Local Info and Resources
Resources within the Chicago area with an emphasis on Black carrying parents.
Mile Square Health Center
This health center serves the marginalized population of Chicago's Southside with a specific focus on improving maternal care and family planning for Black parents. They have a healthy balance of traditional western medicine and holistic prenatal and postnatal care. They also support their community by offering medical referrals and health education events for underserved parents.
Chicago Birthworks Collective
Also serving the Southside are the Black Doulas from the Chicago Birthworks Collective. This highly sought after foundation works with BIPOC families in prenatal, birth and postnatal care. They are also known for their flexible pricing so all parents have the opportunity to feel safe and cared for.
Navigating Cost
Uninsured parents have options for quality healthcare in Chicago with our safety net healthcare system. We have a number of sliding scale community clinics like Chicago Women's Health Center, Howard Brown Health Center, and federally qualified health centers (FQHC). Following the link below you will find a comprehensive list of 18 Safety Net Hospitals and an interactive FQHC locator.