I emailed Alison to schedule an individual counseling meeting and she left a message to call her…read moreback between a certain window. When I called her back within her requested time frame, she never picked up. I left a message asking her to call me back and she never did. Maybe she is just too busy because it seems like the GRASP group is doing a pretty good job of marketing and getting their name out there. But if she doesn't have time to call back potential clients, real moms who are looking for support, maybe the group should hire a receptionist or personal assistant who can help them with scheduling and possibly grow their business or bring on another counselor. I think this group has found a niche market and if they can't handle the demand, they should expand or refer to others. Not returning phone calls is a bit unprofessional, not to mention discouraging.

I participated in the fall 2013 new mom's group. It was a fabulous experience for me and my newborn…read moreson. I enjoyed the structure of the group- Alison & Sara prepared a meaningful syllabus that addressed important topics for Mom & Baby. The topics also sparked great conversation amongst the Moms. I really liked that the group addressed Mom's health & relationships in addition to topics for the baby. I also learned a great deal about baby's development and how to play and engage with a newborn. I recommend this group to new Moms who are looking for education, support and networking.

It costs $20 for an hour to pet bunnies! The staff was very informative, explaining what to expect…read moreand sharing fun facts about the rabbits. There are three crates, and you rotate between them every 20 minutes. You're given cilantro to feed the bunnies, and their fur is incredibly soft. You do have to handle them gently, but all of them were so sweet.

My husband is an animal lover so I surprised him and my kids with a visit to Cuddle Bunny. It was a…read moresoothing, quiet hour of bunny love. So therapeutic. All of the bunnies are very loving. They were comfortable around us and they were curious to get to know new friends. They seemed to be taken care of and loved VERY WELL!! Some were free to explore while others were in their enclosures. The enclosures have info cards of the bunnies you were visiting with. It was cool to learn facts about each bunny. The space is very clean, has a serene vibe and it will take away any stress. We were welcomed warmly and given instructions. We wash our hands first and throughout the hour we rotate so each group has a chance to visit every enclosure and spend time with all of the bunnies. The gift shop is full of bunny things, very cute. I recommend Cuddle Bunny. It was a new experience for us and we're definitely going back. 5 stars.

I've gone to Carol for coaching for a couple of years, and she is not only easy to talk to, but…read moreknowledgable and creative in her exercises for me. She has definitely made a difference in how I view my life, and supplied me with coping strategies on a variety of topics. Plus, she's a fun lady and I have gone to her non-profit's Free Hug Days on Michigan Avenue, the ones sponsored by Positive Focus and had a great time (but that's not part of her coaching).

Carol is an inspiration! A true uplifter in times of fear and uncertainty. I truly feel this way…read morethrough working with her over the past 5+years. I've learned from Carol as she led monthly Tuesday Teachings via Positive Focus, one on one coaching and now through our mastermind group. She always has an idea or insight into whatever it is you are being challenged with. Carol always offers you another way of looking at a situation and somehow has this magical way of finding the positive in all perceived negative situations. She has supported me through it all - from moving across country, to changing relationships and leaving jobs - always there and always reminding me to see the good, positive outcomes every step of the way. Carol is your biggest cheerleader and will encourages you to celebrate your accomplishments (small or big) every step of the way. As she always says, she's here to heighten celebrations and lessen sorrows and she does that in a big way. I highly recommend working with Carol. I know that you will benefit greatly in working with a true positivity coach/leader and change agent.

Carrie was phenomenal! Let's just say that when lice strike, it means war! My kiddo is…read moreneurodivergent, and her hair is one of her biggest sensory challenges. And man does the girl have hair. I mean thick and down to her arse. I was very nervous about it all. Carrie was wonderful w my kiddo, patient, kind and is now our Bug Super Hero. I also learned so much about how to efficiently and effectively manage the evils into the future. I shared this company and Carrie's contact info w the school as a result. To note: I went to the Wheaton location but wanted to post here for all the city mamas.

I can't attest specifically to the in-office treatment provided by Nit Free Noggins, but still felt…read morecompelled to write a review. I was calling around to explore treatment options for my daughter and came across this page. Early into the conversation I learned that the location of the office would be too far for us to travel to. Nevertheless the woman I spoke with over the phone spent almost 20 minutes with me asking questions about our situation and offering some advice to help us work through it. Anyone who offers their time and expertise despite knowing they won't be selling their product or service to someone clearly cares and wants to help. Really appreciated the insights, suggestions, and moral support I got over the phone. Wish you guys were closer to where we live!!

When I was on the Bowmanville Garden Walk last year, before I even got pregnant, I noticed Family…read morePicnic in the neighborhood as I was walking around. I made note of it in hopes that I'd successfully achieve a pregnancy and might check out the programs here, and once I was pregnant signed up for their mailing list. They offer a variety of services from doula and lactation support, childbirth and early childhood classes, to various parent & baby groups. I was here because I attended a music program for babies that was held here and hosted by a partner organization. The space is really lovely and welcoming to parents and children; there are gathering spaces, chairs, pillows, and whatnot. You'll need to take your shoes off when you enter so don't wear lace up thigh high boots! There are great east facing windows that let in enough light that I think when I was here we didn't even have the lights on. I'd like to attend a group that they have here (and as of September 2023 they have a check-in offer for just that, so I hope to use it soon!). The other two parent/baby groups at the music class we went to have been in attendance here because they knew one another, and it would be great to have a community closer to my neighborhood. Parking is ample--it's not a permit zone on Damen itself, though I'm not sure about the side streets. I'd encourage any new parent to see what they have to offer.

