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Chicagoland's largest team of IBCLC lactation consultants — insurance-covered, in-home, clinic and virtual visits.

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Expert Lactation Support for Every Step of Your Feeding Journey

Whether you're expecting, just delivered, or months into your feeding journey, we're here to help.

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4.9300+ Reviews
  • Most Families Pay $0
  • Same-Day and Next-Day Visits
  • In-Home, Clinic & Virtual
  • Trusted By Thousands of Families

Common Challenges

Expert Lactation Support for Every Feeding Challenge

From low milk supply and painful feeding, to pumping and bottle refusal, our IBCLCs provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your family's feeding goals.

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Low Milk Supply

Support for increasing and protecting milk supply.

Painful Breastfeeding

Identify and address the root cause of breastfeeding pain.

Latch Difficulties

Expert help for shallow, painful, or ineffective latch.

Prenatal Lactation Support

Prepare for a successful breastfeeding journey before baby arrives.

Bottle Refusal

Helping babies transition smoothly between breast and bottle.

Pumping Support

Personalized support for pumping, schedules, and milk storage.

Clogged Ducts & Mastitis

Expert support for relief, recovery, and prevention.

Tongue & Lip Tie

Evaluation, feeding support, and trusted referrals when needed.

Additional Feeding Challenges We Commonly Support

EngorgementOversupplyNipple PainSlow Weight GainCombo FeedingWeaningReturning to Work

Every feeding journey is different — and we've seen it all. Our IBCLCs are here to help.

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Insurance

Insurance-Covered Lactation Support

We handle insurance verification and billing for you — and most eligible families pay $0 out-of-pocket for lactation visits.

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Most families pay $0 out-of-pocket

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Our Services

Expert Lactation Support That Meets You Where You Are

Our team provides flexible, evidence-based lactation care designed around your family's goals, schedule, and feeding journey.

In-Home Visits

Compassionate lactation support in the comfort of your home.

Virtual Consultations

Convenient expert support wherever you are.

Clinic Appointments

Meet with an IBCLC in a calm, supportive setting in our Chicago clinic.

Direct Insurance Billing

We bill your plan and handle the paperwork, so you don't have to.

Written Feeding & Pumping Plans

Care tailored to your baby, schedule, and goals.

Collaborative Care

We work alongside pediatricians, OB/GYNs, and other providers to support continuity of care.

Real Families, Real Results

Trusted by Thousands of Chicagoland Families

Real reviews, real results.

"Every mom needs a lactation consultant! Whether you're breastfeeding, exclusively pumping or formula feeding, or even weaning, they know they're stuff... I couldn't recommend them more!"

— Andrea, Libertyville

"As a first time mom, I initially had a very hard time with breastfeeding from a painful latch to low supply... I highly recommend north shore lactation if you need any help or even to reassure you you're doing the right things for yourself and your baby."

— Amanda, Arlington Heights

"There is no problem she can't solve... She even checks in when she knows I am having a rough week. I recommend her to every single mother I meet. I couldn't be more grateful to be under her care!"

— Jessica, Evergreen Park

"Melissa was a great help in getting me on the right track for breastfeeding my daughter. It was very convenient being able to set up virtual visits and she was very flexible. Would highly recommend."

— Mary, Chicago

"Melissa was able to coach me through a few small changes that I know will make a big difference! Making an appt was fast and easy, would definitely recommend!"

— Erin, Bannockburn

"The best. So direct so professional, so meaningfully, helpful so supportive. Recommended by a friend and I could not be more grateful!"

— Tamar, Highland Park
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Why North Shore Lactation

Why Families Across Chicagoland Choose North Shore Lactation

15 IBCLCs Across Chicagoland

The largest team of board-certified lactation consultants in the region.

100+ Years Combined Experience

Experienced support for both routine and complex feeding challenges.

300+ Google Reviews

Trusted by families across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

In-Network With Most Major Insurance Plans

Most families pay $0 out-of-pocket for lactation visits.

Same-Day & Next-Day Appointments

Fast access to expert feeding support when families need it most.

In-Home, Clinic & Virtual

Flexible support designed around your family's needs and schedule.

Ready for Expert Lactation Support?

Compassionate, evidence-based care from Chicagoland's trusted team of IBCLCs.

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Meet Our Team

Meet Our Team of IBCLCs

With 15 board-certified experts, we ensure all Chicagoland families have access to top-tier care—whenever and wherever you need it.

Melissa Block
Melissa Block
IBCLC | PMH-C
Sara Pop
Sara Pop
IBCLC | RN | PMH-C
Sherita Needom
Sherita Needom
IBCLC
Lauren LeBeau
Lauren LeBeau
IBCLC | RN
Lynn Pistorio
Lynn Pistorio
IBCLC | RN
Tiffany Hicks
Tiffany Hicks
IBCLC | RN
Lauren Kellner
Lauren Kellner
IBCLC | RN
Julie Goudzwaard
Julie Goudzwaard
IBCLC | RN
Barbara Donahue
Barbara Donahue
IBCLC | RN
Jennie Meyer
Jennie Meyer
IBCLC
Rebecca Dubberke
Rebecca Dubberke
IBCLC | RN
Jessica Rae
Jessica Rae
IBCLC
Rochelle Cornelius
Rochelle Cornelius
IBCLC | RN
Jessi Kuzelka
Jessi Kuzelka
IBCLC | RN | PMH-C
Emily Barnes
Emily Barnes
IBCLC
IBCLC certification seal

Every consultant on our team is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) — the gold standard in lactation care.

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