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Seeking Experiences with Advocate Illinois Masonic's Nurse-midwife Group
Asked by L. from Chicago
on October 17, 2006
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I'm considering delivering at Chicago's Advocate Illinois Masonic hospital, and would like to know if anyone has worked with their nurse-midwife group. Any referrals ...
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- I just toured IL Masonic recently. The ABC is now down to one room. When you sign up, you might want to call ahead to see who is giving the tour or find out if a mid...
- I received my prenatal care at Irving & Western location nurse-midwife group. I was really satisfied with their services, they all took their time during my visits to...
- I just delivered with these ladies 7 weeks ago and it was the most positive experience possible. I also saw the midwives at Irving and Western and consistently saw tw...
Looking for a Midwife
Asked by V. from Chicago
on February 14, 2007
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Hi Ladies.
I am looking for a new midwife. I used Jennifer Carney CNM with my first baby. She has since gone on to Law school and is no longer practicing. :( The ...
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- Hi V., I used the midwives at Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group and delivered at prentice. I LOVED them, especially Amy Willett's, Jennifer Lynch(she delivere...
- We used West Suburban Midwives in Oak Park for both of ours and they were great. They accept most insurance policies and deliver at West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park.
- we loved loved loved the midwives at Northwestern. Carol Hirschfield is my primary caregiver now. They delivered my oldest son and supported me with the birth of my ...
What Do You Think of Northwestern's Midwife Practice?
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on June 7, 2007
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Hi,
I'm pregnant again and am trying to wade through the myriad choices of prenatal, delivery, and postnatal care here in Chicago. I delivered my first baby in Germa...
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- I delivered my first baby this past Thanksgiving Day (A 30 minute delivery, All natural) with Northwestern's midwife practice. I delivered with Amy Lynch (midwife...
- Hello M., Congratulations! I have a 22 month old who was delivered by a midwife at Northwestern Hospital in Evanston. I had a VERY positive experince. That midwife ...
- LOVE THEM! The midwives delivered my first and I really wanted them for my second pregnancy, but twins require more medical intervention, even for uncomplicated pregn...
Sorry!!! I Am Looking for a Good Midwife and Hospital to Deliver My Baby.
Asked by E.R. from Chicago
on August 6, 2007
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Hi Moms,
I should off been more specific on what I am looking for. I had a midwife for both my kids and I loved them. I also had natural labor for both my kids i...
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- I used the West Suburban Midwives in Oak Park on Lake Street. Hillary Kaiser delivered both of our children. We also had natural births at the birthing suites at Wes...
- I delivered naturally at Illinois Masonic and the midwives there were great. They offer birthing centers and I also worked with a doula.
- I used west suburban midwives as well and had an awesome experience...
Seeking 'Reviews' of Dr. Sodini
Asked by M.V. from Chicago
on July 22, 2009
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Hi, I'm currently a patient of Dr. Sodini and will be delivering at Illinois Masonic. I like her very much but am also considering going to a midwife at Masonic becaus...
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- I had both my kids with the midwives at Il Masonic. I highly recommend their practice. I used self-hypnosis instead of drugs for pain relief. The first time I was in t...
- Here is a link to some reviews on yelp for Dr. Sodini. Hopefully its the same doc. She has pretty good reviews. http://www.yelp.com/biz/ravenswood-ob-gyn-irma-sodin...
- I delivered at IMMC 10 years ago with a midwife and had a great experience. I am expecting again in the fall and was fortunate to be assigned the same midwife, Martha ...
Best Places to Give Birth: Chicago Area
Asked by K.L. from Chicago
on June 17, 2008
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My partner and I are planning a September birth at Illinois Masonic. We really like our OB so far (Silvia Bicalho) but I am starting to get nervous about childbirth ho...
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- If your doc is on board with your birth plan it will probably be fine. But ultimately, consider this: MOST women do not need an OB/GYN for their pregnancy and birth....
- Not sure about the other things you mentioned, but I have a friend who is a neonatal intensive care nurse at another hospital and she said that Masonic is the worst pl...
- I have a friend who's currently 20 weeks pregnant at Il. Masonic and her complaint is that she still hasn't gotten a 4-D ultrasound! I go to Lutheran General, and I g...
update:)Edit:Need A New Ob Cuz Mine Is a Liar! Can U Help?
Asked by H.D. from Chicago
on December 14, 2011
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My doctor was totally dishonest & now I feel stuck w/him. When I first starting seeing my midwife (who practices under a doctor) about12 weeks along he said the doctor...
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- Oh yikes, it doesn't sound like he is lying or being fraudulent. There are times when a vbac is possible, but many times a c-section is the safest way to go, so having...
- The midwives at west suburban are happy to support you in your choice to deliver vaginally, Call them and check out your insurance ; West suburban midwives assoc...
- The most important thing is to have a healthy baby. Nothing else matters as much. Not your method of delivery, not your recovery time. I hope you find a great doctor...
VBAC Friendly Provider for Drug-free Hospital Birth in Chicago
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on July 3, 2008
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Hi there,
I am looking for a VBAC-friendly provider in Chicago. Preferably midwife or family practitioner. I plan to have a drug free hospital birth with a doula. S...
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- Try 'A Woman's Place' http://www.awomansplacechicago.com/ Not sure if they support VBAC but it's worth a shot. We interviewed Jewel and Jennifer (midwives) whe...
- HI, 16 and 18 years ago I had two VBAC's at Northwestern Hospital through their midwife group. Carol Hirschfield is still there with the new group at 680 Lake Shore ...
- Hi S., I just had a fabulous completely drug-free VBAC at UIC Medical Center 2 weeks ago! I had also been going to West Sub, but had to transfer at 30 weeks. I inte...
Seeking Wholistic Doctor in Lincoln Square Area
Asked by D.H. from Chicago
on February 28, 2008
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Can anyone recommend a wholistic doctor in the Lincoln Square or Skokie/Evanston area? I never ever go to the doctor, but would like to form a relationship with one w...
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- Hi D.-I just moved here to IL a short time ago. I do not know where you are relative to the Evanston area. I have a wonderful GP who does both. I just had my fourth...
- D.- I would recommend Homefirst Health Services. We've been with them for the past year and LOVE the practice. There are three doctors in the practice-we met with ...
- I highly recommend Dr. Robert Minkus--if you're talking about a pediatrician. http://www.yelp.com/biz/minkus-robert-j-md-skokie Otherwise, I second the HomeFirst...
Dr. Sybul at Assoc. for Women's Healthcare
Asked by C. from Chicago
on March 22, 2006
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I was wondering if anyone had Dr. Sybul for there delivery. I have been going to him for my regular obgyn appointments and think he's fine (other than leaving me on h...
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- I would highly recommend my OB - Dr. Elizabeth Buscher of The Womens Practice. She and her partner, Merita Tan, are excellent. Their office is at 151 N. Huron, ###-###...
- Hi C., no matter what, you should feel comfortable with your ob/gyn. if you're not 100% sure i would definately switch. i have a female ob/gyn and absolutely don't wa...
- Reading your request really reminded me of my OBGYN. I just had my second son five months ago and had to use a new OB b/c the old practice (which I loved!) no longer a...
