Katie's Crib

Ramon Stephens (Executive Director, The Conscious Kid) joins Katie Lowes to highlight the power of books as a tool to disrupt racism and promote healthy racial identity development in youth. 

Ramon shares the genesis of his organization, The Conscious Kid and what exactly goes into their curated children’s reading lists. Katie and Ramon talk about the curriculum in America’s education system and Ramon provides practical and effective ways parents can initiate critical conversations around race outside of school. 

Plus, did you know that Dr. Seuss’s content is actually problematic? Tune in to learn why and what to encourage kids to read instead. 

Crib Notes:

www.theconsciouskid.org/resources

@theconsciouskid – Instagram 

Book mentions:

Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut by Derrick D. Barnes

The King of Kindergarten by Derrick D. Barnes

Dream Big, Little One by Vashti Harrison

George Crum and the Saratoga Chip by Gaylia Taylor, illustrated by Frank Morrison

Additional book recommendations from The Conscious Kid:

Board book:

Sweetest Kulu by Celina Kalluk, illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis 

Picture books:

All Because You Matter by Tami Charles, illustrated by Bryan Collier 

I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordon C. James 

Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal

My Papi Has a Motorcycle by Isabel Quintero, illustrated by Zeke Peña

The Proudest Blue by Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali, illustrated by Hatem Aly

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Katie Lowes talks with sex therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez about sexual health and wellness for parents.

Dr. Chavez shares her mind and body approach to sex, why outercourse can be just as stimulating, and ways couples can spice up their sex life! 

Plus, what to do if you’ve lost your orgasm post-baby? Katie’s Crib is here to help.

Crib Notes:

https://drshannonchavez.com

Sophia Wallace “Cliteracy” Jewelry: https://yescliteracy.com/collections/jewelry

10 Comfortable Pregnancy Sex Positions for Every Trimester, Illustrated: Article by Healthline (https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/pregnant-sex-positions#sex-from-behind)

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Pregnant with her own second baby, Katie Lowes asks Sarah Ockwell-Smith (author, “The Second Baby Book”) what growing families can anticipate the second time around.

Sarah discusses ways to reduce sibling jealousy, potential regressions from baby #1 , and the real life mom guilt.

Plus, IS there a perfect sibling age gap? Tune in to find out!

Crib Notes: 

The Second Baby Book: How to Cope with Pregnancy Number Two and Create a Happy Home for Your Firstborn and New Arrival - Book by Sarah Ockwell-Smith

https://sarahockwell-smith.com/

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Katie Lowes chats with Dr. Adam Price (clinical psychologist) about how parents can further understand and develop their sons.

Dr. Price delves into roughhousing, bullying, consent, shame, and the key ingredient to motivating boys.

Plus, are we raising kids who are too sensitive? Turn up the volume and listen for the answer in this week’s episode!

Crib Notes: 

He's Not Lazy: Empowering Your Son to Believe In Himself - book by Adam Price

The Sam & Devorah Foundation for Trans Youth: http://www.samdevorah.org 

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Leslye Headland (screenwriter) and Rebecca Henderson (actress) get candid with Katie Lowes about the avenues they’re exploring to have a baby. 

The couple walks Katie through their process in finding a sperm donor, the difference between IUI and IVF, and the effects of hormones. They also get into the advantages and disadvantages of known and unknown donors and reveal the “true” reason they’ve come on Katie’s Crib.

Plus, curious to know how much it costs to try and create a family? Listen now!

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Al shares how to counter the negative messages kids are receiving from porn, why pizza is a better model for sex than baseball, and ways to discuss consent and practicing safer sex. 

Also, at what age SHOULD we be talking to our children about sex? Hit that play button to find out!

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Oh, the twin-sanity!

Being pregnant with two babies can be difficult, but Katie’s two guests have got some stories and tips to help you pull through.

Marilyn Fu (screenwriter) and Graham Sibley (actor) share how they found out they were pregnant with twins, the labor process, and the importance of individuality in their children.

Plus, is favoritism a factor for parents of twins?

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Katie Lowes speaks with occupational therapist Marlene Handler about the role of these unsung heroes. Marlene outlines what all is involved within an OT’s typical work day, how insurance factors into the mix for patients, and success stories she’s seen up close with her students. 

Plus, Marlene discusses pelvic floor therapy and the alarming exchange with one doctor that motivated her to transition into this line of work.

Crib Notes: 

www.marlenehandler.com

Website: www.lifted-lotus.com

Email: [email protected]

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Katie Lowes talks with “Tomboy” author Lisa Selin Davis about gender norms within society. The two dive into the history of the term “tomboy,” the root behind and implications of reserving blue or pink for a specific sex, and gender identity. Plus, what are gender reveal parties really revealing about our kids? And should society retire them?

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“Mixed-ish” actress Tika Sumpter delights Katie's Crib listeners this week with the sweet and sour details of her own motherhood experience. Tune in as Tika talks all about pregnancy, preeclampsia, the journey of raising a child with a partner, and becoming an entrepreneur (Sugaberry) during a pandemic.

Crib notes:

www.sugaberry.com

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