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Katie's Crib

182 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 412 ratings

With empathy and a sense of humor about it all, Katie’s Crib keeps it real while providing an indispensable guide for parents trying to find their way. Hosted by actress and mother Katie Lowes, each week the show welcomes guests for open and honest conversations about everything parenting from fertility and postpartum life to the trials and tribulations of raising tiny humans.

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Sharon Feldstein: The Sparkle Cell Phone for Mental Health

November 26, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Sharon Feldstein (co-founder of YourMomCares, mom to Jonah Hill and Beanie Feldstein) joins Katie to raise awareness for children’s mental health and urge people to get involved and use their voice! The celebrity mom talks about the heavy toll COVID-19 is taking on everyone and the ways her nonprofit is spearheading innovative, impactful programs and solutions for kids during this time.  Crib notes: YourMomCares website: https://www.yourmomcares.org Text MOMSMATCH to 44-321 to donate to Y...

Operation Achoo!: Treating Kids with Allergies

November 19, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

Have you recently found out that your child suffers from allergies? Are you not quite sure what to do about it? Or are you looking for an easy way to explain allergies to your children? Katie invites fellow mama Julie Feldman and her pediatric allergist Dr. Tricia Lee on the show to talk about what courses of action you can take. The three also go through different types of symptoms, how to take precautionary measures at public events, and upcoming treatments that are being developed for ki...

Danielle Brooks: Mourning Pre-Mom Self, Embracing the NEW

November 12, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Actress Danielle Brooks of “Orange is the New Black” is an open book on motherhood in this week’s episode of Katie’s Crib. Danielle revisits her scary emergency C-section experience, and she and Katie get honest about losing the baby weight, breastfeeding, postpartum depression, and the identity shifts that can come with being a new mama. Crib Notes:  A Little Bit Pregnant – Netflix youtube series hosted by Danielle Brooks. Available now on YouTube Learn more about your ad-choices at htt...

Finding Your Calm Amidst the Storm w/ Robyn YouKilis

November 05, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

Robyn Youkilis, certified wellness coach, joins Katie this week to share the key to her calm during the COVID-19 pandemic. From finding mindful moments to maintaining good digestive health, the "Go with Your Gut" author offers practical methods of self-care that can fit into your life. Robyn also talks setting boundaries with your child, following your intuition, and dodging mom judgement on the playground. Don’t miss Robyn’s guided meditation at the end of the episode for an instant reset! ...

Postpartum & Baby Proofing Your Relationship w/ Dr. Alyssa Berlin

October 22, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Katie knows firsthand that postpartum can be a serious emotional rollercoaster, but prenatal and postpartum clinical psychologist Dr. Alyssa Berlin, PsyD has an AfterBirth plan to help navigate these choppy waters. On this episode, Dr. Berlin breaks down the different types of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and she provides steps couples can take to address postpartum pitfalls and safeguard their relationship. Crib Notes:  Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net ...

The ABCs Of Not Going Crazy From Virtual Learning

October 08, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

School is in session! Elections are near! Oh, and COVID-19 is still upon us. Dr. Laura Markham (Aha Parenting) and Bethany Robertson (ParentsTogether) join Katie this week to discuss strategies that can be used to make sure your kids thrive in virtual learning. They also outline how families can teach children about voting and remain stress-free during this difficult time. Crib Notes:  Dr. Laura Markham's website: https://www.ahaparenting.com/     ParentsTogether's website: www.parents-t...

Glennon Doyle: Growing a Blended Family and Getting Untamed

September 24, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

Katie chats with activist and thought leader Glennon Doyle about her latest memoir and New York times bestseller “Untamed.” Glennon wants us all to find our inner wild and she shares ways parents can encourage their daughters and sons to live authentically. She also opens up about her own decision to not become a martyr, the pains of divorce, and the process of growing a blended family. Plus, the former teacher gives her hot take on homeschooling during quarantine.  Crib Notes:   Glennon ...

