Chicago Pregnancy Guide

Pregnant in Chicago? Below is a list of companies in Chicago who provide pregnant women with services and products such as:

• maternity clothes
• baby furniture
• ultrasound imaging
• pregnancy photography
• resale/consignment stores
• childbirth classes
• chiropractic care
• infant massage
• mommy & me classes
• and more!

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Local Pregnancy and Baby-Related Events

October 31 - November 2, 2008 American Baby Faire. Located at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, Sat. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM/Sun. 11:00 AM-5:00 PM. Details at www.americanbabyfaire.com.

Do you offer classes or services to pregnant women? Are you a childbirth educator and want to tell more people about your programs? Just send an email to hillary@swellpg.com, and we will post your event.

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Original Belly Works One of a kind belly sculptures made with love. An Original Belly Works sculpture is a beautiful impression of a pregnant woman's torso. A gift for Mom and a keepsake for Baby.
Work At Home United Incredible opportunity for  moms to work from home! Amazing support & mentoring - no selling, no inventory, free website! Be successful from home with your little one by your side!
jookie, a portrait boutique Bellies are beautiful! Celebrate your pregnancy with discreet, artistic maternity portraiture. And when your baby arrives, we'll help you capture the moments of their new life with our creative photography and unique portrait offerings.
We See You Mirror The only auxiliary safety mirror that provides rear seat viewing from both driver and passenger seats. Installs in seconds, directly to the windshield, no tools required for installation or adjustments. 800.573.8858
Global Profit Team An exciting stay-at-home business opportunity for busy moms-to-be.

Announcements

In Your Yard Cards

Lawn Greeting Displays 'Creating Chuckles One Yard At A Time.' Show someone you care by surprising them with a loving or humorous display in their yard. Welcome home mother and baby with our stork, baby bear in buggy or star (A Star Is Born). Displays for YOUR SPECIAL EVENTS! Birthdays, graduations and more. Many displays available. Let us fill your yard with happiness! Free displays for troops being deployed or returning from service. Memorial display also.  Restrictions apply. Clowns and characters available.

708.720.2899

www.partypop.com/vendors/3218748.htm

Baby Boutiques

Little Skye

The ultimate boutique for hip, eclectic and organic children's pieces. Stop in for clothing, bedding, furniture, room decor, baby gear, toys & gifts. Now offering registries, photography and maternity & nursing necessities.

970 N. Harris Road, Suite 1C

Station Square @ Prairie Crossing, Route 137 & Casey Road.

847.543.1975

www.little-skye.com

The Unique Bowtique

The most 'Unique Bowtique' around! We offer PRIVATE gift registry, clothing from preemie - maternity, strollers, discounts for mothers of multiples, bedding, toys, organic products and gifts.

123 S. Washington Street

Naperville, IL 60540

Downtown Naperville between VanBuren and Jefferson.

630.717.0123

www.theuniquebowtique.com

LetsGoStrolling.com

Only the best strollers, designer diaper bags & more. Personalized service, stroller consultations & baby registry. Strollers by Bugaboo, Orbit, Valco, Baby Jogger, Phil & Ted's, Mountain Buggy, Stokke & more. Diaper Bags & Accessories by Skip*Hop, Fleurville, Bebe Au Lait, Storksak, Diaper Dude & more.

1.877.STROLL.1

www.LetsGoStrolling.com

Hoohobbers

Since 1981, Hoohobbers has manufactured designer products in Chicago. Visit the factory-located boutique for a wide variety of crib bedding, room accessories, Moses baskets, diaper bags, gifts and more. Custom bedding. On-site personalizing.

1657 N. Elston Avenue

Chicago, IL 60622

Near North Avenue & Elston

773.342.0004

www.hoohobbers.com

Birthing Options

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Prentice Women's Hospital offers more than 22 classes that focus on women's health and preparing you and those close to you for the birth of your baby.

333 E. Superior Street

Chicago, IL 60611

1.877.926.4664

www.prentice.nmh.org

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

We believe that having a baby should be more then just a visit to the hospital. From top doctors to peaceful, private rooms and a Pampered Pregnancy, your experience at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital will be unique.

3815 Highland Avenue

Downers Grove, IL 60515

1.800.3.ADVOCATE

www.advocatehealth.com/goodsam

Breastfeeding

New Mother New Baby Dundee Pharmacy

Lactation Center, Mother & Baby Boutique, Lactation Consultant on Staff, Breastpump Rental & Sales, Accessories and hard to find items, Baby gift baskets & gift department.

2750 Dundee Road

Northbrook, IL 60062

Dairy Queen Shopping Center (Corner of Dundee & Pfingsten)

847.480.1000

www.newmothernewbaby.com  

Childcare

First Class Care, Inc.

