Family Birth Center

Family Birth Center

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Your Birth Experience, Your Way

At the Family Birth Center, we offer a customized birth experience in the comfort and privacy of our nurturing environment. Our team of experts supports pregnant women and their partners and families with compassion and respect through pregnancy, childbirth, bonding, breastfeeding and healing.

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Why Choose the Family Birth Center

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Obstetrician/gynecologist Abbe Kordik, MD, speaks with a pregnant patient
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Customized Birth Experience

Our midwives and physicians offer a spectrum of childbirth options. We will discuss these options with you and support your preferences from the moment you arrive until the moment you take your newborn home.

Your Birth Experience, Your Way

Pregnancy & Childbirth Care

We offer specialized care for you and your baby at each stage of pregnancy and childbirth. Whether you're planning to conceive or are already expecting, our experienced team is here to support you all the way from preconception through pregnancy, labor, delivery, breastfeeding and postpartum care.

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Our Experts

Our team of obstetricians, certified nurse midwives, obstetric nurses, obstetric anesthesiologists, certified lactation consultants, pediatricians and other specialists will guide, care for and support you through pregnancy, childbirth and your earliest days with your newborn.

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Prenatal & Family Classes

We'll help you prepare for labor and delivery and learn to care for your newborn. The Family Birth Center offers classes — including several free classes and support groups — for new and expecting parents, siblings and grandparents.

Classes for New & Expectant Parents & Families

Baby-Friendly Designation

Baby-Friendly USA acknowledges our commitment to providing care based on the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)-endorsed 10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.

Exceptional Care for Breastfeeding Moms & Babies

Our Locations

Our Hyde Park and Harvey birth centers feature private suites and other amenities to enhance your experience, from prenatal care through childbirth and recovery. We also offer prenatal care in South Loop and Orland Park, as well as maternal-fetal medicine in Orland Park and Schererville.

Video Visits and Online Scheduling

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Schedule an OB/GYN Video Visit

For your convenience and safety, we offer secure and easy virtual visits for many of your gynecologic and obstetric needs. Our care providers can assess your symptoms, make a diagnosis, recommend treatment and send prescriptions to your pharmacy.
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Download the MyChart App

Download the MyChart app for Apple or Android devices to access your health records, communicate with your providers and schedule an appointment.

Comprehensive High-Risk Pregnancy & Neonatal Care

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Distinguished Expertise in Maternal-Fetal Care

Our experts specialize in diagnosing and managing health conditions that place expectant mothers at elevated risk for potential complications during pregnancy and birth.
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Coordinated Care for Complex Fetal Conditions

Our Fetal and Neonatal Care Center provides personalized prenatal consultations and the highest level of specialized care for babies facing critical health challenges.
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Streamlined Transitions to Exceptional NICU Care

Our unique location in Comer Children's Hospital offers convenient NICU access for infants who need advanced medical care at birth.

Virtual Tour: Family Birth Center - Hyde Park

Equipped with private delivery suites, two large natural birthing suites and state-of-the-art operating rooms, the Family Birth Center was designed to optimize your comfort, safety and options as you welcome your newest loved one.

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