Katie's Crib

Hi, Katie’s Crib fans! We're excited for the launch of the Dominant Stories podcast hosted by culture expert Jess Weiner. It's a brand new show from Shondaland and iHeartRadio and we think you'll enjoy it too. Don't just take our word for it, though. Check out the trailer and decide for yourself!

About the podcast: Dominant Stories is a conversation series that reclaims and rewrites the stories we’ve been told about our bodies, our beauty, our creativity, and our identities. For example, does your inner monologue sound like: “I’m not good enough, pretty enough or thin enough”? How about: “I can’t do that” or “I’m not worthy”? These are what Cultural Expert and host Jess Weiner calls our Dominant Stories - the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves (whether they are true or not). This show has stemmed from Jess’ personal and professional mission to help people challenge the external (and internal) voices that are holding them back from living the life they desire and deserve. Through witty, curious, and hopeful conversations with celebrated guests, we’ll unpack, challenge, and change these Dominant Stories.

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Tia Mowry-Hardrict (Sister, Sister; The Game) joins the crib to discuss “The Quick Fix Kitchen,” her new cookbook of yummy kid-friendly recipes!

 

Tia shares how motherhood has changed her, which recipes her family can’t get enough of, and ways to sneak extra nutrients into a classic dish. Later, Katie rolls up her sleeves and out a tortilla to create Tia’s go-to snack for her kids. And this one is just… *chef’s kiss*

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Kim Van Der Beek, wife of “Dawson’s Creek” actor James Van Der Beek, shares with Katie her personal experience of birthing and raising five children.

The former business consultant goes into detail about her five labors, and how she and her family healed from sudden pregnancy losses. Kim also explains why we should help children discover who they are instead of molding them into what we want them to be. 

Plus, how is James at fatherhood? Listen in as Kim dishes the info!

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Katie speaks with Lizzie Assa (founder, the Workspace for Children) about teaching kids how to play independently.

The parenting strategist outlines the value and importance of independent play, how to end parental burnout, and the difference between close-ended toys and open-ended toys.

Plus, have you ever had your child come up to you and tell you “I’m bored?” Tune in to learn how to respond!

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Theresa Caputo (Long Island Medium) stops by Katie’s Crib to offer insight into how to talk to children about grief, healing, and spiritual guidance.

The famous psychic medium discusses the importance of listening to your instincts, why we should not fear death, and how spirituality may come into play when it comes to children and souls.

Plus, what is a “rainbow baby”? Tune in to be informed and enlightened.

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Katie invites Mary O’Malley (Pilates teacher, therapist of body and mind) and season 2 guest Talia Moore (founder of Tummy Thyme) to chat about their personal struggles of postpartum depression. 

The moms each outline how postpartum depression felt, and how their friends and family reacted and offered support. The three also provide quick tips for mothers who may be going through the same experiences but may not know how to move forward.

Plus, do you have a friend or know of someone who recently had a baby? Are you wondering what would be the best thing to text them during this time? Tune in for recommendations.

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Katie invites two friends and fellow actresses, Stefanie Black and Lindsey Kraft, to chat all about egg freezing. Is it all what it’s cracked up to be? 

The “Scandal” and “Grace and Frankie” stars respectively look back on their personal experiences with the procedure, from the financial costs to recovering afterward. The two also note the amount of medication that may be needed, and the importance of having the operation done as soon as possible.

Plus, how does being on birth control really affect your ability to get pregnant? Find out in this very special episode!

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Emily Oster, author of The New York Times bestseller “Family Firm,” talks with Katie about family decision-making and data-driven information.

Emily teaches us her strategy of how a household can make important choices (the “Four F’s”). The Brown University professor also describes what she has learned through pandemic parenting, and how important it is to follow through with family choices.

Plus, CAN you eat sushi when you're pregnant? Tune in to hear what Emily's research says!

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Newborn Care Specialist Alexandra Latten Argosino shares with Katie's audience tips about taking care of a newborn baby and finding the right nanny to assist. 

The two discuss what Alexandra’s experience was like taking care of Katie’s daughter Vera, and what a typical night looks like for a specialist helping with newborns. 

The retired nurse also gets into the importance of having at least one parent having a good night's rest each night.

Plus, how do you sleep-train a baby? Hit that play button for Alexandra’s advice!

Crib Notes:

https://rainbownannies.com

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Katie talks to Pamela Paul, editor of The New York Times Book Review and author of “How to Raise a Reader.” Katie and Pamela discuss how to nurture your child’s interest in reading and cultivate a lifelong love of books. They also get into the benefits of boredom and why it’s okay to not maximize every moment of kids’ lives.

Crib Notes:

How to Raise a Reader - By Pamela Paul and Maria Russo  

My Life With Bob: Flawed Heroine Keeps Books of Books, Plot Ensues – By Pamela Paul 

Let Children Be Bored Again – NYT opinion piece by Pamela Paul

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