Karissa is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), which is a member of the maternal-child healthcare team with specialized skills in breastfeeding care and lactation management. The IBCLC credential is the highest certification and the only internationally recognized credential in the field of lactation. Karissa has worked with thousands of Families and collaborates closely with their providers to create an effective and cohesive lactation plan. She also has extensive experience as a former Birth Doula and Lamaze Childbirth Educator. She has attended births and taught in birth center and hospital settings. To learn more about Karissa, please click here
"Karissa was a BLESSING to me after my son was born! We were having issues nursing & she was a huge help! She made me feel so comfortable & is the reason my son & I had such a great nursing relationship" -Rachel B
To learn more about what to expect during consultations, please scroll down to Anatomy of a Consult and FAQs
Our time together will be spent answering any questions or concerns that you may have related to lactation. After the consult, you will be sent a recap of the conversation, as well as a personalized suggested reading and research list. Up to 45 virtual/ 60 in person minutes per session.
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Our time together is spent identifying your goals and needs, assessing areas of concern, and crafting a comprehensive care plan together. Up to 60 virtual / 75 in person minutes per session + custom notes provided. Included follow up includes (1) 15 minute telehealth meeting and correspondence via our secure portal up to one week.
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We will focus our time on creating an effective, efficient and sustainable pumping practice. This is a good appointment choice for those who may be returning to work, have decided to exclusively pump, or are simply seeking additional knowledge about pumping. Up to 45 virtual/ 60 in person minutes per session+ custom notes provided
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These appointments are designed for follow up care with an existing client. Up to 30 minutes of consulting per session+ custom notes provided
These appointments are designed for follow up care with an existing client. Up to 60 minutes of consulting per session+ custom notes provided
Karissa has nearly two decades of perinatal care experience and has been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant for over a decade. She has worked and taught in university hospitals, birth centers, and within private OBGYN and Pediatric practices. She has supported over 5,000 dyads. Her approach is evidenced based and compassionate. She is a native English speaker. To learn more visit here.
Consultations may feel casual and relaxed, but they are comprehensive. When reserving a consultation, you will be sent an intake form. Karissa reviews this information prior to your consult so that she has a clear idea of your health and birth history. The time spent with you is dedicated to discussion, collaboration and hands on support.
So what do you need to have handy for the consult?
Payment is required to reserve a consultation. An invoice will be sent after the consult, which can be used to request reimbursement from your insurance provider. To learn more about Dutch insurance reimbursement, please click here.
In person consults often require travel and additional prep time, and usually last longer. These considerations are factored into the cost of the consult. There is no travel fee for consults within Delft. Additional travel fees are shared when booking an appointment. Karissa travels to towns including but not limited to: Delft, Den Haag, Den Hoorn, Nootdorp, Pijnaker, Rijswijk, Rotterdam and Zoetermeer.
Your well being is of the utmost importance. You are encouraged to contact Karissa directly if you have questions or concerns about your care with Second Nature Lactation.
Every IBCLC lactation consultant is legally required to be registered with an external dispute resolution body, where you as a client can submit your complaint.
The dispute resolution body is an independent institution. It primarily acts as a mediator. If this proves insufficient, further steps are also possible. The decision is binding. To learn more visit NVL or contact Klachtenportaal Zorg
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