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These are licensed professionals who can help with fertility, optimal preconception health, changing fetal positions (as with breech turns) and easing the discomforts of pregnancy. Some will attend births providing pain management techniques and comfort measures during labor and delivery.

See alphabetical listings below. Please contact the practitioner directly to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions. Be sure to let them know BirthLink sent you!

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Rae Bouvin DC
Pro-Holistic Institute
Chicago IL
773-279-9344
www.proholisticcare.com
info@proholisticcare.com
Area Served: Chicago and Suburbs

Offering holistic wellness care for the entire family including primary care, chiropractic, acupuncture, nutrition, massage. Specialized training in women's health, fertility and holistic pediatrics. Webster Technique Certified. Pursuing a diplomate from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.

Kara Canga-Arguelles LAc MSOM

Pain Therapy Associates

Schaumburg IL

847-352-5511

www.painhelp.com

karadoering@yahoo.com

Area Served: North & Western Suburbs

Offering acupuncture during conception, pregnancy, and post-natal periods. Attending births in hospital and at home. Acupuncture for pregnancy complaints, induction, delivery, infertility, pre/post transfer IVF acupuncture, moxibustion for Breech positioning. Mother of two, water homebirths.

Terry Clemens Lac MSOM Dipl Ch
Heartwood Center
Evanston IL
847-491-1122 x 23
www.heartwoodcenter.com
terriclemens@sbcglobal.net
Area Served: Chicago & N Suburbs

State Licensed and Nationally Board Certified (NCCAOM) in acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Graduate of the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. Extensive experience working with women's health issues. Also, fertility, pregnancy and post-partum care including labor and delivery attending, labor induction, pre-birth acupuncture, breech presentation, mastitis, lactation issues.

Richard Ezgur DC

Progressive Chiropractic Wellness Center

Chicago IL

773-525-9355

www.progressivechiropractic.com

dre@progressivechiropractic.com

Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

We treat women with pregnancy related pain, infertility, breech position, natural labor induction, postpartum depression, women & infant health using chiropractic (Webster technique), acupuncture, homeopathy, massage, physical therapy. Insurance billed. Free parking. Evening & weekend hours.

Alejandro Fernandez

Art of Natural Healing

River Forest IL

708-366-8002

www.artofnaturalhealing.com

artofnaturalhealingoffice@yahoo.com

Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

An oriental medical center of excellence designed to help people achieve wellness without the use of drugs and surgery. We help educate our patients on the benefits and capabilities of oriental medicine and support those seeking to optimize their health, naturally. Thermography offered.

Nancy Floy Dipl Ac
Heartwood Center
Evanston IL
847-491-1122 x 11
www.heartwoodcenter.com
nancyfloy@heartwoodcenter.com
Area Served: Entire Chicagoland area

Oriental Medicine for women and children fertility, breech turns, miscarriage, postpartum, labor & delivery attending since 1995. Chinese herbalist. In private since 1994. Graduate of Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. Nationally board certified and IL state license.

Gina Marcin LAc AHG
Chicago IL
773-835-1505
www.acugina.com
acugina@sbcglobal.net
Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Registered nurse; licensed acupuncturist; American Herbalists Guild professional member; Professional Birth Doula; Traditional Chinese medical diagnostic system, acupuncture and Western herbal treatments to specialize in women's health, conception, labor & delivery, pain relief. House calls available.

David Miller MD, FAAP, LAc, Dipl OM
East-West Integrated Medicine, LLC
Chicago IL
773-960-8901
www.eastwestintmed.com
eastwestkiddoc@hotmail.com
Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

One of the only US physicians with dual Board certification in Pediatrics (ABP) and Traditional Chinese Medicine / Chinese Herbalism (NCCAOM). MD - Brown University; Pediatrics Residency - University of Chicago; TCM - Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). Other techniques: Reiki Master-Teacher & Bach and North American Flower Essences.

Deanna Minkler DC CCSP CHt

Sauganash Wellness Center

Chicago IL

773-283-4470

www.sauganashwellness.com

info@sauganashwellness.com

Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Specializes in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic care. Trained in Webster Technique (can help optimal fetal positioning) and Kinesio Taping® (can help with abdominal and back issues in prenatal women), she is certified in acupuncture, HypnoFertility and Perinatal Fitness.

Jin-Hong Nagan LAc

Jin & Tonic Wellness Co.

Chicago & Evanston IL

773-592-4559

www.acujin.com

acujin.com@gmail.com

Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Strongly believes diet plays an important role in well-being, physically, emotionally and mentally. Specializes in Chinese medicinal diet therapy, acute and chronic pain, stress, infertility, post-partum recovery, immune support and weight management. Offering acupuncture, herbal elixir, moxibustion, and cupping.

The Nest
Chicago IL
773-267-0248
www.thenestchicago.com
info@thenestchicago.com
Area Served: Chicago

The Nest is a specialized acupuncture practice focused on general women's health, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and holistic pediatric care. We are the only acupuncture practice in Chicago offering Childbirth Acupuncture; we actively attend labors/births in both home and hospital settings.