Alanis Morissette on the Little Muses Behind Her Music

September 10, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

2020 marks the 25th anniversary of the release of the iconic album Jagged Little Pill and today singer-songwriter, Alanis Morissette, joins Katie to talk new music and mothering. From home birthing her three children, to attachment parenting and the concept of unschooling our kids, Katie and Alanis cover a lot of ground in this episode.  Crib Notes: Alanis Morissette - Such Pretty Forks in the Road   Alanis Morissette - Ablaze (official video)   Alanis Morissette tour coming Summer 202...

Dog and Baby Integration with Matt Beisner

August 27, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

This week, Katie talks with Matt Beisner, Founder of Zen Dog and host of "Dog: Impossible", about kids and our favorite four-legged friends. Matt shares his best practices for introducing children to dogs, forging a healthy relationship between kids and dogs, dealing with aggressive pets, and setting your dog up for success in your household.  Crib Notes: The Zen Dog Dog: Impossible Realtimerescue.org Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystud...

Introducing: 'Go Ask Ali'

August 24, 2020 10:00 - 2 minutes

Ali Wentworth has become a comedic authority on dissecting the %&$! show that is modern life. This season Ali speaks with moms and experts as she tackles not only how to grow a teenager...but how to do so in the middle of a pandemic. Go Ask Ali is brought to you by Shondaland Audio and iHeartRadio. Episodes release every other Thursday. Listen now on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Gabrielle Union on Surrogacy, ‘Shady Baby,’ & Bald Spots

August 13, 2020 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MB

Katie sits down with actress and author, Gabrielle Union. Gabrielle opens up about being diagnosed with Adenomyosis late in life, her struggles to conceive, and her family’s beautiful and inspiring surrogacy journey. The moms also talk imposter syndrome, raising Kaavia James aka ‘shady baby,’ and the unpleasant side effects of IVF. Crib Notes: Adenomyosis - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adenomyosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20369143 Welcome to the Party - by Gabrielle Union...

COVID-19 Q&A: From Pregnancy to Playdates!

July 30, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on lots of uncertainty for hopeful and expectant parents. Should families wait to try to conceive? Does COVID-19 affect male fertility? Are there increased risks for pregnant women? What can public health officials do to help Black, Latinx and indigenous mothers and those in communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic? Katie enlists guests Dr. Rashmi Rao (Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialist) and Dr. Danielle Taylor (Pediatrics Specialist) to get l...

‘Waking Up White’ w/ Debby Irving & Dr. Margaret Hagerman

July 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

In this week’s episode, Katie talks to Racial Justice Educator and author of Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race, Debby Irving. Katie and Debby open up about recognizing and examining their own privilege, everyday habits to cultivate to build racial equity, and resources to enrich your child’s education around matters of race. Later, Katie welcomes Dr. Margaret Hagerman, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Mississippi State University and author of White Kids: Growing Up ...

Seeing Color & Talking Race With Our Kids

July 02, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MB

 Katie talks to Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, teacher, race relations expert, and author of Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race. Dr. Tatum discusses what it means to be anti-racist, how the idea of color blindness can equal color silence, and how parents can prepare themselves for conversations about race with children at every stage of development. Crib Notes: www.beverlydanieltatum.com www.socialjusticebooks.org Why Are All The B...

Bryce Dallas Howard: Dads Are Caregivers Too

June 18, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

Katie catches up with her longtime friend, Bryce Dallas Howard (actress, director, filmmaker). Just in time for Father’s Day, Katie and Bryce chat about all things dads. They also discuss postpartum depression and the challenges of letting go and allowing your partner to share an equal role in child raising.   Crib Notes: Dads – Documentary by Bryce Dallas Howard. Available on June 19th on Apple TV+  Down Came the Rain: My Journey Through Postpartum Depression - By Brooke Shields The Ma...

Pamela Paul: Raising a Reader + Beauty in Boredom

June 04, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

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 Childre...

