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Family Picnic
Find out more about the local businesses, people, and other resources we love at Family Picnic!
Acupuncturists
Specializing in women’s health: Whether it’s periods that are too long, too painful, non-existent, pre-menstrual issues, trying to get pregnant, needing help through a pregnancy, or transitioning to menopause.
Contact Info:
Office: (773) 669-5724
Website: https://jadepathacupuncture.com/
Located in Lincoln Square, specializing in acupuncture to treat infertility and pregnancy at every stage of women’s lives; including getting pregnant or starting labor.
Contact Info:
Office: (312) 288-6420
Website: https://w/ww.thenestchicago.com
Chiropractors
Chiropractor and Naturopathic Doctor
Chiropractor at Remedy Alternative Care Clinic
Dr. Prado is a chiropractor and naturopathic doctor specializing in female reproductive and hormonal health, GI/digestive health, and mental/emotional wellness. She is certified in Webster Technique from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association and enjoys helping families in all stages of prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.
Contact Info:
Office: (773) 820-7580
Email: info@remedyacc.com
Website: https://www.remedyacc.com
Chiropractor at Aligned Modern Health Lincoln Square
Dr. Ahrens is a chiropractic physician at Aligned Modern Health. She has certifications in Webster Technique to support pregnant women as well.
Contact Info:
Office: (773) 328-8153
Chiropractor at Roots Family Chiropractic
Roots Family Chiropractic is a family-owned practice in Lincoln Park. They are a pediatric and prenatal chiropractic office with the mission to empower families to live a health-based life.
Contact Info:
Office: (312) 724-8724
Email: info@rootsfamilychiro.com
Website: http://rootsfamilychiro.com
Doulas
Birth and postpartum doulas ranging from newer to experienced doulas; assigned according to a family’s ability to pay.
Website: http://www.birthwaysinc.com
Office: (888) 506-0607
Offers both birth and postpartum doulas.
Website: https://chicagofamilydoulas.com Office: (312) 765-3012
Family Picnic has a select group of experienced doulas who can be requested alone or as a part of the birth package. Bios are listed on the website.
Contact Info: Website: https://chicagofamilypicnic.com Office: (224) 287-9055 or (773) 259-2543
Lactation Consultants
Sue Gottschall, CLC and Rebecca Nguyen, CLC
Email: chicagofamilypicnic@gmail.com
Office: (224) 287-9055 or (773) 259-2543
Jane O’Connor IBCLC
Office: (773) 377-5620
Laura Coulter, CNM, MS, IBCLC, RLC
Office: (312) 320-3996
Hannah Cartwright, RN, IBCLC
Website: nursed-nourished.com
Email: hcartwright@nursed-nourished.com
Office: (773) 217-8641
Loss Resources
https://www.griefcounselor.org/resources/grieving-miscarriage-still-birth/
Website: http://griefcounselor.org
Website: http://www.stillbirthday.com/
Additional resources for loss: (866) 364-6667
Midwife Groups
Located at PCC South Family Health Center
6201 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402
Office: (708) 317-3035
Freestanding Birth Center
3832 N. Lincoln Ave.
Office: (773) 232-2299
Deliver at Evanston Hospital
Office Locations:
Wilmette:
328 Linden Avenue, Wilmette, Illinois, 60091, US
Glenview:
2550 Compass Road Unit J, Glenview, Illinois, 60026, US
To inquire:
Office: (847) 475-1224
Highland Park Hospital
Office: (847) 941-7600
3048 N. Wilton Ave.
Chicago, IL
Office: (773) 296-7032
1747 W Roosevelt Rd
Office: (312) 996-4470
Prentice Women’s Hospital
250 E. Superior St.
Office: (312) 926-8811
Parent Groups
Small, supportive group that meets for 5 weeks. Moms with babies in the first 6 months are welcome to attend!
Groups held in the intimate and comfortable Family Picnic Space
Held at Family Picnic
This group meets once every month on the second Saturday of the month. Led by a father, the group gathers to talk about the first year of parenthood.
Cassandra Hawkinson, Owner, Trainer
AMC provides fitness for all stages of motherhood. They offer a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of Chicago mothers: prenatal fitness, postnatal recovery class for mom and baby, and most importantly, a community of support from moms just like you!
Contact info:
Email: cassandra@activemomsclub.com
Website: www.activemomsclub.com
Office: (773) 505-3945
Pediatricians
Advocate Children’s Medical Group Wilson is a pediatric primary care office that offers the benefits of Advocate’s large organization while operating with the mentality of a small personal practice.
Contact info:
Office: (773) 736-6220
Website: https://locations.advocatehealth.com/advocate-childrens-medical-group-pediatrics-chicago
Dr. Ettner is very breastfeeding friendly and laid back. Supportive of all varying parenting choices too!
Contact Info:
7126 N Lincoln Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Office: (847) 733-2229
Affiliated with Swedish Covenant
4753 N. Elston Ave
Contact info:
Office: (773) 205-7200
Affiliated with both Swedish Covenant and North Shore Hospitals.
The recommendation came from a midwife at Swedish.
Contact info:
6374 N. Lincoln Ave
Office: (877) 926-4664
Ravenswood Pediatrics
We have heard good things about this practice from multiple parents at Picnic.