My husband and I recently took the 5 week labor class, a breastfeeding class, and a new parent…read moreclass, and it was a wonderful experience all around. The owners/class facilitators are so welcoming and kind, and we learned so much as soon to be first time parents. I really liked the small group feel and that there was no judgment, they really encourage everyone to make choices that work best for them and their baby. It is also very affordable compared to some other classes I looked at. I would highly recommend all of the classes, especially the 5 week series, to any new parents in Chicagoland that want to understand the labor and delivery process better and learn about all the potential choices you'll be making together,

Have been seeing Emily for years now for at least annual appointments. She takes ample time to get…read moreto roots of challenges - sits down with me for an hour which is unheard of for physicians- and gives a full range of information to empower and guide my choices as a consumer. Not to mention she authentically walks the walk. When I had an insurance mixup and mistakingly visited without any insurance, the office billed me with a fair flat out of pocket rate for the careful time spent with me. As someone passionate about research and health and wellness, she restored my faith in the medical realm and has been a consistent ally along my health and healing journey.

I have been going to see Dr. Emily Lindner for about a year now. She was referred to me by family…read more Dr. Lindner is the by far the ABSOLUTE BEST doctor I have gone to see. Her office is cozy and calming, without the buzz of a reception desk. Cady, Dr. Lindner's therapy dog frequents the office, she is the sweetest. The one-on-one attention is wonderful and unmatched. From the time I sit down in her office I feel like she is engaged in everything I say and really hears me. She is thoughtful and kind. Dr. Lindner's education shines through when offering suggestions to my various issues. She is very insightful. When I leave her office I feel more educated about myself, and my issue(s). I leave with a plan to go forward. I can not say enough about Dr. Lindner and recommend her to everyone.

Workers and owner are rude and unprofessional. Will not provide details on the care of my child…read moreafter repeated requests. Lack of ethical behavior has been experienced on several occasions that goes against rules and requirements. Based on this, I would recommend not bringing your child here.

My daughter has received physical and speech therapy from Playworks since she was a baby, and the…read moreexperience has been wonderful. Camryn and Bridgett have gone above and beyond in helping Emma reach her developmental goals. They create a safe, supportive environment where my daughter feels truly heard and understood. Their professionalism, compassion, and dedication to children's needs really stand out. I am deeply grateful for the progress Emma has made under their care, and I would highly recommend Camryn, Bridgett, and the Playworks team to any family looking for therapists who genuinely care about their clients.

Dr Tom is so kind and frilly cares about his patients both kids and adults !! He's actually very…read moreaffordable as well unlike so many other practitioners !! Being a single mom this helps soooo much ! My daughter doesn't wet the bed anymore and I feel So much better as well !

I've been seeing Dr. Tom for six months now and he's consistently kept me out of pain! The…read moretechnique is so relaxing and noninvasive, I really look forward to going. I also love watching children hop up on the table to be adjusted showing how comfortable they are with him. The flexible membership program really works for me. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in pain.

We decided to go the home birth route after researching our options in the early months of…read morepregnancy. Our Midwife gave us a few choices, Sam was one of them, which we interviewed and ultimately chose Sam. The main reason was she was so down to earth that I knew she could get along with my fiesty husband and take charge at the same time if something was to go wrong. We also liked the fact that she could still come along with us if we had to go to the hospital to give birth. We were impressed and comforted by her great amount of expertise which we learned from taking one of her child birth classes. The day of the birth we called Sam at 2 am and she comforted our anxiety and asked us questions that would help her understand how far we were. As the labor progressed she came over and gave me little exercises like going up and down the stairs and swaying my hips to help move the baby around. She was the one who passed along the info to our midwife of how far along I was. My midwife came over and 30 minutes later we gave birth to our son. Sam was there adjusting my pillow, helping me drink water, and encouraging me while I pushed. After the birth, she checked on us frequently and gave us tidbit of info to help that we still use today. I would recommend Sam to anyone whether home birth or hospital birth to have by your side. We will use her again in the future and wouldn't think to go elsewhere!

We hired Samantha as our doula for the birth of our first-born, who arrived this past February. I…read morecan honestly say that had it not been for Samantha...despite my best intentions...I would not have had a natural childbirth. Although my labor was relatively short for a first-born, it was very intense and happened somewhat suddenly. Within an hour of me calling her to let her know I needed her, she was at my home and helping me work my way through it. The biggest challenge for me was fear, and she had a number of different techniques to keep me focused and relatively composed. Also, she incorporated my fiance into everything as well. It was such an amazing experience for him as well. By time we reached the hospital, I was fully dilated and our son was born just two hours later. Without Samantha, I would have given up and gone to the hospital much sooner and probably given in to getting an epidural. In case you have any doubt about whether you should go natural or not, within 15 minutes of giving birth I was up and walking around. My recovery time was quite short, which allowed me precious additional time to get to know my baby and adjust to my new life as a mommy. She was wonderful from start to finish, and I couldn't be happier with how things turned out. Thank you, Samantha!