America Ferrera: Expecting During the Unexpected

May 21, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

It's a brand new season in a strange new world! Actress America Ferrera joins Katie to talk about what it’s like to be pregnant during a pandemic. They discuss fears triggered by childbirth and COVID-19, the anxiety of introducing siblings, her struggles with mom guilt, plus how motherhood has altered her body image issues and activist spirit. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie's Crib Season 3: Trailer

May 07, 2020 22:00 - 1 minute - 1.23 MB

Katie Lowes is back with a third season of Katie’s Crib! An array of knowledgeable experts and engaging guests offer experiences and perspective to help parents navigate taking care of their kids and themselves – even in the most trying times.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finding Your Inner Mama Bear w/ Whitney Port

March 25, 2019 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Katie welcomes Whitney Port (TV Personality, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur), who opens up about her maternal instinct — or lack thereof. Katie and Whitney discuss having trouble connecting to their babies when they were first born and discovering their identities as moms. They also talk about how Whitney handled "The Hills: New Beginnings" filming schedule as a new mom, and upending society's expectations about what a mom is supposed to look like. Learn more about your ad-choices at https...

Finding Your Inner Mama Bear

March 25, 2019 09:00 - 44 minutes

Katie welcomes Whitney Port (TV Personality, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur), who opens up about her maternal instinct — or lack thereof. Katie and Whitney discuss having trouble connecting to their babies when they were first born and discovering their identities as moms. They also talk about how Whitney handled The Hills: New Beginnings filming schedule as a new mom, and upending society's expectations about what a mom is supposed to look like.

Balancing MS and Motherhood w/ Jamie-Lynn Sigler

March 18, 2019 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

In this episode, Jamie-Lynn Sigler talks with Katie about being a mom with Multiple Sclerosis, a chronic, autoimmune disease which attacks the central nervous system. Jamie-Lynn shares her experience after being diagnosed with MS at 20 and how she manages the disease while raising her two young children.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Balancing MS and Motherhood

March 18, 2019 09:00 - 49 minutes

In this episode, Jamie-Lynn Sigler talks with Katie about being a mom with Multiple Sclerosis, a chronic, autoimmune disease which attacks the central nervous system. Jamie-Lynn shares her experience after being diagnosed with MS at 20 and how she manages the disease while raising her two young children. 

Raising Good Citizens w/ Michael Skolnik & Paola Mendoza

March 11, 2019 09:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

Katie talks with Michael Skolnik (entrepreneur and civil rights activist) and Paola Mendoza (filmmaker and activist) about some of the choices they've made to raise their 6-year-old son as a compassionate citizen of the world. They discuss what they've learned from having conversations about politics, gender, race, and a host of other social issues with their son. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How To Raise A Good Citizen

March 11, 2019 09:00 - 53 minutes

Katie talks with Michael Skolnik (entrepreneur and civil rights activist) and Paola Mendoza (filmmaker and activist) about some of the choices they've made to raise their 6-year-old son as a compassionate citizen of the world. They discuss what they've learned from having conversations about politics, gender, race, and a host of other social issues with their son.

Mom Entrepreneurs

March 04, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Katie talks with a roundtable of mom entrepreneurs— women who started their businesses when they were pregnant and/or new moms. Sarah Gibson Tuttle, the founder and CEO of Olive and June nail salons; Angela Sutherland, the co-founder and CEO of Yumi, a baby food subscription service; and Katerina Schneider, the founder and CEO of Ritual, a vitamin company discuss their journeys of starting successful businesses. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See o...

Anxious AF

February 25, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes

Katie Lowes sits down with actress and talk show host Busy Philipps--at the studio where she shoots Busy Tonight--to discuss dealing with the day-to-day stressors of being a person in the modern world as well as more debilitating forms of anxiety. They also explore the ways a parent’s anxiety can impact their kids, and how to know when it’s time seek professional help. Katie and Busy talk openly about their own struggles with anxiety and the importance of destigmatizing conversations about me...

Anxious AF w/ Busy Philipps

February 25, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MB

Katie Lowes sits down with actress and talk show host Busy Philipps--at the studio where she shoots Busy Tonight--to discuss dealing with the day-to-day stressors of being a person in the modern world as well as more debilitating forms of anxiety. They also explore the ways a parent’s anxiety can impact their kids, and how to know when it’s time seek professional help. Katie and Busy talk openly about their own struggles with anxiety and the importance of destigmatizing conversations about m...

