Patrycja Ptak

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Lactation Consultant
Chicago, Illinois
20 years of experience
5.0
About me

Patrycja Ptak BSN,RNC-NIC, IBCLC I've been a nurse in a Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for nearly 20 years, and have supported breastfeeding in the NICU/Postpartum Units as an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) for 10 years. On my journey, I recognized early on the importance of empowering mothers with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate feeding related challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, West Suburban College of Nursing (2004)

Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Illinois at Chicago (2001)

Certification and training

IBCLC (2014)

RNC-NIC (2012)

Credentials
BSN-RN IBCLC
Specialties
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Infant Care Nipple and Breast Pain Premature Infants Prenatal Lactation Education
Languages

English, Polish

Accepted insurances
Anthem Blue Cross Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Multiplan PHCS
Service introduction

Each Visit is Completely Tailored to You and Your Needs What to Expect? Review of Your History and Birth Story Pre and Post Weight Breastfeeding Evaluation Latch & Positioning Assistance Pumping Evaluation Bottle-feeding assessment Together We Will Develop a Personalized Care Plan and Get All Your Questions Answered I am partnered through The Lactation Network (TLN) for insurance coverage, but also offer cash pay options ​

Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0

Wow. I wish I could give more than five stars for Trish! Having her by my side for my first child was like having a sister who knew absolutely everything to help both me and my baby. Our son was born a month early so Trish’s knowledge was SO beneficial as we navigated all the preterm challenges. My milk took a long time to come in and Trish was there every step of the way. It’s now three months later and I’m able to successfully breastfeed my (healthy and strong) baby, which was so important to me. Trish even stayed one day when I had mastitis and helped feed and put the baby to sleep so I could rest. We seriously could not have done this without her and cannot recommend her highly enough!

- Elizabeth H.

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