For questions, or to speak with someone directly, please call:
1-888-824-0200
To request an appointment, please use our secure online form. A representative will contact you within one to two business days to help you schedule an appointment.
Request an AppointmentCurrent patients may also use MyChart to request an appointment.
The patient portal is not for medical emergencies. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
For help with MyChart, call us at 1-844-442-4278.
For help with Ingalls Care Connection, call us at 1-708-915-4357 or email portalsupport@ingalls.org.
Your breast milk is the most natural form of nourishment for your baby. Breastfeeding offers many health benefits for babies and mothers and helps sustain the bond initially formed during pregnancy.
At the Family Birth Center, your entire care team is specially trained to help you and your newborn get a healthy start to breastfeeding. As a Baby-Friendly designated birth facility, our team is committed to supporting the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)-endorsed Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.
Additionally, certified lactation consultants are readily available to offer expert support during your hospital stay. Our team, which provides the same guidance as that of private lactation consultants, helps you:
At the Family Birth Center, breastfeeding support continues beyond your hospital stay. Our lactation consultants remain accessible to answer your questions by phone. We also offer a weekly support group for breastfeeding moms. New members are always welcome.
Free Lactation Support Line:
773-702-8885
Connect with a certified lactation consultant at the Family Birth Center.