Understanding Overparenting

February 18, 2019 10:00 - 53 minutes

Katie Lowes talks to Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of The New York Times best-seller How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success. Lythcott-Haims breaks down what it means to overparent, and the impact it has on kids and society as a whole. They also discuss some helpful strategies on how to stop helicopter parenting in its tracks, so you can raise children who become independent adults that can fend for themselves in the real world. 

Understanding Overparenting w/ Julie Lythcott-Haims

February 18, 2019 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Katie Lowes talks to Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of The New York Times best-seller How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success. Lythcott-Haims breaks down what it means to overparent, and the impact it has on kids and society as a whole. They also discuss some helpful strategies on how to stop helicopter parenting in its tracks, so you can raise children who become independent adults that can fend for themselves in the real world.  Learn mo...

Katie & Hubby Adam Shapiro Answer Your Questions!

February 12, 2019 20:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

On this week's Katie's Crib, Katie welcomes a very special guest-- her husband, Adam Shapiro! The married couple and parents to Albee answer questions submitted by Katie's Crib listeners during an Instagram live Q&A. Together, they cover all sorts of topics, from tips on naps, to how they first met, to what's the best dairy-free accompaniment to Oreos. Katie has some questions of her own up her sleeve, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnyst...

Katie & Adam Answer Your Questions!

February 12, 2019 20:00 - 49 minutes

On this week's Katie's Crib, Katie welcomes a very special guest-- her husband, Adam Shapiro! The married couple and parents to Albee answer questions submitted by Katie's Crib listeners during an Instagram live Q&A. Together, they cover all sorts of topics, from tips on naps, to how they first met, to what's the best dairy-free accompaniment to Oreos. Katie has some questions of her own up her sleeve, too.

Is it Mom Brain or Burnout? w/ Troian Bellisario

February 04, 2019 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Mom Brain? Burnout? Depending on the woman, the mental and emotional exhaustion of motherhood can take many forms. In this episode, Katie talks to her friend, new mom, and actress Troian Bellisario (Pretty Little Liars), about her experiences. They also discuss balancing their new mom identities while trying to maintain their own individuality. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it Mom Brain or Burnout?

February 04, 2019 10:00 - 52 minutes

Mom Brain? Burnout? Depending on the woman, the mental and emotional exhaustion of motherhood can take many forms. In this episode, Katie talks to her friend, new mom, and actress Troian Bellisario (Pretty Little Liars), about her experiences. They also discuss balancing their new mom identities while trying to maintain their own individuality.

Let's Take a Trip!

January 28, 2019 10:00 - 53 minutes

Katie talks to her dear friend, musician, mom of 2, and world traveler, Sam Shelton. Katie and Sam discuss the ups and downs of travel including flying with babies and toddlers, tips for international travel, and what to look out for when choosing hotels.

Let's Take A Trip! w/ Sam Shelton

January 28, 2019 10:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

Katie talks to her dear friend, musician, mom of 2, and world traveler, Sam Shelton. Katie and Sam discuss the ups and downs of travel including flying with babies and toddlers, tips for international travel, and what to look out for when choosing hotels. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Do I Feed My Kid? w/ Talia Moore

January 21, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

Katie talks to Talia Moore, a childbirth educator and DONA Certified Birth Doula — and the founder of the healthy and organic baby & toddler food company Tummy Thyme. They discuss transitioning babies to solid foods, buying pre-packaged baby food or going the DIY route, experimenting with different flavor profiles, and establishing mealtime routines. Plus, they break down their own relationships with food and how the way we talk about it with young children can lead to good and bad habits la...

What Do I Feed My Kid?

January 21, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes

Katie talks to Talia Moore, a childbirth educator and DONA Certified Birth Doula — and the founder of the healthy and organic baby & toddler food company Tummy Thyme. They discuss transitioning babies to solid foods, buying pre-packaged baby food or going the DIY route, experimenting with different flavor profiles, and establishing mealtime routines. Plus, they break down their own relationships with food and how the way we talk about it with young children can lead to good and bad habits lat...

