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Below you will find numerous categories dedicated to helping mothers of newborns get the support and services they need. From diapers to registry must-haves – we’ve got you covered. We also understand finding newborn childcare can be difficult. Check out our Day Care Directory to help you with this process. Furthermore, take a look at our Support Groups & Resources Directory under Infant Care for financial assistance, nutrition, development, education, and more.
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- Breast Feeding
- Counselors, Psychologists, & Therapists
- Diaper Programs
- Formula Feeding
- Mommy & Me Groups
- Pediatrician
- Photography
- New Mother & Newborn Care Education
- Newborn Safety
- Registry Must-Haves
- Stores
BBbabies Lactation Consultants and Postpartum Doula Services and Education
Address: Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Algonquin
Phone: (847) 987-8079
Website: https://bbbabies.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BBbabiesLC
Instagram: N/A
Callisto Lactation
Address: Ringwood
Phone: (815) 427-1133
Website: https://www.callistolactation.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551514175042
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callistolactation/
MomMe Wellness LLC – Lactation Consultant
Address: services Algonquin & Huntley in McHenry County
Phone: (815) 893-0411
Website: https://mommewellness.com/
Facebook: N/A
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommewellness/
Mommy Knows Best
Address: online/Woodstock
Phone: (800) 323-2510
Website: https://mommyknowsbest.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themommyknowsbest
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommyknowsbest/
Northwestern Medicine Hospital Huntley
Address: 10400 Haligus Road, Huntley, IL 60142
Phone: (224) 654-0360
Website: https://www.nm.org/locations/lactation-clinic-huntley
According to a national survey from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, about 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression after having a baby (National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, n.d.). You are not alone! If you need a counselor, psychologist, or therapist, check out our directory here.
We understand that it can be tough to get out of the house with a newborn. Thankfully, there are virtual sessions available, such as those offered by Maitri Therapy Services, which specializes in maternal mental health and the transition into parenthood.
Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois
Address: 4138 W Orleans St, McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: (815) 385-5437
Website: https://www.keepingfamiliescovered.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepingfamiliescovered
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingfamiliescovered/
CDC – Infant Formula Feeding
Address: online resource
Phone: N/A
Website: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/formula-feeding/index.html
Facebook: N/A
Instagram: N/A
Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois
Address: 4138 W Orleans St, McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: (815) 385-5437
Website: https://www.keepingfamiliescovered.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepingfamiliescovered
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingfamiliescovered/
McHenry County Health Department (WIC-Women, Infants, Children)
Address: 2200 N Seminary Ave, Bldg. A, Woodstock, IL 60098/ 100 N Virginia St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: (815) 334-4505/(815) 334-1498
Website: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30513
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/www.dhs.state.il.us
Instagram: N/A
Kid Connections
Address: 11021 Woodstock Street Huntley, IL 60142
Email: britt.woodruff@kid-connections.net
Website: https://kid-connections.net/mommy-%26-me-groups
Lakeview Counseling
Address: 9 Crystal Lake Road, Suite 140, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
Email: contact@lakeviewcounselingservices.com
Website: https://www.lakeviewcounselingservices.com/general-8
We gathered a list of Pediatricians in the area. Take a look here.
Looking for newborn, maternity, or family photographers? Check out our Photography Directory Here.
1st Way Life Center
Address: 3714 Fairview Ave., Johnsburg, IL 60051
Phone: (815) 385-2999
Website: https://www.1stwaymchenry.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1stWayPRC
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1stwaylifecenter/
Children & Teens Medical Center
Address: Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Online
Phone: N/A
Website: https://childrenandteens.com/resources
Facebook: N/A
Instagram: N/A
Northwestern Medicine Hospital Huntley
Address: 10400 Haligus Road, Huntley, IL 60142
Phone: (224) 654-0360
Website: https://classes.nm.org/wlp2/classes/search//1/$Type=EPH
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwesternmedicine
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwesternmedicine
Options & Advocacy for McHenry County
Address: 365 Millennium Drive, Suite A, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: (815) 477-4720
Website:
- https://www.optionsandadvocacy.org/cfc
- https://www.optionsandadvocacy.org/hug
- https://www.optionsandadvocacy.org/ecn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optionsandadvocacy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optionsandadvocacy/
The Bump
Address: Online
Phone: N/A
Website: https://www.thebump.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBump
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheBump
Carseat Safety Check locator
Address: various
Phone: 217-524-0999
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IllinoisDepartmentofTransportation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idotimages
CPR & First Aid Class locator:
Address: various
Phone: (800) 733-2767
Website: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/lp/cpr-first-aid-aed-certification-new-hero
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRedCrossTrainingServices/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanredcross/
Poison Control Information
Address: Online
Phone: (800) 222-1222
Website: https://www.poison.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/poisoncontrol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poison.control/
Building a baby registry can feel like an overwhelming task. What are the baby registry must-haves, and what things might seem great but not actually be all that useful? We’re here to help! The items below are some of our favorites.
You most certainly don’t need everything on this list, nor do you need to have every single thing you want to use for your baby before your baby arrives. We hope this is a helpful guide to narrow down your list as you build your baby registry.
On The Go
Bedtime
Feeding
Bath Time
Healthcare
For Moms
Items We Personally Don’t Think You Need:
- Wipes Warmer (Why get them used to warm wipes? It’ll be a pain when you are away from home)
- Baby Food Maker
- Shoes for Tiny Babies (They are not even walking. Let their little toes breathe, have room to grow, and be comfy.)
- Baby Bath Robes (It’s cute and all but you will probably never use it.)
- Changing Table (You can get a changing pad to go on top of a dresser. This way you can continue to use the dresser as they grow and not worry about having to switch out furniture.)
Carter’s
Address: 2124 S Randall Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: (224) 428-0011
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carters
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carters/
KIDDY KORNER Children’s Resale
Address: 3716 W Elm St, McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: (815) 578-9185
Website: https://kiddykornerchildrensresale.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiddykornerthriftstores/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Kiddykornermchenry
Latched Mama
Website: https://latchedmama.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latchedmama
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latchedmama
Marvin’s Toy Store
Address: 64 A N Williams St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Phone: (779) 220-4179
Website: https://www.marvinstoystore.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marvinstoystore
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinstoystore
My Little Bow Peeps Shop
Address: 102 Cass St, Woodstock, IL 60098
Phone: (815) 308-5417
Website: https://www.mylittlebowpeepsshop.com/