Crystal Antonace

With Us Since
2022
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Location
Dallas, Texas
School
College of Wooster, Loyola University
Expertise
Relationship-first parenting, Protecting individuality, Fostering independence
  • Crystal began to explore and write about parent-related topics with the birth of her first child in 2015. She has served as the leader of Attachment Parenting International's branch in Chicago, Illinois from 2015 through 2018.
  • She has also worked as both a birth and postpartum doula, supporting women through the transition into motherhood for nearly a decade.
  • Crystal also served as Co-Editor of Gossamer Arts, an online literary journal that highlighted poetry across many topics including life transitions, parenting, and motherhood.

Experience

Crystal has held relevant positions and written content in the parenting and motherhood space for 11 years. Her love for doula work and natural parenting grew when she had two of her children at home in 2017 and 2018. She believes in fostering intentional daily connection with her kids and has experience with both homeschooling and public education. In addition to her work at Mom.com, Crystal has also contributed to publications such as Chowhound, Food Republic, Mashed, and DailyMeal.

Education

Crystal holds a bachelor's degree in Communications with a focus on Journalism from the College of Wooster in Ohio.

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