Experienced Clinical Team
14 IBCLCs, 100+ years of combined lactation experience.
A Trusted Extension of Your Care Team
We partner with OB/GYNs, pediatricians, family physicians, midwives, doulas, and hospital teams to deliver timely, evidence-based lactation care that supports families while strengthening continuity of care.
4.9300+ Reviews- Most Insurance Accepted
- Same-Day and Next-Day Visits
- In-Home, Clinic & Virtual
- Clinical Notes Within 24 Hours
Why North Shore Lactation
Why Providers Trust North Shore Lactation
Evidence-Based IBCLC Care
Care aligned with American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) recommendations.
Seamless Documentation
Clinical notes to referring providers within 24 hours.
Collaborative Care
We work as an extension of your team, keeping referring providers informed while ensuring families receive coordinated, patient-centered care.
Insurance Support for Families
We accept most insurance plans and help families navigate coverage before their visit.
Chicagoland's Largest Lactation Practice
4.9 Stars * 300+ Reviews on Google.
Referral Reasons
Common Reasons Providers Refer to North Shore Lactation
Whether the concern is routine or complex, our experienced IBCLCs provide expert, individualized lactation care tailored to each family's needs.
Low Milk Supply
Assessment and individualized strategies to support milk production.
Painful Breastfeeding
Evaluation and treatment of nipple pain, breast pain, and other causes of painful feeding.
Latch Difficulties
Support for shallow, painful, or ineffective latch to improve milk transfer and feeding comfort.
Prenatal Lactation Support
Preparing expectant parents for a successful breastfeeding journey before baby arrives.
Bottle Refusal
Helping babies transition smoothly between breast and bottle.
Pumping Support
Individualized guidance for pumping, milk expression, storage, and return-to-work planning.
Clogged Ducts & Mastitis
Evidence-based management, and prevention strategies for inflammatory breast conditions .
Tongue & Lip Tie
Comprehensive feeding assessment and referral to trusted specialists when appropriate .
Additional Reasons to Refer
EngorgementOversupplyNipple PainSlow Weight GainCombo FeedingWeaningReturning to Work
Not sure if a patient would benefit from lactation support? Our team is always happy to discuss referrals and help determine the most appropriate next step.
Connect With Our TeamOur team is here to help. Call or Text us at 847-220-4192
Referral pathway
How Referrals Work
We make referring patients simple—for both your practice and the families you serve. From scheduling through follow-up, our team provides timely, evidence-based lactation care while keeping you informed every step of the way.
Refer Your Patient
Share our website, patient brochures, or phone number (847-220-4192) directly with families.
We Handle Scheduling & Insurance
Our team works directly with families to verify insurance coverage and schedule in-home, clinic, or virtual appointments—often with same-day or next-day availability.
Expert IBCLC Care
Patients receive a comprehensive lactation assessment and personalized feeding plan from an experienced IBCLC, with care guided by current AAP and ABM recommendations.
You Stay Informed
Clinical documentation is sent to referring providers within 24 hours, with additional communication whenever collaboration is needed.
Ongoing Continuity of Care
We manage lactation-related concerns while referring all non-lactation medical issues back to your team, ensuring coordinated, patient-centered care.
Referral partners
Trusted by Referral Partners Across Chicagoland
Compassionate care. Expert guidance. Real results.
"North Shore Lactation has become an extension of our practice. Their team sees patients quickly, communicates clearly, and provides thoughtful clinical updates that help us deliver coordinated care. Our patients consistently tell us how supported they felt throughout the process."
— Dr. Jones, Pediatrician
4.9
300+ ReviewsCompassionate care.
Expert guidance.
Real results.
All reviews from real patients on Google.
Materials
Provider Resources
Everything your practice needs to make lactation referrals simple. Request complimentary brochures, referral pads, patient handouts, discharge materials, and digital resources designed to help families connect with expert lactation support quickly and easily.
Collaboration
Education & Clinical Collaboration:
We're committed to supporting not only your patients, but your team. From lunch-and-learns and staff education to breastfeeding protocol discussions and clinical collaboration, we're here to help strengthen breastfeeding support throughout your practice.