeeding support pairs the holistic approach of a postpartum doula with board certified lactation support (IBCLC) when needed.  Free IBCLC-staffed warm line support provided to all Birthways clients.

Unique model offered only at Birthways.  We honor birth with a woman-centered (versus “coached”) approach.  You will learn about normal progress of birth and management of complications, comfort measures that REALLY work, and empower yourself to birth with confidence and joy.

Bloom specializes in supporting women and families during the childbearing year. With daily Prenatal Yoga classes, Prenatal and Postpartum Massage, as well as Mom & Baby Yoga (….and beyond – all the way up to yoga for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids!), our sunny, spacious, welcoming studio in Lincoln Square is the place to for families to get happy and healthy.

Our freestanding birth center is guided by the care of Certified Nurse Midwives, all APRNs with a minimum of a masters degree and expertise in well body, gyne, low-risk pregnancy and birth care.

Nonprofit, gyne services, fertility awareness classes, alternative insemination, public aid & sliding fee scale & insurance. Childbirth education and breastfeeeding classes. Emergency contraception also available.