Katie's Crib

“The Handmaid's Tale” star Yvonne Strahovski joins Katie Lowes to chat about the pregnancies and labors of her two boys, work-life balance, and her thoughts on Roe v. Wade. 

Yvonne describes the moments when she found out she was pregnant, and how her first labor was different from her first. She also went into detail about how the transition was for her to go from having one child to two, and how she was able to juggle responsibilities while filming on set.

Plus, speaking of “The Handmaid's Tale,” what was Yvonne’s reaction when she heard about Roe v. Wade? Listen in for the answer.

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Happy National Breastfeeding Month! To celebrate, Katie invites Alison Eakle (Shondaland’s Chief Content Officer of TV and Film) and Emily Rodgers (former corporate attorney turned stay-at-home mom) to chat about their experiences of surviving post-weaning depression.

The mothers discuss when they noticed that they weren't feeling like their usual selves, and some ways they tried to minimize depression around weaning. They also provide advice to fellow moms who may be suspecting they are also going through similar circumstances. 

Plus, what are some additional things that this week’s awesome ladies have learned through post-weaning depression that no one told them about? Tune in for details!

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This week, Katie's Crib is back - with another two-part episode! Tune in as we talk about nannies for older children: infants, toddlers, and up.

In the first half of the episode, Katie talks with a nanny agency expert. Ryan Jordan is the founder and CEO of Educated Nannies. Educated Nannies is an agency that uses a personalized process to place elite nannies in homes within the Los Angeles area. Ryan discusses how to find and hire the right nanny for your older child.

After Ryan, Katie switches things up by bringing on a current nanny in the business. Nanny Connie is a childcare professional, and Hollywood’s “go-to” nanny. She has 30+ years of experience, and has helped celebrity parents like Jessica Biel and John Krasinski. She outlines how parents and nannies can work together in raising older children, and even provides some quick parenting tips along the way. 

Plus, how can you make the most of your nanny’s services when he or she comes over to take care of your child? Listen for the answer!

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“How to Get Away with Murder” actress Aja Naomi King shares what it was like to experience a full-term pregnancy after two miscarriages, and how the journey of raising her son has been so far.

The L'Oreal Paris spokesperson speaks about two miscarriages of her own before welcoming her first child. She also described in detail her home-turned-hospital birth, and how she and her husband today are raising their biracial child.

Plus, want to know the full story behind how Aja posted her post-childbirth body on Instagram, for the world to see? Tune in for the answer!

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“How to Get Away with Murder” actress Aja Naomi King shares what it was like to experience a full-term pregnancy after two miscarriages, and how the journey of raising her son has been so far.

The L'Oreal Paris spokesperson speaks about two miscarriages of her own before welcoming her first child. She also described in detail her home-turned-hospital birth, and how she and her husband today are raising their biracial child.

Plus, want to know the full story behind how Aja posted her post-childbirth body on Instagram, for the world to see? Tune in for the answer!

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Licensed psychologist Dr. Zack Blumkin provides Katie an in-depth walk through of validation for children, and how we can teach kids to acknowledge their self-worth.

The Clinical Director addresses how to express validation, both verbally and through body language. He also outlines when it is a good time to validate children versus be stern, and when it is time for a child to be in therapy to further help develop such validation.

Plus,what activities can your child engage in to further develop internal validation? Tune in for details.

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Money money money, monnnnn-aye! This week, Katie's Crib is devoting an episode to helping parents teach children all about financial literacy. 

In the first half of the episode, Katie talks to Ron Lieber, New York Times’ "Your Money" columnist. The two go into detail about how not to raise a spoiled child, what kids should get an allowance for, and how parents can have realistic conversations with children about the kind of schooling they can afford.

Then, Katie speaks with the Fiscal Firecrackers podcast co-hosts, actress Susan Yeagley, and personal financial expert Galia Gichon. Galia and Susan share the best ways to set a child up from birth with a savings account. They also go into why parents don’t talk to kids about money, and how to break that cycle. 

Plus, what is a “529 plan,” and how can it help your kids with college? Tune in for the answer!

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Sleep expert Dr. Shelby Harris shares with Katie what momsomnia is, and advice on how to get a better night’s sleep.

The licensed clinical psychologist and mother outlines tips for couples who have to get up at different times of the day (and who share the same bed). She also outlines specific activities individuals can engage in before bed to get more sleep, and how parents can work together to prepare their own sleep plans before the baby arrives.

Plus, did you know that parents sleeping in separate rooms doesn’t necessarily mean there is “trouble in paradise”? Tune in for the reason why this stigma was made to be broken.

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NeighborSchools is a Boston-based tech startup that helps professional child care workers start in-home daycare centers. Tune in as NeighborSchools’ co-founder Bridget Garsh talks with Katie about how her organization is helping rebrand child care for children, parents and providers.

The COO shares her personal experience of first trying to find childcare for her own two children, and why she started NeighborSchools. She also outlines the differences between NeighborSchools and a regular daycare, and the successes of the org since its founding in 2018. 

Plus, are you a parent who is interested in opening a home-based care center yourself?  Listen in for tips on how to get started!

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Happy early Father’s Day, and Pride Month! To celebrate, we’re re-releasing one of Katie’s early interviews back from 2018. Katie talks to Dan Bucatinsky, her Scandal co-star, author of the book, "Does This Baby Make Me Look Straight?" and father of two adopted children. Then, Katie speaks with adoption attorney, David Baum, about the legal process and what those considering adoption need to know.

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