Welcome, Former Swedish & West Suburban Midwifery Patients
Looking for midwife-led gynecology and menopause care?
You've found your new home.
Hi! We are Margaret and Kiyomi, two certified nurse-midwives offering unhurried menopause and gynecological care on Chicago’s north side.
We know what you've lost—the midwives who truly listened, who took time with you, who treated you as a whole person, not just a condition. At Attune Menopause Care, we're certified nurse-midwives carrying forward that same philosophy of care.
We Understand What Midwife Care Meant to You
Maybe you had your babies with the midwives at Swedish Hospital or West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park. You continued seeing them for your annual exams, birth control, and gynecological care because you trusted them. Then everything changed.
You Valued Being Heard
Your midwives didn't rush you. They asked questions, listened to your answers, and remembered your concerns from visit to visit. That level of attention is rare—and it matters.
You’re Not Looking to Start Over
Finding a new provider shouldn't mean educating someone new about what midwife care is. You want to walk into an office where they already understand your values and your expectations.
You Trusted Their Approach
Midwives see health, not just illness. They support your body's natural processes, intervene only when needed, and partner with you in decisions. This evidence-based, patient-centered care produced better outcomes.
The Midwifery Philosophy Continues at Attune
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Time and Attention
Our appointments are longer than typical medical visits because we believe in spending time with you. We review your health history before you arrive, so we can use our time together focusing on your current concerns, not filling out forms.
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Evidence-Based, Individualized Care
As certified nurse-midwives, we stay current with the latest research and clinical guidelines. But we also recognize that you're not a textbook case—your care should reflect your unique health history, values, and goals.
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The Whole Person, Not Just Symptoms
Midwifery training emphasizes physical, emotional, and social factors in health. When you're struggling with perimenopause symptoms or navigating a health decision, we consider how it affects every aspect of your life.
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Partnership in Your Care
We discuss treatment options—including risks, benefits, and alternatives—so you can make informed decisions that feel right for you. Your body, your choice, our support.
Midwife-Led Care for Your Current Stage of Life
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Menopause & Perimenopause
Hot flashes & night sweats
Sleep issues
Brain fog & trouble concentrating
Mood changes, anxiety, depression
Weight & body composition changes
Irregular or heavy bleeding
PMS / PMDD management
Joint pain & bone loss concerns
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Sexual & Vaginal Health
Vaginal dryness
Painful intercourse
Low libido (including testosterone therapy)
Vaginal infections
Urinary tract infections
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Routine Gynecological Care
Annual well-woman exams
Pap smears & cervical cancer screening
Breast exams & mammogram orders
Contraception (prescription contraception and counseling)
Preventive care recommendations
Menopause & Perimenopause Treatment Approaches
Hormone therapy (bioidentical options)
Non-hormonal medications
Birth control for contraception or symptom management
Testosterone therapy for low libido
Lifestyle & nutrition guidance
Evidence-based, personalized plans
What we don't provide: We don't offer prenatal care, delivery services, IUD insertion, or Nexplanon insertion or removal. Our focus is on gynecological health and the menopause transition.
Meet Our Menopause Midwives
Margaret and Kiyomi are both certified nurse-midwives (CNM) and Menopause Society Certified Practitioners (MSCP). They specialize in midlife health and bring the same midwifery values you've come to expect.
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Margaret Ladner, CNM, MSCP
she/her
OWNER & MIDWIFE
Margaret founded Attune after eight years of providing full-spectrum midwifery care at busy Chicago health centers including Erie Family Health, Alivio, and UIC. She realized she wanted to offer the time and attention every client deserves—especially during the complex changes of midlife. Her background includes a Master's in Nurse-Midwifery from UIC and a decade in international human rights work.
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Kiyomi Kimble, CNM, MSCP
she/her
MIDWIFE
Kiyomi brings over 15 years of healthcare experience and transitioned from full-scope midwifery to focus on menopause and perimenopause—a time she sees as full of potential for enrichment and empowerment. She's dedicated to being your partner and collaborator, with the goal of leaving you feeling seen, heard, and good in your body.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Convenient Chicago Location
We're located in Wicker Park, easily accessible from Lincoln Square, Oak Park, and throughout Chicago's North and West sides.
We offer both in-person visits in Wicker Park and telehealth appointments throughout Illinois.
1564 N Damen Ave, Suite 207
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone
(872) 253-4891
Email
office@attunemenopausecare.com
Payment options:
We are in-network with BlueCross BlueShield PPO, UnitedHealthcare*, and Aetna.
We offer self-pay options.
*excluding UnitedHealthcare Core plan
Ready to Continue Your Midwife Care Journey?
You don't have to settle for rushed appointments or providers who don't understand the midwifery approach to care. Schedule your first visit with Margaret or Kiyomi today.
