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.

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.

Blue Cross Blue Shield

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

"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