1945 W. Wilson
Suite 6116
Office: (872) 208-6257
Physical Therapists
Specializing in women's health issues both prenatally and postpartum. Offering physical therapy for pelvic floor rehabilitation, during pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
Contact info:
Office: (773) 907-3599
Email: dawson.andersonvillept@gmail.com
Website: www.andersonvillePT.com
Laura Gleason, PT, DPT, OCS and Meredy Parker, PT, DPT
Specializing in women’s health.
Contact Info:
Office: (773) 770-3682
Email: info@chicagopt.org
Website: www.chicagophysicaltherapists.com
Natalia Avelar, DPT, PRPC
Peace Pelvic Health is a physical therapy practice that specializes in pelvic and orthopedic conditions during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. The practice offers mobile, in-person, and telehealth services to its patients to provide accessible care during pivotal times. Natalia Avelar, owner and physical therapist, has over ten years of experience working with patients to help heal from pain and dysfunction, especially in the realm of Women’s Health.
Contact info:
Phone: (773) 694-4030
Email: natalia@peacepelvichealth.org
Website: www.PeacePelvicHealth.org
Placenta Encapsulation
Kate Tyo, Placenta Encapsulator (APPA)
Kate is certified through the Association of Prepared Placenta Arts and therefore fully qualified to encapsulate your placenta immediately after your birth. There are many benefits of placenta encapsulation; Read more about Kate and her services on her website.
Contact info:
Phone: (773) 669-4437
Email: tyobirthcare@gmail.com
Website: chicagoplacenta.com
Photography
Photographer
Shalimar Beekman is an award-winning photographer specializing in newborn, child, and family photography. Shalimar's easy-going style, patience, and creativity all help to create timeless images. Working either in her natural-light studio or at a location of your choice, a session with Shalimar is a fun experience that results in photos your family will cherish.
Contact info:
Phone: (773) 230-5441
Blog: blog.shalimarbphotography.com
Website: www.shalimarbphotography.com
Postpartum Therapists
Laura Gleason, PT, DPT, OCS and Meredy Parker, PT, DPT
Contact Info:
Office: (773) 598-9458
Email: amandagordonlcpc@gmail.com
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Laura Perelman (she/her/hers) is a caring and experienced psychotherapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who specializes in the treatment of a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, gender dysphoria, and perinatal mental health. She is a mother herself, and loves to support parents navigating the joys and challenges of expecting a child and parenting. She has completed training from PostPartum Support International, as well as experience working with parents.
Laura’s goal is to help each person she works with nurture and appreciate their strengths whilst growing in their capacity for insight and acceptance. She works with her clients to identify patterns that no longer serve them, and find healthier ways of being.
Contact Info:
Phone: (773)923-1887
Email: LPerelmanLCSW@gmail.com
Sleep Consultants
Cara Strauss, Pediatric Sleep Consultant
At Sleep Solutions by Cara, we support families in establishing healthy, gentle sleep routines for babies and toddlers. Cara’s compassionate, evidence-based approach helps parents find customized solutions that fit their family’s needs. Whether it’s overcoming sleep regressions, nap transitions, or creating bedtime routines, Cara is dedicated to helping families get the rest they deserve.
Contact Info:
Email: Cara@childrensleepbetter.com
Website: www.childrensleepbetter.com
Instagram: @Childrensleepbetter
Therapists
Jessica Meade, LCSW, CADC, Danielle Renyer, LCSW, and Shanna Arceo, LCSW
JMM counseling provides skilled therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. We are a family-friendly practice committed to strengthening families and deepening connections. We utilize best practices such as play therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma interventions.
Please see our website and reach out to schedule an initial consultation.
Website: https://jmmcounseling.com/
Kate is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in helping individuals in their 20s and 30s navigate significant life changes while gaining insight into themselves and their relationships.
The majority of Kate’s practice focuses on building skills to address anxiety, relationship issues, and the challenges and joys of parenthood and the perinatal period. Kate has a special interest in working with first-time parents through their journey of pregnancy into parenthood.
Kate is a parent herself and has been trained in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. She enjoys supporting parents by bringing both her professional skills and first-hand experience into work with clients.
Contact Info:
Phone: (708) 669-6561
Jean Hausmann, LCSW
Riptide Currents provides child, teen, couples, and parent coaching and therapy services.
My focus is helping your child and family find strategies to begin using immediately. I specialize in helping you navigate life transitions, improve communication, and deepen a sense of emotional connection.
My therapeutic approach is an eclectic blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and other expressive therapies.
Our office is located inside Chicago Family Picnic, please reach out to schedule an initial consultation.
Contact info:
Phone: (630) 534-3069
Email: jemarisol.12@gmail.com
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I work with individual adults and teens, where I build a comforting space to help people process their experiences and challenges, seek deeper self understanding, and find new ways to show up as their authentic selves in relationships and in life. I am trained to work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions (including perinatal mood disorders), and recovering from traumatic experiences.
5215 N Ravenswood Ave
heather.nyheim.lcsw@gmail.com
(872)272-7314
Business Hours
- Mon - Fri
- -
- Sat - Sun
- Closed
Saturday & Sunday by appointment, call for details.
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