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Below is a list of the IBCLCs in your state who have a specialized interest in oral function and tongue-tie and have completed the Master Class. Please be sure to fully inquire as to the experience and qualifications of any practitioner, including IBCLC, manual therapist/bodyworker or physician/dentist before choosing your care providers. 

ILLINOIS:

Joleen Bice, IBCLC, CLC, CLS

Central Illinois

8155039521

Joleenbice@milkandmoonlactation.com

I believe all families deserve to be educated, supported and empowered during their lactation journey.

www.milkandmoonlactation.com

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Melissa Block, IBCLC

Chicagoland for in-home and globally for telehealth

847-220-4192

melissa@northshorelactation.com

North Shore Lactation offers telehealth and in-home visits. We specialize in prenatal consultations, oral restriction, bottle refusal and latch and treat the dyad from pregnancy through weaning. We are in network with Aetna, United, Tricare and Lactation Network (BCBS PPO, Anthem PPO, Cigna PPO).

northshorelactation.com

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Rachel Campbell RN, IBCLC

Northwest Indiana, Parts of Chicagoland, and Southwest Michigan

(219) 232-8630

Rachel@hoosierbreastfriend.com

RN, IBCLC with Hoosier Breastfriend providing comprehensive in home and in office lactation support throughout NW Indiana, SW Michigan and parts of Chicagoland. Virtual visits available worldwide.

Hoosierbreastfriend.com

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Laura Coulter, CNM MS IBCLC

Chicago, IL, Chicago and some suburbs
3123203996

I am passionate about helping mothers to breastfeed with confidence.
Email laura@chicagolactationconsultants.com
www.chicagolactationconsultants.com

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Heather Dvorak, IBCLC, RLC

Suburbs of Chicago, greater Madison and Milwaukee area

847-691-7100

heather@ABabyPlaceBBB.com

We offer in home and in office individualized lactation consultation, private and group prenatal breastfeeding and multiples classes. From conception through weaning, we are here to support you in every way! We specialize in multiples, tongue and lip ties, prematurity, pumping, and return to work support. We accept several insurance plans.

http://www.ABabyPlaceBBB.com

 

Jessica Rae Fox, IBCLC

Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland

219-661-7686

jes@hoosierbreastfriend.com

Office, virtual, and in home comprehension lactation care and infant feeding. social media: @jessicaraelactation

www.hoosierbreastfriend.com

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Becky Franzen MA, IBCLC

NE Iowa, SW Wisconsin, NE Illinois

608-330-3399

bfranzen@stateraintegrated.com

I provide compassionate, evidence-based lactation education for all dyads. I help you overcome challenges to meet your lactation goals and have an enjoyable breastfeeding experience. I specialize in working with families with tethered oral tissues, bottle-feeding and flange-fitting.

Brave Breastfeeding, LLC

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Julie Goudzwaard RN,IBCLC

South Chicagoland, NW Indiana

815 690 2381

Julie@midwivescare.org

In home visits, skilled counselor, specialized in ties.

Www.midwivescare.org


Theresa Hardy, MSN,CPNP,IBCLC
Nurtured Beginning Lactation Support

for Central Illinois
thardy.nurturedb@gmail.com
Pediatric nurse practitioner/lactation consultant (24 years ) in private practice, specializing in supporting moms and babies through complex breastfeeding difficulties, including tongue and lip-ties, poor weight gain, gastroesophageal reflux, oral rehabilitation following tongue tie release, low milk supply, infants with feeding difficulties related to special needs (cleft palate, genetic differences, preterm infants), etc.
https://www.facebook.com/nurturedbeginnings.net/
nurturedbeginnings.net

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Natalie Hessell, IBCLC

Iowa/Illinois Quad City Area

309 631 6035

Nhessell@yahoo.com

Home, office, and virtual visits. Specializing in oral function, extensive experience with ties.

qclactation.com

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Ruth Jameson, PhD, IBCLC

Southwestern Chicago suburbs

708-512-5511

ruthIBCLC@OrlandParkLactationCare.com

My goal is to support the connection between parents and their babies by helping lactation and breastfeeding go more smoothly. I accept some insurance through partnership with The Lactation Network.

