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For Expectant and New Mothers
7556 W. Jackson Blvd., Forest Park, IL 60130 708-836-8600 Free tuberculosis treatment for suburban Cook County residents; proof of residency required; please call for appointment.
West Suburban Medical Center
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3 Erie Ct., Oak Park, IL 60302 708-383-6200 • Website: westsuburbanmc.com One of Oak Park’s two major hospitals; offers a full spectrum of medical services.
For Expectant and New Mothers Prenatal Classes
PCC Community Wellness Centers
Website: pccwellness.org Services available to patients of PCC Wellness Centers All locations offer support for patients that are expecting or are new mothers. For more information about maternal child health programs, Berwyn phone : 708-386-0845 Oak Park Phone: 708-383-0113. Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm
PCC South 6201 W. Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn 60402
Saturdays 9:00-1:00 pm
PCC Lake St., Family Health Center
14 W. Lake St., Oak Park 60302 Prenatal Classes and Breastfeeding Classes
West Suburban Medical Center Family Birthplace
3 Erie Ct., Oak Park Il 60302 Website: westsuburbanmc.com/our-services/women-s-health/the-family-birthplace/ Free orientation classes for parents interested in water births and other non- interventive births; this class is required for those intending to use West Suburban’s Alternative Birthing Center. Fee based childbirth education and breastfeeding classes and free monthly breastfeeding support group led by a facilitated lactation consultant are also available. Advanced registration for classes recommended. Call 866-938-7256.
About Breastfeeding and Bottlefeeding
Search for “breastfeeding” The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that babies be breastfed for at least the first six months of life. Consider what makes the most sense for you and your family. Breastfeeding and bottlefeeding are both safe and healthy for your baby. Whether by breast or by bottle, feeding your newborn provides a great opportunity to cuddle and make eye contact. Families whose babies are being breastfed may want or need specific support. It can take time and practice for mother and baby to settle into a breastfeeding routine.
Our website, collab4kids.org, has extensive resources for breastfeeding mothers – local resources, apps, and podcasts. Under “Resource Library,” click on “Resources for Parents.”
