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Breastfeed, Chicago!
Chicago, ILArea Served: Online ProgramsBreastfeed Chicago is a non-profit organization dedicated to making Chicagoland the most breastfeeding-friendly city in the country. Through mother-to-mother support, resource connection, and institutional advocacy, we work to support moms in their choice to breastfeed.
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Laura Coulter CNM MS IBCLC
Chicago Lactation ConsultantsChicago, ILArea Served: Chicago & SuburbsExperienced, compassionate holistic IBCLC with background in both hospital L&D and the homebirth setting. Providing home visits to get breastfeeding off to the best start or get it back on track when issues arise and supporting mothers to trust their instincts.
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Lori Beth Geils CPM LM IBCLC
Dove Miracle MomentsAddison, ILArea Served: Chicago & Suburbs, Northwestern Indiana“Mothering the Mother” Prenatally Throughout Postpartum & Beyond.
Joyfully serving over 800 families to date, since 1994. Christian Focus; Midwife (Indiana & Wisc), International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Labor Monitrice & Postpartum Doula. Extensive experience with Multiples, Overnight Postpartum Doula Care & Breastfeeding Support. -
La Leche League International
USA Based, World WideArea Served: InternationalLocate a leader, meetings or get help with breastfeeding problems, quarterly magazine w/membership, conferences.
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Melissa Schiff IBCLC RLC
Makana Breastfeeding INCElmhurst, ILArea Served: Chicago’s South Suburbs, Chicago’s West SuburbsAn IBCLC since 2013 and retired La Leche League Leader since 2006. Serving families with in-home breastfeeding consults. Meeting you where you’re at while helping you reach your breastfeeding goals in a way that works best for you and your family.
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Breastfeeding Support
We recommend that you have an initial consult with a private practice lactation consultant (LC) before you have your baby. You may be able to get a short interview for no charge by phone. La Leche League meetings can also be helpful for new mothers planning to breastfeed.
Some families experience challenges when trying to initiate breastfeeding, no matter what kind of birth they have had. Parents can be so confused by the time they leave the hospital that an alarming number have almost no self confidence when they begin parenting. Trying to find someone while in crisis and experiencing hormonal fluctuations will just add to the stress levels. An Internationally board certified (IBCLC) qualification is the highest form of LC certification. Be sure to check qualifications as training and background can vary a great deal.
See alphabetical listings below. Please contact the practitioner directly to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions about breastfeeding support, how to initiate breastfeeding and more. Be sure to let them know BirthLink sent you!
"The wonderful thing about breastfeeding is that any mother can give her child the best start, no matter what their income!"
- Lactation Consultant, Lactnet List for Breastfeeding Advocates
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