www.OrlandParkLactationCare.com

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Brigit Karimkuttyil APN, IBCLC

Bolingbrook, IL

630 226 5300

brigitrn1@yahoo.com

Available via appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays

https://www.advancedpediatriccare.com/

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Dee Kassing, BS, MLS, IBCLC, RLC

Serving southern Illinois and metropolitan St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Phone: 618-346-1919

deekassing@sbcglobal.net

More than 35 years of working with breastfeeding families, specializing in suck and latch problems; pumping issues.

www.bfsupportservices.com

Linda Kennedy RN, BSN, IBCLC

Central Illinois

217-479-3933
kennedy.linda@mhsil.com

hospital based-free

https://memorialhealth.com

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Char Krause, RNC, IBCLC

Grundy County and adjacent counties

815-269-4344

Char@midwivescare.org

Providing in home lactation education and support for moms and babes. Advanced lactation education, skills and training by the best educators in the field.

http://midwivescare.org

 

Gretchen Maloney RN IBCLC

IL

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Katie Olson RN, IBCLC 
MomMe Wellness LLC serving McHenry County, Illinois and surrounding areas. 
Office and home visits, breastmilk donor depot and dispensary. Specialize in parents with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
mommewellness.com

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Molly Peterson, BS, IBCLC

SE Wisconsin, Lake County Illinois

414-928-1323

hello@wiscolactation.com

Providing home, office and virtual visits in infant feeding. Our judgement-free practice helps to find the root cause of your infant feeding challenges. We work together to find an evidence-based plan that works for your family keeping your mental health at the forefront. 

www.wiscolactation.com

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Vanessa Prinz, BSBA, IBCLC

Chicago Western Suburbs

708-497-9010

vanessa@vplactation.com

Private practice, home visits offered.

http://vplactation.com/

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Camile Rice MSN, RN, IBCLC

Chicagoland suburbs

2244362264

Camilerice@gmail.com

We are here to support you in achieving your goals. Whatever they may be!

Ababyplacebbb.com

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Ashleigh Richmond, IBCLC, CPD

SE Wisconsin, Lake County Illinois

414-928-1323

hello@wiscolactation.com

Providing home, office and virtual visits in infant feeding. Our judgement-free practice helps to find the root cause of your infant feeding challenges. We work together to find an evidence-based plan that works for your family keeping your mental health at the forefront. 

www.wiscolactation.com

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Patty Roumeliotis RN IBCLC

Chicago - South and Western Suburbs

8154964903

Patty@liquidgoldlactation.com

Lactation support as good as gold! We provide invaluable lactation services to every family we meet.

Consults offered in English & Greek

www.liquidgoldlactation.com

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Melissa Schiff, IBCLC, RLC

serving surrounding Chicagoland Suburbs, IL

773-575-2629

Melissa@makanabreastfeeding.com

Breastfeeding support in the comfort of your home. Working with families looking for peace of mind and expert support. I'll meet you no matter where you're in your breastfeeding journey.

http://makanabreastfeeding.com

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Kelly Sieczkowski, IBCLC

Illinois - suburbs of Chicago

6306150533

KellyS@ababyplacebbb.com

We offer in home and in office individualized lactation consultation, private and group prenatal breastfeeding and multiples classes. From conception through weaning, we are here to support you in every way! We specialize in multiples, tongue and lip ties, prematurity, pumping, and return to work support. We accept several insurance plans.

https://ababyplacebbb.com/

 

Trish Wierenga, BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC
Eureka, Illinois
309-370-4025
totallactationcare.com

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Haley Willson, RN, BSN, IBCLC

Central Illinois and Remote

217-343-8802

Hwillson@closetohomelactationconsulting.com

My goal is to help families and dyads meet their goals for their feeding journey. Lactation is my passion and I strive to meet dyads where you are at and work with you however you are most comfortable to help your journey be successful.

Closetohomelactationconsulting.com

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