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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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Episodes

Who Are You Calling a "Geriatric" Mom?

November 12, 2018 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

Katie and her roundtable of guests talk about becoming a mom when you're over 40. Writer and entrepreneur Rachel Sklar, as well as Broadway actresses Jennifer Bullock and NaTasha Yvette Williams share their experiences. Rachel gave birth to her daughter at 42, NaTasha gave birth to twins at 40, and Jennifer gave birth to her daughter at 44. They discuss how they dealt with medical hurdles, the physical and emotional toll of pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and the advantages of being an older...

Timeouts and Tantrums

November 05, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

In this week's episode, Katie talks with a roundtable of experts about figuring out the approach to discipline that's right for you. Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) instructor Kristin Eliasberg, mom and author Laurie Gelman, and child psychologist Dr. Rebecca Schrag Hershberg discuss how the way your parents handled discipline might not be right for you, the deeper work of anticipating your kid's needs, and whether discipline is even the right word to use in the first place for toddlers...

What Is a Conscious Parent? w/ Dr. Shefali Tsabary

October 29, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

In this week's episode of "Katie's Crib," Katie sat down for a one-on-one conversation with Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a clinical psychologist and the acclaimed author of "The Conscious Parent." Katie and Dr. Shefali talk about Dr. Shefali's philosophy and what it means to be a conscious parent. They also get into Katie's own experiences as a mom, and what important life lessons parents can learn from their children. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See om...

What Is a Conscious Parent?

October 29, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes

In this week's episode of "Katie's Crib," Katie sat down for a one-on-one conversation with Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a clinical psychologist and the acclaimed author of "The Conscious Parent." Katie and Dr. Shefali talk about Dr. Shefali's philosophy and what it means to be a conscious parent. They also get into Katie's own experiences as a mom, and what important life lessons parents can learn from their children.

First-Year Milestones

October 22, 2018 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

In the season two opener, Katie hosts a roundtable discussion with Dr. Danielle Taylor, her New York City-based pediatrician, and moms Nicolette Robinson and Jamie Stelter. Katie and her guests talk about the importance of celebrating (or not) first-year milestones. They also consider the pros and cons of sharing those milestones on social media, explore comparing their children with other kids, and talk through the pressures of planning baby's first birthday party. Learn more about your a...

What A Year!

October 22, 2018 09:00 - 49 minutes

In the season two opener, Katie hosts a roundtable discussion with Dr. Danielle Taylor, her New York City-based pediatrician, and moms Nicolette Robinson and Jamie Stelter. Katie and her guests talk about the importance of celebrating (or not) first-year milestones. They also consider the pros and cons of sharing those milestones on social media, explore comparing their children with other kids, and talk through the pressures of planning baby's first birthday party.

So, It's Time To Go Back To Work

June 18, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour

Katie and actress June Diane Raphael ("Grace and Frankie") discuss what it’s like to head back to work after giving birth and how to handle childcare. Then, Katie learns exactly what kind of rights a new parent can expect when returning to work, from labor and employment lawyer Janet Swerdlow.

So, It's Time To Go Back To Work ft June Diane Raphael

June 18, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

Katie and actress June Diane Raphael ("Grace and Frankie") discuss what it’s like to head back to work after giving birth and how to handle childcare. Then, Katie learns exactly what kind of rights a new parent can expect when returning to work, from labor and employment lawyer Janet Swerdlow. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social Media, Screens, and Kids, Oh My!

June 11, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour

How much screen time is too much? Is it safe — and ethical — to share pictures of your new baby on social media? Katie talks to friend and fellow actress Melissa Fumero ("Brooklyn Nine-Nine") about her experiences with social media and screen time and her 2-year-old son. Then, child psychologist Vindia Fernandez runs down the benefits and risks of sharing kids’ photos on social media and how screen time can impact a child’s development.

Social Media, Screens, & Kids, Oh My! ft Melissa Fumero

June 11, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

How much screen time is too much? Is it safe — and ethical — to share pictures of your new baby on social media? Katie talks to friend and fellow actress Melissa Fumero ("Brooklyn Nine-Nine") about her experiences with social media and screen time and her 2-year-old son. Then, child psychologist Vindia Fernandez runs down the benefits and risks of sharing kids’ photos on social media and how screen time can impact a child’s development. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihear...

Get To Know Your Pelvic Floor

June 04, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

If you haven't heard of the pelvic floor, it's time to get acquainted. Katie talks to Stephanie Prendergast, a Physical Therapist and Co-Founder of the Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center and Priya Campbell Surrago, a Birth Doula and holistic Pelvic Floor Specialist at Berlin Wellness Group in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should You Sleep Train? We Investigate

May 28, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

Katie welcomes Susie Menkes, PhD, a certified infant and toddler sleep training consultant (Founder, Healthy Little Sleepers) to talk about the ins and outs of sleep training. Then Abigail Morgan, MTOM, L.Ac., FABORM, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist (Clinic Director & Owner, FLOAT: Chinese Medical Arts​​) shares her experiences with co-sleeping and attachment parenting with her two kids. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/list...

Miscarriages: You Are Not Alone

May 21, 2018 14:30 - 55 minutes

Katie Lowes and her guests, TV writer Amy Mass and actress Jackie Seiden, discuss the physical and emotional toll of the miscarriages they had on their journey to motherhood.