Sonia Rivera LAc
Inner Spring Wellness
Oak Park IL
708-445-0012
708-724-6098 cell
www.innerspringwellness.com
acupuncheals@aol.com
Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Nationally Board Certified (NCCAOM) in Acupuncture, IL state licensed, Owner at Inner Spring Wellness offering Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for fertility, breech turns, morning sickness, labor induction, fatigue, sciatica, postpartum care, insufficient lactation, women's health issues, anxiety, depression and pain.

Stephen Spates DC CCN MS DiplAC DANLA

Vital Life Health Alternatives

Clarendon Hills IL

630-734-3454

www.drspates.com

Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Helping people of all ages achieve and maintain health since 1996. Offering complete and holistic approach to diagnosis and intervention. Extensive education, training and experience in Eastern and Western medicine. Success with treating infertility using acupuncture, herbs and nutritional counseling.

Michelle Steinys DC
Core Chiropractic Health Center
Chicago IL
773-486-9692
www.corechiro.com

drsteinys@corechiro.com
Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Certified by International Chiropractic Pediatric Assoc in Webster technique for optimal fetal positioning. Provide chiropractic adjustment, massage and acupuncture pre- and postnatally.

Kristine Tohtz DC DABCA CACCP CPD
Serenity Health & Wellness
Chicago IL
312-756-1778
www.serenityhealthwellness.com
info@serenityhealthwellness.com
Area Served: Chicago

Chiropractic physician, Diplomate in Acupuncture and Yoga instructor specializing in the treatment of pregnant women, postpartum care and children/families. Services include Webster Technique, house/hospital calls for existing patients, online appointment scheduling, massage therapy and acupuncture.

The Wahls of Wellness

Arlington Heights IL

847-392-7901

www.wahlsofwellness.com

Area Served: Midwest

A family health clinic dedicated to natural healthcare including reproductive wellness. Our successful treatment programs offer a unique blend of eastern medicine, essential oils, Chinese herbal medicine, healing meditations and spiritual awareness practices.

Urban Oasis
Chicago, IL
312-587-3500 (Gold Coast)
312-640-0001 (Near North)
http://www.urbanoasismassage.com/
Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

Experience the healing art of massage in thoughtfully appointed and peaceful surroundings. Visit our website to take a virtual tour of our spa, find special offer coupons and learn about our services including prenatal massage, postpartum massage, massage during labor, and acupuncture.

