Lactation Classes

Breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world, but it rarely feels that way. For first time moms, and inexperienced babies breast feeding can be a challenge. While videos and books give helpful advice and illustrations to new moms, nothing is better than having a trained professional at your side assisting you in breastfeeding positions, Latch, infant feeding clues and most important; "Did my infant get enough milk?" These are the 4 most important key factors attributing to successful and healthy breastfeeding.

Our main goal is to facilitate and support a "peaceful, enjoyable" and "safe" breastfeeding experience for you, your newborn as well as your extended family. We can get you off to a positive start so that you and your baby can enjoy many fulfilling months or years ahead.

Breastfeeding is empowering to us as women. And yet we understand that there is limited time spent in the care of health professionals during your hospital stay postnatally. Allow us to help you successfully breastfeed your infant in the privacy of your own home or here at West Suburban Women’s Health.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), breastfeeding alone provides all the nutrients necessary for infants until about 6 months of age. We can provide answers and solutions to all your questions and concerns. We will be there through all the common, and not so common stages of doubt, with our supportive, sensitive and knowledgeable staff.

You can rest assured that you and your child will be cared for with the utmost kindness, love and respect.

Lactation Specialist

Patty Janicek, BSN, graduated from Loyola University and has been working with mothers & babies for 28 years. She is a labor and delivery nurse, a lactation consultant, and a childbirth educator. Her certifications include C.C.E (Certified Childbirth Educator) and I.B.C.L.C (Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant). Both Antares Institute and Patty are committed to providing the enthusiastically supportive and comforting environment that mothers and babies deserve.

Individual Lactation Services

Postpartum Mother/Baby Session - 1.5 hours

  • Length of Session: 1.5 Hours
  • Cost: $90
  • Description: Individual assistance with breastfeeding difficulties including latch issues, discomfort while feeding, milk supply concerns, weight gain, ...etc. An encounter form will be issued for clients to submit to their insurance.

Home Visits

  • Length of Session: 2 Hours
  • Cost: $165
  • Description: Evaluation of breastdeeding difficulities and lactation assistance in the privacy of your own home.

Discounted Packages

  • Breastfeeding Class and Follow Up Office Consult: $100
  • Breastfeeding Class and Home Visit: $175

Breastfeeding Education and Groups

They Come Hungry!

  • When: Monday
    Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7, March 7, April 4, May 2
  • Time: 7pm-9pm
  • Cost: $35 (Includes Books)
  • Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy
  • Learn the How To’s of breastfeeding. Receive practical Information for breastfeeding success. Find out what to look for to know mother & baby are doing well.

Breastfeeding/New Moms Support Group

  • When: Every Monday
  • Time: 11am-12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Suggested Attendance: Late Pregnancy
  • Meet and socialize with other new moms. Get any questions answered in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. Infant weight checks included. Get the support needed for breastfeeding to be successful for both mom and baby.