Chicagoland's Premier Nanny Agency. We specialize in Nannies, Baby Nurses, Housekeepers, Babysitters, House Managers and Personal Chefs.

820 Davis Street, Suite 221

Evanston, IL 60201

847.733.2700

www.firstclasscare.com

All Best Nannies/Pro Care Agency Inc.

All Best Nannies is Chicagoland's premier nanny agency dedicated to providing the highest quality care for it's clients.

2644 Dempster Street, #208

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Landings Plaza

847.824.4900

www.allbestnannies.com

nannyfinder@allbestnannies.com

Chiropractors

Serenity Health & Wellness

Services Provided: Webster Technique, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage, Cranial-sacral Therapy, Pre- and Post-Partum Rehabilitation. Conditions Treated: Sciatica & Low Back Pain, Upper Back and Neck Pain, Nausea, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Colds & Flus, and Sinus Problems. We also make house calls if needed!

600 W. Fulton Street, #304

Chicago, IL 60661

312.756.1778

www.serenityhealthwellness.com

Core Chiropractic Health Center

Providing a solid foundation of wellness for families. Enjoy your pregnancy and adjust to life after childbirth more easily, call today! Treatement of: nausea, back pain, swelling and carpal tunnel syndrome. Webster Technique provider.

2835 N. Sheffield, Suite 411

Chicago, IL 60657

773.244.3970

www.corechiro.com

Cord Blood Banking

Cord Blood Registry

CBR is the largest and most experienced cord blood bank in the world. To help protect the health of your child and family, visit cordblood.com or call 1.888.775.2520.

www.cordblood.com

Dentistry

Children's Dentistry

As a specialist, Dr. Udelson only treats children, allowing him to educate young patients about the importance of dental health and to instill an appreciation as well as excitement in his young dental patients for visiting the dentist. Call today to schedule an appointment.

1129 South Harlem Avenue

Forest Park, IL 60130

Just North of the Harlem Avenue and Roosevelt Road Intersection.

708.fun.kids(386.5437)

www.little-teeth-big-smiles.com

Fitness

Platinum Fitness

ABC Camp combines multiple training styles to keep you motivated and initiate a jumpstart to that postpartum slimming down and weight loss. We schedule 2-3 days a week of training, with in-home training available. Client-specific nutritional guidance provided.

945 West George Street, Suite 100

Chicago, Illinois 60657

Lincoln Park - 1 block north of Diversey. Free valet parking.

1.877.FITPLAT

www.PLATINUMFITNESSCHICAGO.com

Great Products

Original Belly Works

One of a kind belly sculptures made with love. An Original Belly Works sculpture is a beautiful impression of a pregnant woman's torso. A gift for Mom and a keepsake for Baby.

www.originalbellyworks.com

Hemorrhoid Treatment

Dyer GI Clinics of Illinios, LLC.

You are not alone. Feel great - Hemmorrhoid free! Innovative post-partum treatment of hemorrhoids and anal fissures. FDA approved, non-surgical infra-red treatment of hemorrhoids. Painless procedure, no work loss. IBS all-organic treatment plan. Board Certified. Over 25 years experience. Most major insurance accepted. As heard on WBBM-AM News Radio.

Lincoln Park, Bridgeview, Schaumburg.

773.388.1100

www.DYERCLINICS.com

Infant Development

Gymboree Play & Music

For 30+ years, Gymboree has helped babies and parents turn fun into development and learning. Our classes for birth to 5 year olds, designed by early childhood experts, include Gymboree Play & Learning Classes, Music, Baby Signs and more. $50 off if enrolled before 1st birthday. New members only. Not valid with other offers, 1 coupon per person.

10 Chicagoland and suburban locations.

1.866.355.GROW(4769)

www.GymboreeClasses.com

Nursery & Decor

Crib & Bed Outlet

Baby and Teen Furniture, All New 1st Quality Merchandise at Discount Prices.

Thursday 11:00am-6:00pm

Friday 11:00am-6:00pm

Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm

Sunday 12:00Noon-4:00pm

Eastgate Shopping Center

837 Westmore - Meyers Rd.

Lombard, IL 60148

630.MY1.BABY(691.2229)

www.cribandbedoutlet.com

Right Start

Right Start has everything your baby needs - for every stage of development. Trusted brands, valuable advice, personalized service and the best selection of products for you and your family.  Chicago, Highland Park, Lombard, & Naperville locations.

1.800.548.8531

www.RightStart.com

Li'l Deb-N-Heir

Family-owned and operated for over 60 years, our friendly and experienced team can help you create the nursery of your dreams. Our showroom offers a huge selection of the highest quality nursery furniture, linens, and accessories all at surprisingly affordable prices. Serving Naperville and all of Chicagoland.

