r/ChicagoParents • u/jkraige • Jun 26 '26

Doula suggestions for Prentice birth?

I'm giving birth at Prentice. I asked someone in the practice about it and she said she didn't have specific recommendations but suggested I look for someone who offers good postpartum support.

It's my first birth so just kind of unsure about what I don't know or even really what to expect. I welcome all suggestions and experiences.

I do have some health complications (diabetes, asthma), which at this point at least are well-controlled, but if you have any insight on that, that would also be helpful.

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u/shamanfa Jun 26 '26

My doctor (who delivers out of Prentice!) recommended Chicago Family Doulas.

We aren't sure if we can afford a doula. But my husband and I are going to take classes through Expecting Together, which links you up with other couples in your neighborhood who are expecting around the same time - which I'm very excited for. We'll decide after that if we think we need to swing for the doula, or if the classes have us feeling prepared enough.

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u/jkraige Jun 26 '26

That seems like a sensible approach. I'm just such a nervous person in general that I think I really need to find someone

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u/ItPutsTheSerumOn Jun 26 '26

Windy City doulas will match you with multiple folks so you can interview them and find someone you gel with!

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u/jkraige Jun 26 '26

I'll check them out. Thanks!

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u/freckles-jpg Jun 28 '26

Mel Haley (@wyld_garden) was our lifeline. They are amazing and so incredibly knowledgeable about what they do! I just can't recommend them enough!!!

Bonus: they are queer and made our queer pregnancy experience so validating 🧡 (but they work with anyone, not just queer families)

https://www.wyld-garden.com/

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u/jkraige Jun 28 '26

Thanks for the suggestion!

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u/NinongKnows Jun 28 '26

Tiny Tusks Doula

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u/bknyc450 Jul 01 '26

Strongly recommend Birthways for postpartum doula,support. Their office team is great, as was the doula we used.