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Some will attend births providing pain management techniques and comfort measures during labor and delivery. See alphabetical listings below. Please contact the practitioner directly to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions. Be sure to let them know BirthLink sent you! SPOTLIGHT: "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." Eleanor Roosevelt -- The Goddess Within Why not have the spotlight on you and your services? You can rent this space to gain extra exposure for your business. Call 847-733-8050 for more information. Rae Bouvin DC Pro-Holistic Institute Chicago IL 773-279-9344 www.proholisticcare.com info@proholisticcare.com Area Served: Chicago and Suburbs Offering holistic wellness care for the entire family including primary care, chiropractic, acupuncture, nutrition, massage. Specialized training in women's health, fertility and holistic pediatrics. Webster Technique Certified. Pursuing a diplomate from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Kara Canga-Arguelles LAc MSOM Pain Therapy Associates Schaumburg IL 847-352-5511 www.painhelp.com karadoering@yahoo.com Area Served: North & Western Suburbs Offering acupuncture during conception, pregnancy, and post-natal periods. Attending births in hospital and at home. Acupuncture for pregnancy complaints, induction, delivery, infertility, pre/post transfer IVF acupuncture, moxibustion for Breech positioning. Mother of two, water homebirths. Terry Clemens Lac MSOM Dipl Ch Heartwood Center Evanston IL 847-491-1122 x 23 www.heartwoodcenter.com terriclemens@sbcglobal.net Area Served: Chicago & N Suburbs State Licensed and Nationally Board Certified (NCCAOM) in acupuncture and Chinese herbs. Graduate of the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. Extensive experience working with women's health issues. Also, fertility, pregnancy and post-partum care including labor and delivery attending, labor induction, pre-birth acupuncture, breech presentation, mastitis, lactation issues. Richard Ezgur DC Progressive Chiropractic Wellness Center Chicago IL 773-525-9355 www.progressivechiropractic.com dre@progressivechiropractic.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs We treat women with pregnancy related pain, infertility, breech position, natural labor induction, postpartum depression, women & infant health using chiropractic (Webster technique), acupuncture, homeopathy, massage, physical therapy. Insurance billed. Free parking. Evening & weekend hours. Alejandro Fernandez Art of Natural Healing River Forest IL 708-366-8002 www.artofnaturalhealing.com artofnaturalhealingoffice@yahoo.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs An oriental medical center of excellence designed to help people achieve wellness without the use of drugs and surgery. We help educate our patients on the benefits and capabilities of oriental medicine and support those seeking to optimize their health, naturally. Thermography offered. Nancy Floy Dipl Ac Heartwood Center Evanston IL 847-491-1122 x 11 www.heartwoodcenter.com nancyfloy@heartwoodcenter.com Area Served: Entire Chicagoland area Oriental Medicine for women and children fertility, breech turns, miscarriage, postpartum, labor & delivery attending since 1995. Chinese herbalist. In private since 1994. Graduate of Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. Nationally board certified and IL state license. Gina Marcin LAc AHG Chicago IL 773-835-1505 www.acugina.com acugina@sbcglobal.net Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Registered nurse; licensed acupuncturist; American Herbalists Guild professional member; Professional Birth Doula; Traditional Chinese medical diagnostic system, acupuncture and Western herbal treatments to specialize in women's health, conception, labor & delivery, pain relief. House calls available. David Miller MD, FAAP, LAc, Dipl OM East-West Integrated Medicine, LLC Chicago IL 773-960-8901 www.eastwestintmed.com eastwestkiddoc@hotmail.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs One of the only US physicians with dual Board certification in Pediatrics (ABP) and Traditional Chinese Medicine / Chinese Herbalism (NCCAOM). MD - Brown University; Pediatrics Residency - University of Chicago; TCM - Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). Other techniques: Reiki Master-Teacher & Bach and North American Flower Essences. Deanna Minkler DC CCSP CHt Sauganash Wellness Center Chicago IL 773-283-4470 www.sauganashwellness.com info@sauganashwellness.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Specializes in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic care. Trained in Webster Technique (can help optimal fetal positioning) and Kinesio Taping® (can help with abdominal and back issues in prenatal women), she is certified in acupuncture, HypnoFertility and Perinatal Fitness. Jin-Hong Nagan LAc Jin & Tonic Wellness Co. Chicago & Evanston IL 773-592-4559 www.acujin.com acujin.com@gmail.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Strongly believes diet plays an important role in well-being, physically, emotionally and mentally. Specializes in Chinese medicinal diet therapy, acute and chronic pain, stress, infertility, post-partum recovery, immune support and weight management. Offering acupuncture, herbal elixir, moxibustion, and cupping. The Nest Chicago IL 773-267-0248 www.thenestchicago.com info@thenestchicago.com Area Served: Chicago The Nest is a specialized acupuncture practice focused on general women's health, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and holistic pediatric care. We are the only acupuncture practice in Chicago offering Childbirth Acupuncture; we actively attend labors/births in both home and hospital settings. Sonia Rivera LAc Inner Spring Wellness Oak Park IL 708-445-0012 708-724-6098 cell www.innerspringwellness.com acupuncheals@aol.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Nationally Board Certified (NCCAOM) in Acupuncture, IL state licensed, Owner at Inner Spring Wellness offering Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for fertility, breech turns, morning sickness, labor induction, fatigue, sciatica, postpartum care, insufficient lactation, women's health issues, anxiety, depression and pain. Stephen Spates DC CCN MS DiplAC DANLA Vital Life Health Alternatives Clarendon Hills IL 630-734-3454 www.drspates.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Helping people of all ages achieve and maintain health since 1996. Offering complete and holistic approach to diagnosis and intervention. Extensive education, training and experience in Eastern and Western medicine. Success with treating infertility using acupuncture, herbs and nutritional counseling. Michelle Steinys DC Core Chiropractic Health Center Chicago IL 773-486-9692 www.corechiro.com drsteinys@corechiro.com Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Certified by International Chiropractic Pediatric Assoc in Webster technique for optimal fetal positioning. Provide chiropractic adjustment, massage and acupuncture pre- and postnatally. Kristine Tohtz DC DABCA CACCP CPD Serenity Health & Wellness Chicago IL 312-756-1778 www.serenityhealthwellness.com info@serenityhealthwellness.com Area Served: Chicago Chiropractic physician, Diplomate in Acupuncture and Yoga instructor specializing in the treatment of pregnant women, postpartum care and children/families. Services include Webster Technique, house/hospital calls for existing patients, online appointment scheduling, massage therapy and acupuncture. The Wahls of Wellness Arlington Heights IL 847-392-7901 www.wahlsofwellness.com Area Served: Midwest A family health clinic dedicated to natural healthcare including reproductive wellness. Our successful treatment programs offer a unique blend of eastern medicine, essential oils, Chinese herbal medicine, healing meditations and spiritual awareness practices. Urban Oasis Chicago, IL 312-587-3500 (Gold Coast) 312-640-0001 (Near North) http://www.urbanoasismassage.com/ Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs Experience the healing art of massage in thoughtfully appointed and peaceful surroundings. Visit our website to take a virtual tour of our spa, find special offer coupons and learn about our services including prenatal massage, postpartum massage, massage during labor, and acupuncture.
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