Fussy Baby Network^® - Infant Specialists Supporting Struggling Families

Phone Support and Consultation for Parents

We call our phone support a “warmline”, not a hotline, because that’s what our infant specialists are: warm, caring, and knowledgeable.

We work to provide the best, research-supported information to parents in a compassionate and sensitive way.

We offer all of our services in English and Spanish, and we will answer the phone Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will return after-hours calls the next business day.

Call (888) 431-BABY (2229)

At Home Visit with an Infant Specialist

Sometimes a phone call isn’t enough, especially when taking care of a baby is such a hands-on and overwhelming experience. In those cases, our infant specialist will come to you within a week of your call.

We’ll talk about your baby’s day, and how the baby sleeps and eats. We’ll discuss strategies to soothe and calm your fussy baby. And we’ll explore ways that you can enjoy your baby more.

Home visits are $40 and offered on a sliding scale — no family will be turned away for financial reasons.

To request a home visit in Cook County, call (888) 431-BABY (2229) or email us at [email protected].

Parent Groups Online or in Your Community

We travel to hospitals and community centers across the Chicago region, helping caregivers learn how to cope with and soothe fussy babies. More than anything else, these group sessions help families realize they are not alone.

To learn more about our philosophy for supporting families, go to our Facilitating Attuned Interactions (FAN) page.

If you’re interested in hosting a parent support group or Fussy Baby class, contact Linda Horwitz at [email protected] or (312) 566-4466