Crystal Melody IBCLC, RLC, CHW is a type-A , high-strung Project Manager working in Human Services by day — in the rest of her life she is a writer and artist who examines parenthood with authenticity. She is a tattooed, flighty, potty-mouthed Sagittarius mother of 6 phenominal children navigating adolescence and early adulthood — the inspiration for her work and life.

Blending lived experience, research, and parenting philosophies her writing and art explore motherhood, intentional parenting, and navigating trauma inside a family. Known for her honest perspective and storytelling, she creates spaces where parents feel seen and less alone in the insanity of raising children while growing alongside them.

Through her platform, Unconventional Motherhood, she invites audiences into discussions about healing from trauma, building healthy connections within our families, and embracing the beautifully imperfect reality of parenting.

Crystal is a born-and-raised-Arizonan raising the next generation of humans to be grown on Sonoran soil. She loves gardening, fiber crafting, hugging trees, true crime, documentaries, and is obsessed with her 10-year-old Border Collie, Freya, and itty bitty black kitty named Trixie.