540 E. Ogden Avenue, Naperville

360.717.8100

www.debnheir.com

BabyEarth

Choose from thousands of items in every category, all in stock today. Best selection on top brands and hard to find items, plus personalized customer service.

www.babyearth.com

Parenting Education

Materna Wellborn Resources for Mothers and Best fed Babies

Our mission is to help families nourish their babies through classes, lactation counseling, Medela products, supplies for nursing mothers and a developmental playroom with an early learning specialist.

http://www.maternawellborn.com/ 

Photographers

Duron Studio Photography

Capturing the beauty of life and more...Maternity, Newborns, Family...Studio and on location options. B & W and color photography. Customized Birth Announcements.

4710 Oakton Street

Skokie, IL 60076

847.329.1099

www.duronstudio.com

Kiddie Kandids

Capturing Memories to Last A Lifetime. When it's time to choose a portrait studio, you'll want the best. Kiddie Kandids has been specializing in maternity, newborn, and infant photography for over 35 years.

Woodfield 847.240.1510

Schaumberg 847.882.4274

Naperville 630.416.1973

Burbank 708.952.4712

Orland Park 708.873.0421

Lombard 630.916.1163

Niles 847.647.8649

Vernon Hills 847.918.0452

Merrillville, IN 219.756.3980

www.kiddiekandids.com

Celebrity Kids Portrait Studios

Capturing moments that last a lifetime.

Algonquin 847.458.2220

Chicago 773.281.3686(FOTO)

Geneva 630.208.5020

Naperville 630.420.9720

Wheaton 630.510.2775

www.celebritykids.com

Gooch Too, Photography

Candid, whimsical, carefree, and a documentary storyteller, describe Renee's approach to photographing children of all ages. Serving Chicago, IL.

773.878.8689

www.goochtoo.com

Portrait Innovations

We've totally re-invented the studio experience.

Westfield Southlake  Merrillville, IN 219.769.0615

Orland Park Crossing Orland Park, IL 708.349.9838

The Quentin Collection Kildeer, IL 847.540.6920

 The Glen Town Center Glenview, IL 847.729.5520

www.PortraitInnovations.com

Postpartum Support

Birthways Labor Support & Postpartum Doula Services

Soon you will be taking care of baby...we can help take care of you. Chicagoland area's oldest and largest community of doulas. Providing support during pregnancy, birth, and early parenting.

3717 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Suite 140

Chicago, IL 60613

888.506.0607

www.birthwaysinc.com

Home Care of Newborns & Families, Inc.

Chicago's premier skilled nursing company specializing in breastfeeding help in your home. All our consultants are International Board Certified Lactation Consultants, Registered Nurses, and Moms who have their own babies. Breast pump rental and sales. We include personal help and instruction.

Covering Chicago and the Western and Northern Suburbs.

3524 Greenleaf St.

Skokie, IL 60076

773.274.0643

www.hcnf.net

Ultrasound Services

Goldenview Ultrasound

3D & 4D Preantal Ultrasound Services. Experience the miracle! Our certified ultrasound technicians use the finest 3D/4D system available. All 3D/4D packages include a DVD. Live Internet streaming of your session also available. Ask about our price match guarantee.

1300 W. Belmont, Suite 503

Chicago, IL 60657

1.888.915.BABY(2229)

In Chicago's Lakeview Neighborhood near Wrigley Field - free parking in our lot.

www.GoldenViewUltrasound.com

Baby's First Images

Seeing your baby for this first time is special. At Baby's First Images, we have been providing 3D and 4D ultrasound services since 2003 by certified ultrasound technologists to expecting mothers, expecting more.

507 Fairway Drive, Suite 151

Naperville, IL 60563

Near I-88 & Route 59 at the RT59 Metro Rail Station.

630.206.3420

www.3dbaby.com

Stork Snapshots 4D Ultrasound Imaging

4D Ultrasound Imaging. Stork Snapshots is Chicagoland's ultimate maternity destination - we feature a premier 3D/4D ultrasound studio, a newly expanded maternity spa and celebrity shopping center at non-celebrity prices in our Stork Store boutique! Stork Snapshots celebrates motherhood at any stage.

2011 S. Washington

Naperville, IL 60565

630.579.8400

www.storksnapshots.com

Precious Images Ultrasound

Precious Images Ultrasound features the latest in 3D/4D ultrasound technology combined with a highly trained professional staff. Our equipment provides safe ultrasonic waves with high resolution images unsurpassed in clarity. We offer extended hours, Sunday and same day appointments with convenient 24 hour online scheduling. We also cater to Spanish & Arabic speaking clients.

9121 W. 159th

Orland Hills, IL 60477

Located in Heritage Hills Forum.

708.403.2233

www.preciousimagesultrasound.com