WTF is IVF? ft Bekki Offenheiser & Dr. Carolyn Alexander

January 14, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

In this episode, Katie sits down with her close friend and TV producer Bekki Offenheiser, who candidly shares her personal IVF story. Then, Katie welcomes Dr. Carolyn Alexander, a reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist, who explains exactly what IVF is and what those considering it should know. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WTF is IVF

January 14, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour

In this episode, Katie sits down with her close friend and TV producer Bekki Offenheiser, who candidly shares her personal IVF story. Then, Katie welcomes Dr. Carolyn Alexander, a reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist, who explains exactly what IVF is and what those considering it should know.

Shondaland Moms: Camilla Luddington & Karla Souza

January 07, 2019 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

On this week's episode, Katie shares her experience of being pregnant while playing Quinn on "Scandal" with new moms Camilla Luddington ("Grey's Anatomy") and Karla Souza ("How to Get Away with Murder"). The Shondaland moms talk pretending to give birth on TV (trust us, you'll never look at jelly and cream cheese the same) as well as the experience of returning to work, breastfeeding, dealing with new mom anxiety, and all the other rollercoaster highs and lows of motherhood. Learn more abo...

Shondaland Moms

January 07, 2019 10:00 - 51 minutes

On this week's episode, Katie shares her experience of being pregnant while playing Quinn on "Scandal" with new moms Camilla Luddington ("Grey's Anatomy") and Karla Souza ("How to Get Away with Murder"). The Shondaland moms talk pretending to give birth on TV (trust us, you'll never look at jelly and cream cheese the same) as well as the experience of returning to work, breastfeeding, dealing with new mom anxiety, and all the other rollercoaster highs and lows of motherhood.

New Baby, New Body

December 17, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes

Katie sits down with celebrity stylist Nicole Chavez and celebrity trainer Amy Rosoff Davis to discuss how we can care for and find new ways to relate to our bodies in the months (and years) after giving birth. They provide some expert advice on fashion, fitness, and nutrition.

New Baby, New Body w/ Nicole Chavez & Amy Rosoff Davis

December 17, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Katie sits down with celebrity stylist Nicole Chavez and celebrity trainer Amy Rosoff Davis to discuss how we can care for and find new ways to relate to our bodies in the months (and years) after giving birth. They provide some expert advice on fashion, fitness, and nutrition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Harvey Karp Answers Your Questions

December 10, 2018 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

Katie talks to pediatrician and child development expert, Dr. Harvey Karp (author of "The Happiest Baby on the Block," "The Happiest Toddler on the Block," "The Happiest Baby Guide to Great Sleep," and creator of the SNOO). Dr. Karp explains his 5 S's for soothing babies and answers questions from listeners about how to help a baby sleep through the night, sleep training, and how to get a child to sleep in their own bed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork....

Faith and Family and Figuring It All Out

December 03, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour

With the holiday season in full swing, Katie welcomes writer and filmmaker Sasha Sagan and "Orange Is the New Black" actress Yael Stone to talk about weaving faith and religion and their respective families' accompanying traditions and stories together. 

Faith and Family ft Sasha Sagan & Yael Stone

December 03, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

With the holiday season in full swing, Katie welcomes writer and filmmaker Sasha Sagan and "Orange Is the New Black" actress Yael Stone to talk about weaving faith and religion and their respective families' accompanying traditions and stories together.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adoption 101 (PART 2) with Shonda Rhimes

November 26, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes

November is National Adoption Awareness Month so this is the second of two episodes about adoption. This week's conversation is another must-listen as Shonda Rhimes shares her experiences with domestic adoption.

Adoption 101 w/ Shonda Rhimes (Part 2)

November 26, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

November is National Adoption Awareness Month so this is the second of two episodes about adoption. This week's conversation is another must-listen as Shonda Rhimes shares her experiences with domestic adoption. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adoption 101 w/ Dan Bucatinsky & David Baum

November 19, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 82 MB

November is National Adoption Awareness Month, so Katie's Crib is devoting the next two episodes to learning about the domestic adoption process and what it's like to be an adoptive parent. In the first episode, 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. Learn...

Adoption 101

November 19, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour

November is National Adoption Awareness Month, so Katie's Crib is devoting the next two episodes to learning about the domestic adoption process and what it's like to be an adoptive parent. In the first episode, 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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