Second Nature Childbirth and Lactation

Convenience is important to a new family.  Karissa offers lactation support in our Apex NC office and virtual lactation consults to parents around the world. From cracked nipples and painful latches, to creating a pumping schedule and building your milk supply, Karissa will help you achieve your goals.

Empowering Through Education. 

Karissa has taught perinatal courses at birth centers, hospitals and OBGYN practices.  Her evidence based approach provides parents with comprehensive understanding of pregnancy, labor and birth, the postpartum period, and lactation. Her highly rated courses combine self paced online classwork with an option for virtual or in person instruction. 

Our extensive resource list is always growing. Included are reliable lists of NC Triangle parenting support groups, national childbirth and breastfeeding organizations, medication breastfeeding compatibility sites,  informative  how to chest and breastfeeding videos, and perinatal educational materials... and so much more!

Our blog offers readers empowering information with a little levity along the way. Topics covered include everything from what to pack for labor and effective birthing positions, to achieving a comfortable latch and building your milk supply.  You will also see featured interviews with experts and lots of other interesting anecdotes.