Crystal Cooper is a lactation consultant (IBCLC) and medical anthropologist based in Chicago.

Crystal did lactation research in Hawai’i and developed methodologies that have helped families effectively navigate infant feeding. She comes to your Chicago home to provide lactation consultations. She also teaches medical professionals, doulas, and the public; provides professional mentorship, and more.

  • Tara H.

    “Crystal is amazing! I tried two other lactation consultants and still could not figure out why my daughter wasn't latching properly. Crystal figured it out in less than an hour. AND she actually provided useful suggestions catered to my situation. …For the first time since my daughter was born, something someone said made sense. She was also very knowledgeable about baby stuff in general and made my family feel comfortable. I'll be recommending her to our pediatrician to add to his referral list.”

  • Allison C.

    “Crystal is the only lactation consultant out there imo. I’d cycled through a few and no one had the knowledge she does, and no one took the time to ensure my issues were being solved. Many talk at you, but Crystal comes to your home, and truly takes an anthropologist approach. If it wasn’t for her, I wouldn’t have been breastfeeding like I yearned to do. It took some serious support, a plan, time and dedication to get my supply up, baby latched, and in proper positioning. Crystal put a lot of time into us and I couldn’t be more grateful. Breastfeeding has been one of the more incredible experiences as a mom and to think I wanted to quit every day breaks my heart. I can’t recommend her enough. I reco her to my friends and family and it’s only right I share this testimony publicly. She is everything you’d dream of in getting real support in your early postpartum days. Shes an angel.”

  • Casey D.

    “We were fortunate enough to work with Crystal postpartum on everything from pumping to breastfeeding to managing clogged ducts and she was wonderful every step of the way! She’s incredibly knowledgeable, kind, supportive and encouraging of whatever feeding journey you’re on and we found that very comforting during such an emotional time. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for support after birth.”

  • M.H.

    “Crystal, Iʻm so grateful to you. I wouldnʻt have kept breastfeeding without your help. I tear up when I think of you and how much you helped us.”

  • Carol H.

    “Crystal is awesome. She answered every question I had. Made me feel really good after a horrible breastfeeding night. I would use her again in a heartbeat.”

  • Keala K.

    “Crystal is very knowledgable and supportive! I was having a hard time producing enough milk for my baby and she gave me great ideas and techniques which helped with nursing and increasing my milk supply! She was very professional and followed up with phone calls to ensure my success with nursing!”

  • Catalina

    “We were randomly matched with Crystal through The Lactation Network, and at the time we had no idea how lucky we were. Before labor, we spent time talking through what those first days with our baby might look like, including breastfeeding techniques, positioning, and what to expect. She is incredibly knowledgeable and made us feel much more prepared.

    Our son was born with a tongue tie, which made breastfeeding more challenging because he struggled to latch properly and it was painful for me. Continued….

  • Catalina continued...

    Crystal created a thoughtful plan to help me recover from those early difficult days and work toward successful breastfeeding. Her guidance was practical, reassuring, and tailored to what we were going through.

    Beyond breastfeeding, she is also very knowledgeable about baby sleep and soothing techniques. Her tips and support have truly helped us regain some sanity during those overwhelming first weeks. Every new mom needs a Crystal in their life.”