Miscarriages: You Are Not Alone w/ Amy Mass & Jackie Seiden

May 21, 2018 14:30 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

Katie Lowes and her guests, TV writer Amy Mass and actress Jackie Seiden, discuss the physical and emotional toll of the miscarriages they had on their journey to motherhood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building Your Village

May 14, 2018 15:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Katie chats with actresses Angelique Cabral, Laura Mann, and Katy Davis and fitness and lifestyle guru Amy Rosoff Davis. They're all part of "Swim Club," a group of women who've supported each other on the journey through pregnancy and motherhood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've Got The Postpartum Blues

May 07, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour

Katie welcomes actress and comedian Casey Wilson (“Happy Endings, “Hotwives of Las Vegas,” “Bitch Sesh” podcast) to talk about the postpartum depression she experienced after giving birth to her second child. Then, Katie is joined by marriage and family therapist Lucy Rimalower to discuss the difference between postpartum depression and baby blues, how to spot the warning signs, and the many ways of getting help.

Postpartum Blues ft Casey Wilson & Lucy Rimalower

May 07, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

Katie welcomes actress and comedian Casey Wilson (“Happy Endings, “Hotwives of Las Vegas,” “Bitch Sesh” podcast) to talk about the postpartum depression she experienced after giving birth to her second child. Then, Katie is joined by marriage and family therapist Lucy Rimalower to discuss the difference between postpartum depression and baby blues, how to spot the warning signs, and the many ways of getting help. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See ...

The Truth About C-Sections ft Angelique Cabral

April 30, 2018 15:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MB

Katie hosts a roundtable discussion with actress Angelique Cabral ("Life in Pieces"), stay-at-home mom Emily Roiff, and Katie's OB-GYN Dr. Layne Kumetz about the truths and myths of C-sections. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Truth About C-Sections

April 30, 2018 15:00 - 52 minutes

Katie hosts a roundtable discussion with actress Angelique Cabral ("Life in Pieces"), stay-at-home mom Emily Roiff, and Katie's OB-GYN Dr. Layne Kumetz about the truths and myths of C-sections.

Why Is Breastfeeding SO Complicated (Part 2)

April 23, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Katie welcomes Lactation Consultant, Linda Hanna (Owner, My Nursing Coach), who helped Katie through the early days of breastfeeding. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Is Breastfeeding So F*cking Complicated (Part 1)

April 23, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour

Kristen Bell ("The Good Place") stops by Katie's Crib to share her experiences with breastfeeding. Then, Katie talks to Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Jamie Greenberg about her decision not to breastfeed. Part 1 of 2 episodes.

Why Is Breastfeeding So F*cking Complicated (Part 2)

April 23, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes

Katie welcomes Lactation Consultant, Linda Hanna (Owner, My Nursing Coach), who helped Katie through the early days of breastfeeding.

Why Is Breastfeeding SO Complicated ( (Pt. 2)

April 23, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Katie welcomes Lactation Consultant, Linda Hanna (Owner, My Nursing Coach), who helped Katie through the early days of breastfeeding. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Is Breastfeeding SO Complicated ft Kristen Bell

April 23, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MB

Kristen Bell ("The Good Place") stops by Katie's Crib to share her experiences with breastfeeding. Then, Katie talks to Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Jamie Greenberg about her decision not to breastfeed. Part 1 of 2 episodes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Is Breastfeeding SO Complicated ft Kristen Bell (Pt. 1)

April 23, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MB

Kristen Bell ("The Good Place") stops by Katie's Crib to share her experiences with breastfeeding. Then, Katie talks to Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Jamie Greenberg about her decision not to breastfeed. Part 1 of 2 episodes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS - To Doula Or Not To Doula

April 16, 2018 19:22 - 26 minutes

Katie shares her birth story with doula, Rebecca Benenati (Owner, Well Born Lifestyle & Doula Services by Rebecca)

BONUS: To Doula or Not to Doula ft Rebecca Benenati

April 16, 2018 19:22 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

Katie shares her birth story with doula, Rebecca Benenati (Owner, Well Born Lifestyle & Doula Services by Rebecca) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To Doula or Not to Doula ft Rebecca Benenati (Pt. 2)

April 16, 2018 19:22 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

Katie shares her birth story with doula, Rebecca Benenati (Owner, Well Born Lifestyle & Doula Services by Rebecca) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To Doula Or Not To Doula

April 16, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour

In Katie’s first episode, she welcomes doula Rebecca Benenati to help explain what doulas are and how they can play a crucial role in an expecting family’s birth plan. Then, Katie talks to her friend Jennifer Finnigan about her own experiences with a doula and the birth of her first child.

To Doula or Not to Doula ft Jennifer Finnigan

April 16, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

In Katie’s first episode, she welcomes doula Rebecca Benenati to help explain what doulas are and how they can play a crucial role in an expecting family’s birth plan. Then, Katie talks to her friend Jennifer Finnigan about her own experiences with a doula and the birth of her first child. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To Doula or Not to Doula ft Jennifer Finnigan (Pt. 1)

April 16, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

In Katie’s first episode, she welcomes doula Rebecca Benenati to help explain what doulas are and how they can play a crucial role in an expecting family’s birth plan. Then, Katie talks to her friend Jennifer Finnigan about her own experiences with a doula and the birth of her first child. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing: Katie's Crib

April 02, 2018 19:46 - 1 minute - 1.37 MB

Katie Lowes introduces her new podcast, Katie's Crib. Subscribe today! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests

Shonda Rhimes
1 Episode