Birthing center in Illinois

We're honored that more women deliver their babies at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital than at any other hospital in the Chicago suburbs. In fact, we have the second largest maternity program in Illinois. It’s with a wealth of experience, knowledge and compassion that we bring more than 4,000 babies into the world each year, including more than 150 multiples (twins, triplets or more).

Trust your delivery to us:

Family-centered approach: We keep mom and baby together, which promotes bonding and boosts parental confidence.
Breastfeeding support: Women at our birthing center are given the resources they need to be successful at breastfeeding.
Highest-level NICU: Our level III neonatal intensive care unit, the highest level of treatment available in Illinois, gives mothers peace of mind.
Personalized care: We offer access to a range of providers, including OB/GYNs and certified nurse midwives.

Schedule an appointment

OB/GYN or midwife appointment: Call 800-3-ADVOCATE, find an OB/GYN, or find a midwife online.

Birthing center tour: Register online for a virtual tour.

Experience the difference at our birthing center

Our birthing center is designed specifically for you and your family. In addition to advanced technology and a leading team, expectant mothers can look forward to private rooms for their labor, delivery and recovery care as well as secure, nurturing and comfortable surroundings.

Special features include:

Comforting, state-of-the art birthing environment in private rooms
Private rooms after delivery
Latest technology for maternal/newborn care
Comfortable family waiting area
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Lactation consultants
Infant security system
Halo sleep sacks for infants
Baby photos
Gift shop
Prenatal classes

Private suites:

Latest technology for pain management, fetal monitoring and maternal/newborn care
Telemetry monitoring to allow you to get up and move during labor process
Complete breakfast, lunch and dinner menu
Wi-Fi and video on demand
Labor-assisting devices such as birthing balls, peanut balls and squat bars
Pull-out couch so your support person can stay overnight

Surgical suites:

Cesarean births, as well as some high-risk vaginal births, take place in one of our advanced surgical suites. One support person may be present as long as you are awake for the delivery.

Comprehensive services

We offer the services you or baby might need, from breastfeeding support to infertility treatment to the highest level of neonatal intensive care available in Illinois.

Breastfeeding support

Before delivery: We offer prenatal breastfeeding classes on a regular basis to help you prepare. Register for one online today.

During your stay: Our international board-certified lactation consultants are available to meet with you to help you get started or to answer any questions you may have. They also can address any complex issues that may arise.

After birth: Lactation outpatient visits are available to you after you leave the hospital following your delivery. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 847-723-6455.

High-risk pregnancy care

Pregnancy can be risky for some women. Lutheran General Hospital ensures that at-risk expectant mothers and their infants are given exceptional support starting from conception through delivery and beyond. Our experts specialize in a full range of issues, from general high-risk pregnancy to caring for pregnant women using narcotics and twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome.

Our expert care includes:

State-designated level III neonatal intensive care unit, the highest level available in Illinois
High-risk pregnancy experts, known as maternal-fetal medicine specialists
Skilled labor and delivery team providing leading-edge care
Access to our nationally recognized Center for Fetal Care at Advocate Children's Hospital, the first program of its kind in Illinois.

Highest-level NICU

Advocate Children's Hospital is located on the campus of Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. With access to its level III neonatal intensive care unit, you'll have peace of mind knowing we have the advanced resources necessary to care for your newborn.

Infertility care

Dealing with infertility can be difficult, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our reproductive endocrinologists can guide you with compassion and expertise and help you overcome this challenge in your journey to motherhood. Talk to your OB/GYN or midwife about next steps if you’ve been trying to get pregnant for more than a year.

Our experts can assist with:

Infertility
Reproductive genetics
Sensitive adoption care
Surrogacy support and treatment for surrogate patients and biological parents

Classes & resources

Our wide range of classes and resources can be helpful to you and the whole family.

Register for a class

Select a class below to learn more and register online. Some classes fill up quickly, so we recommend you register when you're around 20 weeks pregnant. If you prefer, you can view a full list of classes and their descriptions.

Prenatal genetic counseling

Prenatal genetic counseling can help you learn whether your baby is facing an increased chance of genetic issues or birth defects so that you can take appropriate next steps. Learn more about prenatal genetic counseling at Advocate Health Care.