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Chicago Family Picnic

5 ★★★★★ 262 Google reviews · Birth center · Education center

Freestanding birth center Midwife-led Lactation SupportChildbirth ClassesDoula-FriendlyPrenatal Care lactation helpchildbirth classesdoula-friendly

Contact

5306 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

(872) 204-5787

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Hours

Monday 9 AM – 3 PM
Tuesday 9 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday 9 AM – 3 PM
Thursday 9 AM – 3 PM
Friday 9 AM – 3 PM
Saturday
Sunday

Where to find Chicago Family Picnic

What this center offers

Services and options at Chicago Family Picnic that families mention in their own reviews. Offerings change and eligibility depends on your situation — confirm anything that matters to your birth plan directly with the facility and your provider.

🍼 Lactation Support 4 mentions

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📚 Childbirth Classes 3 mentions

“My partner and I took childbirth classes with Leila and felt so prepared going into labor!”

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🤝 Doula-Friendly 4 mentions

“My wife and I took multiple classes with Family Picnic, and we also used one of their doulas (Leila, who was amazing), and we couldn't recommend them highly enough.”

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What parents say again and again

The things reviewers keep coming back to across 262 Google reviews — with their own words as the evidence.

🍼 lactation help 4 mentions
📚 childbirth classes 21 mentions

“My wife and I took multiple classes with Family Picnic, and we also used one of their doulas (Leila, who was amazing), and we couldn't recommend them highly enough.”

🤝 doula-friendly 4 mentions

“My wife and I took multiple classes with Family Picnic, and we also used one of their doulas (Leila, who was amazing), and we couldn't recommend them highly enough.”

What parents say

Family Picnic is a great place. I took a birthing class there which was helpful and inclusive. It focused on evidence based techniques including stretches. I also joined a mom and baby group there after the birth of my child and found my people.

★★★★★ — Amy, 2025-03

Loved our childbirth weekend intensive with Leila. Very informative and empowering. Leila also ended up being our day-of doula and was wonderful at taking care of us and keeping the energy light and positive. Had such positive experiences with Chicago picnic that we plan to do the mommy and baby group in January!

★★★★★ — Qiu, 2025-12

My Husband and I attended a 5-week parenting class at Family Picnic. It was highly educational, a wonderful, welcoming environment, and the instructor, Rebecca Brown, was both knowledgeable and approachable.

★★★★★ — Dannielle, 2024-03

We enjoyed our experience at Family Picnic with Rebecca! We learned so much about the birthing process and as first time parents it made us feel much for confident going into our final months of pregnancy.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, 2025-11

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago Family Picnic a freestanding birth center or a hospital unit?
Chicago Family Picnic is a freestanding birth center — a facility separate from a hospital. Freestanding birth centers typically serve low-risk pregnancies and have a hospital-transfer plan in place; ask Chicago Family Picnic about theirs, and confirm with your provider that a birth-center birth fits your situation.
Does Chicago Family Picnic offer water birth?
Water birth isn't mentioned in the public information we have for Chicago Family Picnic. If a birthing tub matters to you, ask the facility directly — options change, and our data may not capture everything they offer.
Does Chicago Family Picnic accept insurance or Medicaid?
We couldn't confirm insurance details from public information. Ask the facility which plans they accept, and check with your insurer about coverage for the type of birth care you're planning.
How do I get in touch or see the facility?
Call (872) 204-5787 or use the website link above. Most birth centers and hospital maternity units offer tours — it's the best way to get your questions answered before you decide.

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